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Meadowcreek High School’s RoboMustangs robotics team secured a significant victory at the Albany qualifier for the Peachtree District Championship in the FIRST National Robotics Competition.

Meadowcreek High School Robotics Team Wins National Robotics Competition

by Thom ChandlerAugust 21, 2024August 21, 2024

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve’s homeschool program is set to return this September, offering children aged 6 to 11 a unique educational experience that combines environmental studies, nature exploration, heritage, and science. The program is designed to engage young learners in a hands-on environment, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world.

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve’s Homeschool Program Returns in September

by Thom ChandlerAugust 21, 2024August 21, 2024

When the Henry County Sheriff's Office received a tip that William Jackson Kennedy, a 44-year-old with a rap sheet long enough to make most criminals blush, was hiding out at 1106 Jappa Road in Ridgeway, Virginia, they didn’t take any chances. On August 20, deputies arrived with a search warrant in hand, ready to bring the fugitive's hide-and-seek game to an end.

Crime

Georgia Fugitive Captured Under Mobile Home in Virginia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 21, 2024August 21, 2024

CARROLLTON — A Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy was shot Wednesday morning while executing a search warrant in Carrollton. Deputy Taylor Bristow was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery. He has since been moved to the intensive care unit, though his current condition remains unclear.

Crime

Carroll County Deputy Shot While Executing Search Warrant in Carrollton

by Thom ChandlerAugust 21, 2024August 21, 2024

In an unexpected political twist, former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, a lifelong Republican and vocal critic of Donald Trump, is set to address the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday. This move marks a significant moment in Duncan's evolving relationship with the Republican Party, particularly in light of his outspoken stance against Trump's influence.

Georgia Republican Geoff Duncan Will Speak at The Democratic National Convention: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

A new survey by CardRates.com revealed that a significant portion of Georgia's workforce is dissatisfied with their current employment. According to the survey, 28% of workers in the state, roughly 1,389,710 people, admitted that they loathe their jobs. This figure is part of a larger national trend, where 38% of American workers, or approximately 59 million people, report dissatisfaction with their jobs.

Nobody Wants to Work: 1.4 Million Georgians Hate Their Jobs

by Thom ChandlerAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

During Monday night's address at the Democratic National Convention, Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock mentioned his hometown of Waycross, Georgia. He quipped that it was named Waycross because it was "Way across Georgia."

7 Things You Didn’t Know About Waycross, Georgia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

A case of measles has been confirmed in a metro Atlanta resident, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. The patient, who was not fully vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally and is now back in the United States. Public health officials are working to trace and identify anyone who may have come into contact with the infected person during the contagious period.

5th Measles Case Confirmed in Georgia: Public Health Alert

by Thom ChandlerAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

Have You Seen This Hilarious Post From The Candler County Sheriff’s Office?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

More details have emerged about Deputy Brandon Cunningham, who was killed in the line of duty on Saturday.

Crime

Georgia Deputy Was Killed in an Ambush While Responding to Domestic Dispute

by Thom ChandlerAugust 20, 2024August 20, 2024

Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock didn’t mince words at the Democratic National Convention tonight. Addressing the crowd to support Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate, Warnock delivered a scathing critique of former President Donald Trump.

Warnock: Trump Should Try Reading the Bible

by Thom ChandlerAugust 19, 2024August 19, 2024

child reading

Fulton County Students Are Making Major Gains in Literacy

by Thom ChandlerAugust 19, 2024August 19, 2024

Georgia residents are more enthusiastic about coupons than any other state in the country, according to new data from the online discount platform Wethrift. The study revealed that Georgia had the highest search volume for coupons, with 23,884 searches per 1 million residents in the past year.

Georgia By The Numbers

Georgia is The Most Coupon-Crazy State in The Nation

by Thom ChandlerAugust 19, 2024August 19, 2024

Residents across Georgia can expect a stretch of sunny weather this week, with temperatures hovering in the high 80s and low 90s.

Sunny Skies and Lower Temperatures Expected Across Georgia This Week

by Thom ChandlerAugust 19, 2024August 19, 2024

Paulding County is in mourning after Deputy Brandon Cunningham was killed in the line of duty on August 17. The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the news late Saturday night, expressing profound sorrow over the death of their colleague.

Crime, Newsflash

Georgia Deputy Killed in Line of Duty: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 18, 2024August 18, 2024

Photo of a thunderstorm over the city.

Severe Storms Threaten Parts of Georgia Today

by Thom ChandlerAugust 18, 2024August 18, 2024

Police siren

Traffic & Transportation

44-Year-Old New York Woman Killed in Late-Night Pedestrian Accident in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 17, 2024August 17, 2024

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating 13-year-old Georgia Roth, who has been missing since Friday night. Georgia, described as 5'4" tall and weighing 110 pounds, was last seen around 10:00 p.m. on August 16 at 228 Garr Road in Monroe County.

Missing in Monroe County: Have You Seen 13-Year-Old Georgia Roth?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 17, 2024August 17, 2024