Spalding County community supports deputy needing transplant
Spalding County deputy Heather Raper is fighting for a life-saving kidney transplant just months after marrying her husband, as the local community rallies to support the newlyweds during back-to-back medical emergencies.
Spalding County deputy Heather Raper is fighting for a life-saving kidney transplant just months after marrying her husband, as the local community rallies to support the newlyweds during back-to-back medical emergencies.
Driver pulls into Griffin nursing home for help during violent dispute
A man armed with a handgun was disarmed by deputies in the parking lot of Brightmoor Nursing Home on Georgia Highway 16 West.
A man armed with a handgun was disarmed by deputies in the parking lot of Brightmoor Nursing Home on Georgia Highway 16 West.
Griffin man gets 2 years for dogfighting, pandemic relief fraud
Norman Dixson, 35, of Griffin, was sentenced to two years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a dogfighting charge.
Norman Dixson, 35, of Griffin, was sentenced to two years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a dogfighting charge.
Why a Georgia sheriff is fighting to keep ex-commissioner in prison
Spalding County Sheriff Darrell Dix is strongly opposing a parole proposal for former commissioner Don Hawbaker.
Spalding County Sheriff Darrell Dix is strongly opposing a parole proposal for former commissioner Don Hawbaker.
2 arrested in 31-year-old father's shooting death at Griffin park
On Wednesday, Griffin Police arrested Kenijay Ponder and Josiah Starks in connection with a deadly shooting that happened on July 11.
On Wednesday, Griffin Police arrested Kenijay Ponder and Josiah Starks in connection with a deadly shooting that happened on July 11.
Major drug bust in Griffin nets thousands in cash, trafficking charges
Spalding County sheriff's deputies seized drugs and cash during a search warrant execution at a home in Griffin on Monday.
Spalding County sheriff's deputies seized drugs and cash during a search warrant execution at a home in Griffin on Monday.
1 person, 1 pet found dead after mobile home park fire in Spalding Co.
One person and a pet died in an early morning fire at a Spalding County mobile home park.
One person and a pet died in an early morning fire at a Spalding County mobile home park.
31-year-old father of 7 shot, killed in Griffin park during gathering
A 31-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday night during a gathering at a Griffin park, prompting a police investigation, authorities said.
A 31-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday night during a gathering at a Griffin park, prompting a police investigation, authorities said.
2 Spalding County employees fired, accused of harassing co-worker
Two Spalding County employees were fired after an investigation into allegations of stalking, sexual harassment, and workplace misconduct.
Two Spalding County employees were fired after an investigation into allegations of stalking, sexual harassment, and workplace misconduct.
Crime spree in Spalding County ends after shooting, 2 arrested
Following a weekend crime spree led into gunfire, two young males were arrested in Griffin and now face felony charges.
Following a weekend crime spree led into gunfire, two young males were arrested in Griffin and now face felony charges.
Rabid fox captured in Griffin after attacking family dog
A rabid fox was captured in the Forest Hills Neighborhood area after attacking a pet dog on Springer Drive.
A rabid fox was captured in the Forest Hills Neighborhood area after attacking a pet dog on Springer Drive.
Massive drug shipment to Spalding County home disguised as gifts
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than 32,000 illegal prescription pills in Philadelphia last week that were being sent to a Spalding County address.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized more than 32,000 illegal prescription pills in Philadelphia last week that were being sent to a Spalding County address.
Lockdown after threat on Monday to Griffin High School lifted
Griffin High School was placed on a Level 2 lockdown as law enforcement investigated a reported threat made by phone, according to the Griffin-Spalding County School System.
Griffin High School was placed on a Level 2 lockdown as law enforcement investigated a reported threat made by phone, according to the Griffin-Spalding County School System.
Spalding County deputy arrested on family violence charges
Spalding County Deputy Phillip Ramsammy has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault and cruelty to children following a family violence investigation.
Spalding County Deputy Phillip Ramsammy has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault and cruelty to children following a family violence investigation.
20 arrested in Spalding County drug bust linked to deaths
Two men known as "Twin" and "Chuck" were arrested in a major drug bust that authorities say is linked to several overdose deaths in Spalding County.
Two men known as "Twin" and "Chuck" were arrested in a major drug bust that authorities say is linked to several overdose deaths in Spalding County.
Griffin dedicates community center to honor fallen hero Sgt. Todd Thomas
The City of Griffin dedicated a community center to honor Sgt. Todd Thomas, who died in 2021.
The City of Griffin dedicated a community center to honor Sgt. Todd Thomas, who died in 2021.
Man wanted by Griffin police for allegedly beating girlfriend
Griffin police are searching for a man accused of holding his girlfriend against her will and assaulting her during a domestic violence incident.
Griffin police are searching for a man accused of holding his girlfriend against her will and assaulting her during a domestic violence incident.
10,000 gallons of jet fuel spills from Hartsfield-Jackson into Flint River
EPA officials say about 10,000 gallons of Jet-A fuel spilled from a faulty fuel pit hydrant Friday.
EPA officials say about 10,000 gallons of Jet-A fuel spilled from a faulty fuel pit hydrant Friday.
Is Griffin water safe? City manager clarifies latest testing results and odor reports
Lab results confirmed the water system remains safe following a fuel spill near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Lab results confirmed the water system remains safe following a fuel spill near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
From dialysis to recovery: Shaina McCoy’s 3-year battle for a new kidney ends
Former deputy Shaina McCoy returned to work 42 days after a life-saving kidney transplant.
Former deputy Shaina McCoy returned to work 42 days after a life-saving kidney transplant.