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  • Budget cuts may hamper CSU growth

    Layoffs also possible if forced to trim 5 percent


    Published on: 07/24/08

    Columbus State University's proposed budget cuts will have a "substantial impact," including layoffs, if they reach the most severe levels, CSU President Timothy Mescon said.

  • On Tuesday, firefighters from across the Valley climbed all over Golden Park as part of training with the Rescue Training Association.
Once firefighters are done with the training, they will be called for rescue efforts all over the country.
    Photo by Seth Grant / Ledger-Enquirer

    Heavy rescuers

    Firefighters, EMTs training 400 hours for dangerous duty

    A $1.275 million federal grant given last year to the city of Columbus to form and train a multi-jurisdictional search and rescue team for West Central Georgia is now being put to use.