Jimmy Carter
A Farewell to Rosalynn Carter
A dark chill hung over Plains in the early morning, with Christmas lights as the only illumination for the downtown. An Everyman’s Bible lay on ...
Joshua Windus, Author at Americus Times-Recorder
News
Rosalynn Carter’s funeral Service at Glenn Memorial United Methodist
Rosalynn Carter’s Atlanta funeral service took place at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church on Nov. 28th, surrounded by tall, stately oaks and pines. Paige Alexander, ...
by Joshua Windus, Wednesday, November 29, 2023 5:10 pm
Jimmy Carter
Former RCI National Program Director Laura McConatha Shares Memories of Rosalynn Carter
Laura McConatha, retired national program director for The Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers, gave an interview on Nov. 25th, speaking about the profound impact Rosalynn ...
by Joshua Windus, Monday, November 27, 2023 12:15 am
Jimmy Carter
Civil Rights Activist Bobby Fuse Reflects on Rosalynn Carter’s Legacy
Civil rights activist Bobby Fuse gave an interview after the death of Rosalynn Carter, sharing how his sorrow after hearing about her passing.“I’m going to ...
by Joshua Windus, Saturday, November 25, 2023 10:39 pm
Jimmy Carter
David Osbourne Shares Memories of Rosalynn Carter’s Grace
Pianist David Osbourne gave an interview on November 25th, sharing memories of Rosalynn Carter and the impact she had on his life. Osbourne talked about ...
by Joshua Windus, Saturday, November 25, 2023 4:43 pm
Jimmy Carter
David Osbourne Shares Memories of Rosalynn Carter’s Grace
Pianist David Osbourne gave an interview on November 25th, sharing memories of Rosalynn Carter and the impact she had on his life. Osbourne talked about ...
by Joshua Windus, Saturday, November 25, 2023 4:42 pm
Jimmy Carter
Rosalynn Carter Motorcade to Begin at Phoebe Sumter
Rosalynn Carter Motorcade to Begin at Phoebe Sumter Public Encouraged to Line the Route Americus, Ga. – Several days of public ceremonies celebrating the life ...
by Joshua Windus, Saturday, November 25, 2023 12:54 pm
Jimmy Carter
A Legacy Commemorated With Butterflies
In The Rosalynn Smith Carter Childhood Garden in Plains, a sculpture rises above the lawn, vines and leaves twisting about, serving as perches for giant ...
by Joshua Windus, Friday, November 24, 2023 8:34 pm
Jimmy Carter
How the Public Can Honor Rosalynn Carter in Atlanta Georgia
How the Public Can Honor Rosalynn Carter in South Georgia, Atlanta Motorcade Departure and Wreath-Laying Ceremonies in Americus Public Repose at Carter Presidential Center in Atlanta Lay Flowers at ...
by Joshua Windus, Friday, November 24, 2023 9:18 am
Jimmy Carter
Schedule from The Carter Center
How the Public Can Honor Rosalynn Carter in South Georgia, Atlanta Motorcade Departure and Wreath-Laying Ceremonies in Americus Public Repose at Carter Presidential Center in ...
by Joshua Windus, Friday, November 24, 2023 9:15 am
Jimmy Carter
Former WHCA Members Remember Rosalynn Carter
Members of the White House Communications Agency, known as WHCA, shared memories of Rosalynn Carter. Larry Little, Presidential Communications Officer shared a response after Rosalynn ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 10:32 pm
Jimmy Carter
Laura McConatha Retired National Program Director for The Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers Recalls Rosalynn Carter’s Passion for Caregiving
When Rosalynn Carter returned home after the White House, she became concerned about the lack of support she saw for family and friends caring for ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 9:25 pm
Jimmy Carter
Rosalynn Carter’s Legacy at Work in Plains
In the wake of Rosalynn Carter’s death, Jan Williams, a member of Maranatha Baptist Church, spoke about how Rosalynn Carter’s commitment to others still lives ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 9:16 pm
Jimmy Carter
Mayor of Plains L.E. “Boze” Godwin III and the City Council Reflect on Rosalynn Carter’s Legacy
Mrs Rosalynn Carter, regardless of being First Lady of Georgia and of the United States, was one of the most gracious and down to earth ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 10:13 am
Jimmy Carter
Mayor of Plains L.E. “Boze” Godwin III Reflects on Rosalynn Carter’s Legacy
Mrs Rosalynn Carter, regardless of being First Lady of Georgia and of the United States, was one of the most gracious and down to earth ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 9:24 am
Jimmy Carter
Rosalynn Carter: A Lady of Grace and Courage
The day after Rosalynn Carter’s death started out overcast, though the quick break in the clouds did little to remove the somber mood for so ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 9:00 am
News
Americus City Council Meeting Honors Veterans and Discusses Cycling, Lawn Care, and the Definition of a Church
The Americus City Council honored several veterans in attendance, many of whom were members of Post 558. Council member Nelson Brown made a statement honoring ...
by Joshua Windus, Sunday, November 19, 2023 9:34 pm
Jimmy Carter
Mayor Kinnamon’s Letter to the Community Honoring Rosalynn Carter
Dear Friends, It is with heavy hearts that we mourn together the passing of a remarkable and much-beloved citizen of our Sumter County community, former ...
by Joshua Windus, Sunday, November 19, 2023 7:09 pm
Jimmy Carter
Rosalynn Carter Enters At-Home Hospice Care
Rosalynn Carter has entered at-home hospice care. The ATR is currently looking for further updates.
by Joshua Windus, Friday, November 17, 2023 4:19 pm
Local News
County Commissioners Discuss Vacancies After Elections Workers Resign in Protest
After the November 14th meeting of the Board of Commissioners discussed rezoning land for a solar field, Chairman Waddell addressed the vacant positions on the ...
by Joshua Windus, Friday, November 17, 2023 2:32 pm
Local News
The Board of Commissioners Hears a Request to Rezone Land for Solar
The Board of Commissioners met on November 14th. Planning & Zoning Administrator Heather Tyler presented the zoning board’s recommendation to deny the request to build ...
by Joshua Windus, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 2:48 pm
Local News
City Council Discusses Lawn Maintenance and Speeders
The Americus City Council discussed issues with lawn maintenance. Public works director Mike Sistrunk addressed the Council, stating issues with using inmate crews for lawn ...
by Joshua Windus, Monday, November 13, 2023 9:34 pm
education
Board of Education Discusses Test Score Gains and Proposed Increases for Training
On November 6th the School Board met for their monthly work session. Kimothy Hadley presented rising grade levels.The data for early literacy reading was as ...
by Joshua Windus, Monday, November 13, 2023 9:32 pm
education
Sumter Intermediate School Teacher Mariah Walker Shares Experiences Teaching
Sumter Intermediate School teacher Mariah Walker gave an interview on her experiences as a teacher. She teaches two classes, with a total of 36 students. ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 4:45 pm
Local News
Interview with Judge William Sizemore Jr. for National Adoption Month
By Kathleen M. Calcutt On September 25, Judge Sizemore took time away from the law review article he was writing to talk about one of ...
by Joshua Windus, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 4:41 pm
business
Planet Fitness comes to Americus
Club Manager Dominique Flowers gave a tour of the new Planet Fitness Gym on 1610 East Forsyth Street on November 1st. Planet Fitness plans to ...
by Joshua Windus, Monday, November 6, 2023 1:50 pm
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Planet Fitness comes to Americus
Club Manager Dominique Flowers gave a tour of the new Planet Fitness Gym on 1610 East Forsyth Street on November 1st. Planet Fitness plans to ...
by Joshua Windus, Monday, November 6, 2023 1:49 pm
community
Bee Removal at Word of Faith Ministries
Gloria Bryant, Pastor of Word of Faith Ministries, had a problem. The church was planning to expand, but bees had taken over a portion of ...
