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Kit Colburn Apologizes to Classmates

Kit Colburn has issued an apology to his classmates.

His father Ken Colburn sent 13WMAZ a scanned copy of the note.

It says, in part, "What I did when I left school was wrong.  I am very sorry I made that choice and want all of my fellow students to know it was wrong."

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Hospice Care Center Offers Casserole Ministry

"Food is a way to reach out to people in love, especially in the south."

For Maureen Wilcox, a casserole can be worth a thousand words. Wilcox is the volunteer coordinator at Heart of Georgia Hospice in Warner Robins. She oversees its Casserole Ministry, which she says is making a difference for families with a sick loved one or those dealing with a loss.

"By providing food to a family, especially a family that's going through a hard time, it provides them an additional element of support. It makes them feel like somebody is there for them," said Wilcox.

Gene Saunders works as chaplin for Heart of Georgia Hospice. He says some of the families they serve depend on their casserole ministry.

Warner Robins Budget is $1.2M Short

Warner Robins' working budget for the coming year is coming up more than $1.2 million short.

That's according to a presentation by the city's chief financial officer, Bill Harte, to the city council.

Harte says they're still working out the 2013 budget, but right now their numbers are $1,216,862 out of balance.

He said that's because revenue projections are down.

Mayor Chuck Shaheen says he will ask department heads to find places to cut, because everyone agrees they are not going to raise taxes.

Shaheen said he gave the police department option of freezing open positions or not buying patrol cars. May have to do both at this point.

He said they've already cut next year's capital improvements in half, from $8 million to $4 million.

Right now, Harte said the city's total projected revenue for 2013 is $34,694,723 and expenditures total $35,911,585.

Board of Education to Livestream Graduation Ceremonies

Board of Education to Livestream Graduation Ceremonies

 

HOUSTON COUNTY, GA – The Houston County Board of Education 2012 graduation ceremonies will be held May 25 and 26, 2012.  All six ceremonies will be held at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry in the Miller-Murphy-Howard building.  Approximately 1,900 students will graduate. 

Guests are asked to help ensure that the ceremonies are dignified and enjoyable for all concerned.  Seniors, their families and friends should show respect for all graduates both before and after receiving diplomas.  The time for jubilant celebration is after the ceremony when students can enjoy the company of their families and friends.   

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Senator Cecil Staton Earns Perfect Score and A+ from Georgia Chamber

Senator Cecil Staton Earns Perfect Score and A+ from Georgia Chamber

 

ATLANTA – Sen. Cecil Staton (R- Macon) has received the highest ranking given on the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Scorecard. The Chamber’s legislative scorecard recognizes legislators that were most supportive of the business community during the 2012 Legislative Session.

“It is truly an honor to be recognized by the Georgia Chamber for my efforts to enact pro-business legislation aimed at strengthening Georgia’s private sector and our economy,” said Sen. Staton. “Serving as a member of the Senate Rules, Senate Appropriations, Senate Finance and Senate Banking and Financial Institutions Committees, as well as Majority Whip, it was a privilege to work with legislators and interested stakeholders to make Georgia a better place to live, work and do business.”

Warner Robins Discusses Moving to 'Strong-Mayor' System

Warner Robins city officials are discussing whether the city needs to move from a weak-mayor to strong-mayor form of government.

A presentation by council member Daron Lee sparked some sharp words.

Council member Mike Davis argued against a change: "I'm traditional. WR survived 70 years the way it is."

Mayor Chuck Shaheen responded, "No it hasn't."

Lee's presentation, covering term limits and the city's form of government, was for discussion only, he said.

He said, under Georgia law, a "strong mayor" has ability to veto legislation passed by council and can appoint department heads.

In a "weak mayor" system, like Warner Robins', the council approves appointments and the mayor has few executive powers. The council and mayor share policy making roles.

City attorney Jim Elliott says changing Warner Robins' system would require approval by the state General Assembly and possibly a referendum.

Two Men Steal Safe From Houston Store

The Houston County sheriff's office is looking for two men who stole a safe from a store early Sunday.

It happened around 2:30 a.m. at the Holiday Food Store located at 1130 N Houston Lake Road.

According to a news release, the men used a chain and a white Ford pickup to pull off the store's front door. Then they took the store's safe.

The sheriff's office did not disclose the amount of cash inside.

The sheriff's department released several photos of the theft from the store's surveillance cameras.

 

Anyone with information on the case can contact Sgt. James J. Middlebrooks with the Houston County Sheriff's Office at (478) 542-2085 or Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.