Local & State Headlines

Man arrested in motel shooting
The victim of an early morning shooting underwent surgery Tuesday, police officials say.

MCLB group home from deployment
A group from Albany repaired and maintained ground equipment for six months at three bases in Iraq.

Chamber officials back Early County coal-powered plant
Chamber of Commerce officials join the fight against a ruling that threatens construction of an area energy plant.

Family’s gift to become park in Damascus
A native family donates land for a downtown Damascus recreation park.

Sales tax holiday gets under way Thursday
Retailers across the state prepare for this weekend’s sales tax exemptions.

Teen’s death was likely accidental drowning
The victim’s friend discovered his body and tried to pull him out of the pool, police reports show.

Commission hopeful’s petition for independent run nixed
A petition to put Debbie Roland’s name on the ballot for Lee County commissioner in November fails.