Anker, Columbus City Council and Judy Thomas

NAACP and pastors call for Columbus Council to recall vote appointing John Anker
They’re in-house Negroes,” the Rev. Johnny Flakes III said, referring to the two Black councilors who supported this move. “They carry the buckets of the water, and they have sold their souls.”
John Anker to fill former Columbus City Councilor Judy Thomas’ seat
In Tuesday’s City Council meeting, a majority (6-3) of the City Council voted to put John Anker as part of the board.
Columbus City Council votes to have John Anker fill former councilor Judy Thomas’ seat
You can view the full interview in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — In a move that came hours after Judy Thomas’ resignation, a majority of the City
In split vote, Columbus Council appoints Anker to replace Thomas despite mayor’s objection
You’ve got a majority of people in this community that didn’t vote for an individual,” Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson said, “and now this council is going to appoint them?”
Leaders voice frustration over Columbus council’s handling of new appointment
At a recent council meeting, a former city councilor and local faith leaders expressed their frustration and disappointment with the choice of a new council member.
Columbus branch of NAACP speaks out against the City Council Appointment of John Anker
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Former Mayor Teresa Tomlinson weighs in on John Anker's city council appointment and calls to fire City Manager Isaiah Hugley
Former Mayor Teresa Tomlinson weighs in on John Anker's city council appointment and calls to fire City Manager Isaiah Hugley ...
Former Columbus mayor shows support for Isaiah Hugley. Did city councilors violate law?
Early conversations about who would fill former Columbus Councilor Judy Thomas’ seat prior to her resignation would have ...
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Columbus NAACP and clergy speaks against City Council’s appointment of John Anker
Thomas resigned in a letter earlier in the meeting due to health issues. City council voted to appoint John Anker, a man who lost the mayoral race in 2022 and the city council race in 2024 to ...
Wellness Wednesday: Here's how to make better food choices
Tuesday afternoon, the team learned that they will be facing off against Bryant and Stratton College of Virginia on Monday in ...