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Eleven Chatham County residents charged in massive retail theft scheme

Eleven Chatham County residents charged in massive retail theft scheme

Eleven people face charges for a multi-state retail theft scheme that cost businesses over $200,000 in goods.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection Seeks Experienced Officers for Key Locations, Including Anchorage, Offering Recruitment Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Seeks Experienced Officers for Key Locations, Including Anchorage, Offering Recruitment Incentives

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is actively recruiting experienced Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPOs) for various mission-critical locations across the United States, including Anchorage, Alaska. The agency is offering significant recruitment and retention incentives, with newly appointed CBPOs eligible for up to $15,000 per year for a three-year service contract in specific locations. These incentives are designed to attract qualified individuals to join the 60,000-strong workforce dedicated to safeguarding U.S. borders, deterring illicit activities, and facilitating legitimate trade and travel. Candidates must be U.S. citizens, have primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years, and meet age restrictions, with exceptions for federal law enforcement veterans.
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Pennsylvania State Police, Established in 1905, Continues to Provide Law Enforcement Services

Pennsylvania State Police, Established in 1905, Continues to Provide Law Enforcement Services

The Pennsylvania State Police, founded in 1905, remains a key institution in providing law enforcement and public safety services across the Commonwealth. As the first uniformed police organization of its kind in the U.S., it plays a crucial role in maintaining order and security for both residents and visitors. The department collaborates with local, state, and federal partner agencies to ensure comprehensive coverage and address various law enforcement needs. Its establishment marked a significant development in American policing, setting a precedent for organized state-level law enforcement. The agency's responsibilities encompass a wide range of duties, from responding to incidents to proactive community engagement, all aimed at upholding the law and fostering a safe environment.
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Georgia Man Indicted in $105 Million Fake Truck Ponzi Scheme Defrauding Hundreds Nationwide

Georgia Man Indicted in $105 Million Fake Truck Ponzi Scheme Defrauding Hundreds Nationwide

Kristopher Lunsford, a Georgia business owner, has been indicted on six counts of wire fraud and two counts of money laundering in connection with a $105 million Ponzi scheme. Federal prosecutors allege that Lunsford defrauded over 500 investors nationwide through his companies, including AKL Transport LLC and Southern Truck Leasing LLC. Lunsford allegedly promised investors returns of up to 260% on investments in semi-truck leases, claiming they could purchase leases for $25,000 to $40,000 in exchange for weekly payouts of $1,000 to $1,200. U.S. Attorney Greg Kehoe stated that Lunsford claimed to manage all operations, including purchasing 2,000 trucks, but in reality, he owned only about 20, many of which were inoperable. Instead of generating legitimate business profits, Lunsford used $75 million from new investors to pay off earlier ones, a classic Ponzi scheme structure. He was arrested in Nevada.
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Take a look inside Raspatopia and Tacotopia on Deans Bridge

Take a look inside Raspatopia and Tacotopia on Deans Bridge

A brother-and-sister team has built a following on Deans Bridge Road with authentic Mexican dishes and colorful frozen treats. Take a look inside.
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Milford man pleads not guilty to abusing boys when he was minister

Milford man pleads not guilty to abusing boys when he was minister

Jeff Taylor, who now lives in Milford with his wife, pleaded not guilty to charges of abusing boys while serving as a youth minister in Virginia
The Augusta ChronicleThe Augusta Chronicle
This company owns the most land in Georgia. 10.4 million acres of it

This company owns the most land in Georgia. 10.4 million acres of it

This company owns more land in the state than any other, with more than 10 million acres of timberland.
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Franklin Police adds four new officers after recruitment push, salary increase

Franklin Police adds four new officers after recruitment push, salary increase

Franklin Police Department adds four new officers following a recent push to increase salaries and recruitment.
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New Savannah teachers union leader seeks community help | Opinion

New Savannah teachers union leader seeks community help | Opinion

Rodney Lovett takes over as Savannah teachers union president and urges the community to help improve local schools.
The Augusta ChronicleThe Augusta Chronicle
Five Augusta-area high school football games to watch in Week 6

Five Augusta-area high school football games to watch in Week 6

It's Week 6 of the 2026 high school football season here in Augusta with some great matchups on deck. See which games you should be watching.
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Smyrna Establishes Public Safety Technology Task Force to Review Surveillance Tools

Smyrna Establishes Public Safety Technology Task Force to Review Surveillance Tools

The City of Smyrna, Georgia, is forming a new Public Safety Technology Task Force to oversee and review the city's use of surveillance technologies. The city council recently approved the creation of this eight-member group, which will be responsible for examining how Smyrna utilizes automated license-plate readers, public safety cameras, and drones. The task force will specifically look into technologies provided by companies like Flock Safety. Its mandate includes evaluating the public safety benefits and effectiveness of these tools, as well as scrutinizing the city's policies and practices concerning privacy, data access and retention, information sharing, cybersecurity, auditing, and accountability. The task force will also gather input from residents and serve in an advisory capacity, making policy recommendations and proposing safeguards to the Mayor and Smyrna City Council. However, not all uses of these technologies by the Smyrna Police Department will fall under the task force's review, and it wi...
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Climate change could reduce hunting, fishing opportunities in Georgia

Climate change could reduce hunting, fishing opportunities in Georgia

Climate change is altering Georgia ecosystems, threatening fish, deer, and turkey populations for outdoorsmen.