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"CB&T New President" Columbus Ga Homes, Fort Benning Realtor,

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 12:24:00 -0500

Congratulations to William R. Blanchard the new President of Columbus Bank and Trust Company. "Billy" Blanchard is replacing longtime president Steve Melton. Melton will retain the position as CEO of CB&T and Regional CEO of Synovus. William R Blanchard has been working at CB&T since 1995, he has served as the Chairman of the Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce and is currently the Chairman of the Chattahoochee Valley United Way.

William R. Blanchard continues a family banking tradition. He follows in the footsteps of his father James H. Blanchard, who was president of CB&T from the early 70's until the mid 80's. He also retired as Chairman and CEO of Synovus. James H's father, William's grandfather, James W Blanchard was the President of CB&T from the late 50's until 1969. Like father like son, like son.

The younger Blanchard represents the next generation of leadership in the local company. The previous generations have grown and expanded CB&T over several decades. The comapny enjoys a good reputation and a respectable profitabilty. William R. Blanchard has proven leadership in Columbus Ga, his promotion to head Columbus Bank and Trust Company will benefit stockholders and the community.

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Columbus Ga homes, Fort Benning Realtor, Phenix City Real Estate, One of the Best

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 09:55:14 -0500

I would like to compliment one of our fellow Active Rain members, John Tuggle, & Freedom Mortgage Corporation !

John is the hardest working loan officer that I have met. He makes house calls, He returns phone calls quickly. He provides automatic email updates of the loan process. He can be reached at night, on weekends and in Florida when he vacations. He provides service, service and more service. I for one appreciate great service. Thank you John Tuggle!

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Columbus Ga Homes, Fort Benning Realtor, "Before Closing Day"

Sat, 03 Oct 2009 14:31:55 -0500

One of my favorite times in a real estate transaction, as Closing Day draws nearer and nearer, is the preparation for window treatments. In most cases a speedy temporary fix is mini blinds. The future home owners excitement is evident as they go from room to room measuring windows and wall space.

When I get the call to view a home under contract from one of my clients, I go willingly and freely. Whether it is the call to measure windows or show it to grandma from out of town I show it at their convenience. To do anything else would be cruel and unusual punishment. Just think of somebody post poning Christmas morning.

Here is another happy and excited client. Our discussion at this session ranged from weed killer to removing brick borders around the flower beds. The only better time is the celebration dinner after the closing.

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Columbus Ga Real Estate, Market Report week of Aug 22nd to Aug 29th

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:58:49 -0500

This past week 23 single family homes sold in Columbus Ga. Fifty three homes came new on the market and thirteen came back on the market. (Disregard all figures to the right of the Single Family heading, these figures represent areas outside of the Columbus Ga City Limits).

What is surprising to me are not the numbers of how many, what I found interesting are the comparison columns of Listing Price and Sold Price. To me the comparison of these two columns tells me that the Listing Agents did their homework and priced the home correctly. My hats off to you all for a job well done.

	Current		Back On		Total	Total	Avg	Avg	% Of	CO-OP	Off Market Not Sold
	Active	New	Market	Sold	List $	Sold $	Sales $	Days	List $	Sales	%	Volume	Pending	Expired	Other
Single Family	1902	114	24	32	$6,074,641	$5,867,696	$183,366	164	96.59	26	81.25	$4,244,309	44	9	116
01-N W Columbus	165	7	2	6	$2,038,800	$1,906,000	$317,667	259	93.49	5	83.33	$1,236,000	3	1	8
02-N E Columbus	168	15	3	7	$1,311,785	$1,297,940	$185,420	85	98.94	6	85.71	$1,097,960	9	0	7
03-W C Columbus	187	6	2	1	$35,000	$27,500	$27,500	565	78.57	1	100.00	$27,500	1	0	22
04-E C Columbus	105	5	1	1	$154,200	$154,200	$154,200	135	100.00	1	100.00	$154,200	4	0	3
05-W Columbus	93	4	1	0	0	0	0	0	0.00	0	0.00	0	3	0	6
06-E Columbus	131	7	1	3	$212,800	$214,999	$71,666	102	100.00	3	100.00	$214,999	2	1	7
07-S W Columbus	64	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.00	0	0.00	0	2	0	5
08-S E Columbus	117	3	3	4	$479,150	$454,900	$113,725	203	94.94	4	100.00	$454,900	4	1	7
09-Midland, Muscogee County	107	3	0	1	$293,207	$293,207	$293,207	38	100.00	0	0.00	0	3	1	3

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Grant Money Available - Homes columbus Ga, Fort Benning Realtor, Phenix City Real Estate

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 13:31:02 -0500

Georgia News: Columbus Ga Homes, Fort Benning, Phenix City Real Estate. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Donovan awarded a $14,540,363 grant to 11 grantees in Georgia. Muscogee County and Columbus received $740,907, to re-house families who fall into homelessness and to prevent them from becoming homeless in the first place.

The Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program is intended to help those families that need finacnial assistance on a short term basis. Families who have encountered hardships that would cause them to become homeless or are being forced to live in a shelter or on the streets can now receive rental assistance for up to 18 months. State assistance is not limited to rent but can include security deposits, utility deposits, utility payments, moving cost assistance and hotel vouchers. Payment will only be made to third parties, such as landlords and utility companies.

HPRP has found that in many hardship cases a little help goes a long way to stabilize a family and alleviates the need for furher assistance.

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Columbus Ga Homes, Fort Benning, Phenix City, Real Estate "HOLY COKE!, Much Ado"

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 19:46:45 -0500

Columbus Ga, Fort Benning, area; OK, it has not come up in

discussion for awhile, but Columbus Ga is probably home to Coca

Cola. The reason for making this claim is the fact that Dr. Pemberton

lived just north of Columbus back in 1869. For those Atlanta residents who insist the soft drink home is

Atlanta, yes you are right,

perhaps more correct than the Columbus claim that I made.

I'm sure that there are folks in Columbus that will forever claim this is home to Coke. As there are folks

in Atlanta who may call us crazy for thinking it began anywhere but Atlanta. The home of Coca Cola is now

the entire world, the home of my Coke is my cooler or refrigerator. This entire post has been "much ado

about nothing." What is important is that the Historic Columbus Foundation has preserved and protected

the wonderful little structure that Dr. Pemberton once lived in. Broadway in Columbus Ga is home to

dozens of other historic homes, many of them with interesting and sometimes surprising stories.

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Columbus Ga Homes, Fort Benning, Phenix City, Real Estate "OLD IS NEW"

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 10:33:54 -0500

Columbus Ga Homes, Fort Benning, Phenix City, Real Estate, NEWS: In Phenix City Al. the former home of Remax Prime (pc), is the new home of REMAX CHAMPIONS REALTY. Danny Amberson, Broker/Owner is located at 1021 13h Street, Phenix City Al. 36867. Any time you are driving through downtown Phenix City stop by, say hello and get the latest information about real estate in East Alabama. Danny and a wonderful group of professionals are more than happy to share their time and expertise.

Across the River, the former Heritage Homes is now the new home of REMAX CHAMPIONS REALTY. Chris Jiles, Broker/Owner is located at 4800 Armour Road, Columbus Georgia 31904. This office is conveniently located between Peachtree Mall on Manchester Expressway and Walmart on the Airport Throughway. You will find the same friendly and professional service here as in Phenix City. The partnership of Jiles / Amberson and the marriage of the two firms allows them to better serve the public and their existing clients.

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Columbus Ga, Fort Benning, "Oldest Home is pre-fabricated"

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 16:25:37 -0500

In the Columbus Ga, Fort Benning, area, the Walker - Peters - Langdon House is located in the Historic District on Broadway. It is the oldest home in Columbus and dates back to 1828. Surprisingly it is believed to be a pre-fabricated house. Federal cottages were built during this period with the idea of the purchasers picking them up and moving them to their land. The original owner Colonel Walker sold the home to the Peters family. The Peters family moved into the house because they were worried about Indians and this cottage stood in a more populated area than their previous home.

The clap-board siding is orginal, the cedar shingles have been restored and many of the hand-blown glass window panes are also original. The Walker - Peters - Langdon House is also a museum and open for tours. Contact the Historic Columbus Foundation for more information.

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Columbus Ga, Fort Benning, "National Infantry Museum to Honor Vietnam Veteran"

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 13:15:45 -0500

Retired Colonel Rick Rescorla, served in Vietnam in 1965 and died during the terrorist attack on 9/11. Rescorla will be honored at Fort Benning, with the unveiling of a bronze statue, at 11am, Thursday, September 17th, at the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center.
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Rick Rescorla, also served as Vice President of Corporate Security for the firm of Morgan Stanley. On 9/11, he witnessed the burning of Tower 1 at the World Trade Center from his office on the 66th floor of Tower 2. Rescola ordered the evacuation of Tower 2 and his actions saved the lives of 2700 people. When he was satisfied that all of his fellow employees were safely out of harms way, Rescorla returned to the tower. Ironically, his implementation of evacuation drills and preparedness saved the lives of thousands; his heroism and sense of duty, to leave no one behind, caused his demise.
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Lieutenant Rick Rescorla, served with the 7th Cavalry Regiment in Vietnam. He led a platoon of soldiers through Ia Drang Valley, where more than 200 Americans died. This heroic warrior was British, a former member of the British Army and moved to the United States in 1963 to join the U.S. Army.
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The statue honoring retired Colonel Rescorla will be placed and unveiled on Heritage Walk at the National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center. The unveiling ceremony will coincide with the arrival of a steel I-Beam that was part of Tower 1 at the World Trade Center. The I-Beam is being dedicated to all the Army men and women who have lost their lives, since 9/11 and to those who serve presently.
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The National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center at Fort Benning is a wonderful place to honor our soldiers. Within the walls are stories of all our soldiers. It is a fantastic place for quiet reflection and a great place to visit.
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COLUMBUS GA, FORT BENNING, PHENIX CITY, "Day Trips"

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:15:58 -0500

     One of the very best things about Columbus Ga and Fort Benning is location. And we all know that in real estate it is all about location, location, location. Well in this case it may also hold true for entertainment.
     A short drive of three to three and a half hours can get you as far as Panama City Beach Florida. Although it is has gotten a bit commercialized in the past 15 years, it can still boast one of the best beaches in the world.
     An hour north will get you to Atlanta and all that it has to offer. Major League Sports, Museums, Entertainment Parks and a fantastic night life are some of the offerings.
     Another couple of hours beyond Atlanta you will find Chattanooga Tennessee. Among other things you will find a world class hang gliding school. For the inexperienced Tandem flights are available. For the more down to earth types you can also enjoy Ruby Falls or Rock City and River Boat Rides.

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Columbus Ga, Fort Benning, Homes, 1542 32nd St. Columbus Ga. 31904

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:40:27 -0500

ADORABLE 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH BUNGALOW FOR SALE. THIS HOME IS LOCATED ACROSS THE STREET FROM JORDAN HIGH SCHOOL, JUST MINUTES FROM SHOPPING CTRS AND PARKS.

FEATURES INCLUDE, HARDWOOD FLOORS, NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS, NEW INSULATION, NEW SOFFITS, ENLARGED LAUNDRY ROOM, WORKSHOP/GARAGE.

LIVING ROOM W/ FIREPLACE AND FRENCH DOORS TO DINING ROOM.

DINING ROOM OVERLOOKS FENCED BACK YARD.

KITCHEN FEATURES, RECENTLY REMODELED COUNTER TOPS, SINK, AND APPLIANCES.

CHARMING HOME FROM FRONT TO REAR. PRICED RIGHT FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS. GREAT RENTAL PROPERTY.

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Columbus Ga, Fort Benning, Homes & Phones

Sat, 29 Aug 2009 17:20:26 -0500

This is a gentle reminder that all cell phone numbers will be public information soon! The beneficiaries will be TELEMARKETERS and your cell providers. To avoid the headaches and additional expense:

CALL 888-382-1222 (the National DO NOT CALL LIST).

By Registering your phone number "from your phone" it will be blocked from telemarketers for the next five years. Good Luck Y'all.

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Views of Broadway in Columbus Georgia, home of Fort Benning

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 23:07:11 -0500

Downtown Columbus Georgia is thriving, new eateries, pubs, businesses and landscaping on Broadway!

It won't keep you dry in the rain and may not provide a lot of shade. It's Art! It will give you something to talk about, you might even wonder, what were they thinking. Broadway is dotted with metal sculptures, one of my favorites is at Heritage Park on lower Broadway.

This part of Broadway is a bit more traditional, but there is ample space for artistic expression of all types.

From Here it only gets better and more interesting! By the way this beautiful structure is for lease, in the past it has housed several banks.

If my memory serves me correctly. It seems that in the 1980's Rankin Square was the focal point and the beginning of Downtown Columbus Georgia revitalization efforts.

The Fine Arts Center replaced the Columbus Police Department, which sat in the shadow of the Government Center since the 1970's. This state of the art theater is home to the Columbus Symphony and hundreds of art and drama students from Columbus State University.

Continue the Tour of Broadway

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Columbus Ga - Fort Benning "View into Phenix City Alabama"

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:44:44 -0500

Columbus Georgia, Fort Benning and Phenix City Alabama, make up our tri-city community. This is the view from the North ByPass of Columbus Ga. into North Phenix City Al. Just around the bend is the Chattahoochee River and the top right of the landscape is near Summerville Road, Phenix City Al.

A Rare Occasion in Columbus Ga

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 12:56:50 -0500

It is a rare occasion when it snows in Columbus Ga. but it happened. Much to the delight of all the children in town, Muscogee County schools closed the day of the snow and the day after.

Columbus Ga - Fort Benning, A Soldier Remembered

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 22:05:37 -0500

Danny M. Bishop, 1SG U.S. Army Retired was laid to rest at the Fort Benning Main Post Cemetery. Graveside services with Military Honors were held on a blustery rainy morning and just about ten minutes prior to the beginning of the service the rain stopped. Tears flowed as Taps sounded. A very professional and sympathetic Military Detail fired three volleys and gave a final salute to an old soldier.

Honoring Danny Bishop were family and friends, members and the Color Guard of VFW Post 665, where Danny was an active member and former Commander. Members of the American Legion Post 35 attended, as well as representatives of the Elks Lodge 111. Danny Bishop was a kind gentle man and an exemplary soldier. This former POW served in WWII, the Korean Conflict, and Vietnam. I will remember Danny M. Bishop for the rest of my days.

Columbus Ga - Ft Benning: A slight variation of an old favorite!

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 20:32:09 -0500

Attention: All Columbus Ga home owners and future landlords. Spring is here and in the next few days hundreds and thousands of home owners will begin the annual migration to the "garden centers". When making your landscape decisions remember to allow for future growth. The most important landscape decision will be where and what kind of trees you will plant. One old favorite is of course the Bradford Pear Tree. The problem in Columbus Ga with Bradford Pear trees is that many of the 15 - 25 year old trees have been damaged by wind or ice. The Bradford Pear is a soft wood tree, it spreads and sends trunk sized branches out in all directions. The weight of the branches is what makes this tree prone to wind and ice damage. I was lucky enough to find a Cleveland Pear Tree, wood, leaves and flowers are identical to the Bradford. The difference is its shape. The Cleveland Pear has a more upright growth pattern, it casts a smaller shadow and is less susceptible to wind and ice damage because of it's compact shape. Take a look and consider the Cleveland Pear when you go shopping for trees.

Columbus Ga - Fort Benning Bavarian House - German Food

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 16:21:00 -0500

One of my favorite places to eat in Columbus Ga is the Bavarian House located on Whittlesey Road, behind the Main Street shopping ctr. I have to admit that I am partial to german cooking and Monika Washington the owner of the Bavarian House does an admirable job. If meat and potatoes don't drive you wild then maybe some of the fantastic german desserts will. The food is excellent and quite filling.

One fourth of the restaurant is a bar featuring the usual sports tv highlights and of course German and Domestic BEER. All of you familiar with schnitzel will really appreciate what the Bavarian House has to offer. Saturdays you will find a host of German ladies speaking in a variety of German dialects.

Good Food, Great Desserts and Beer, Wine and Spirits on occasion you will find a trio or quartet playing some of your favorite music. Octoberfest is reserved for live Polka music and dancers.

Look around when you come to visit, I'll be sitting on the right side, so stop and say hello.

Columbus Crossing - New Construction

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 15:34:11 -0500

This is the View when exiting Sam's Club and the new SuperWalmart located on Whittlesey. Just when we thought we had all the franchises conveniently located, up sprouts another. Construction of Schools, homes, businesses and half a dozen new hotels has contruction crews busy all over Columbus. This strip mall has become one of my favorites because it is conveniently located just 3 miles from home in North Columbus. Shopping and Dining are great and traffic is usually moderate.

Interstate 185 Construction Columbus Ga - Fort Benning

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 14:51:23 -0500

Drive Carefully! Interstate 185 is being widened!

Three miles of Interstate 185 connecting Columbus Ga to Ft Benning are still under construction. The crews have made tremendous progress moving earth and erecting barriers. Utility lines and sewer lines seem to have been taken care of and construction has begun on the bridge expansions required for the six lanes of traffic that will lead to Fort Benning and South Columbus.

Columbus (Ga) Georgia Real Estate - 5914 Buxton Drive

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 13:40:46 -0600

Wonderful 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home for sale. This property is 1400sq ft heated. It is located in East Columbus and includes a very large and updated eat in kitchen. The Family room has a fireplace and it is open to the living room. The lot is level and the back yard is fenced. This home is in perfect condition.

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Fri, 01 Feb 2008 23:11:03 -0600

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Columbus Ga - Ft Benning - A GREAT TIME TO BUY A GREAT HOME!

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 02:41:49 -0600

Spring Chapel subdivision is a Woodruff Company development and homes here are built by Mike Socci. The national housing market is in a slump and Columbus Ga has also been slowed by the current sub prime debacle. Lenders have tightened their rules and the Fed is lowering interest rates. An abundant supply and low rates are the best reasons to buy a home now!!

Steals are rare but good deals are currently abundant. The pictures will show you some beautiful homes at a fair price. If you are currently looking for a new home these are located directly across from Midland Middle School and Midland Academy, just a minute from the J.R. Allen Parkway. The commute to Ft. Benning is 15 to 18 minutes. If these existing homes don't convince you that it is time to move, there are lots available to build and modify your dream home.

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Fort Benning Ga, First Grader's new Best Friend is Expected to Save His Life

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:37:21 -0600

Good News from Ft. Benning! Christian Bray and his first grade classmates began a letter writing campaign that may have life saving benefits for young Christian and his family. Christian Bray was diagnosed with epilepsy and cerebral palsy at birth and the recent efforts of these fantastic first graders caught the attention of J.D. Fenessy of the Milk-Bone Company. Milk-Bone is a Sponsor of Canine Assistants, a non profit organization that provides service dogs.

Christian has seizures and stops breathing when he is sleeping, hopes are that his new canine friend will alert his parents and allow Christian to become more independent. Service dogs can be trained to understand ninety separate commands and to recognize Christians specific needs. Specifically the four footed guardian will be able to open doors, turn on lights, pull wheel chairs and fetch. In May the Bray family will meet their newest family member and begin a bonding / training program to meet Christian's specific needs.

CONGRATULATIONS to the Bray Family, Christian's teacher and classmates your efforts were simply AWESOME. Wonderful kids and teachers make up the Columbus, Ft. Benning and Phenix City Community I am proud and happy to share this news with everybody.

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Columbus Georgia, 11 SOA Protesters Sentenced to Jail

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:35:18 -0600

The annual SOA Watch Protest held in November of 2007 made the news in Columbus Ga., Fort Benning and a few other places. Eleven protesters who trespassed onto federal property during the rally were sentenced to jail terms by U.S. District Court Magistrate, G. Mallon Faircloth. A 76 year old blind man named Edwin Ross Lewinton was among the defendants sentenced to 90 days in jail. This was the fourth time that Lewinton had appeared before the court since 2003 and Magistrate Faircloth did offer him the option of 90 days house arrest. Lewinton would not hear of it and responded, "If a blind person were a drug dealer, he would be sent to jail."

The SOA Watch Protest is an annual event that has grown in numbers since the School of Americas training program was established at Fort Benning. Protesters want to change U.S. Policy in Latin America.

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