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Georgia on the map of USA

Around Georgia: First look at Georgia capitol Christmas tree

by Thom ChandlerNovember 23, 2021November 23, 2021

ALPHARETTA -- Imagine Exhibitions brings a dinosaur-filled indoor experience to Alpharetta for local families and visitors to get up-close-and-personal with larger-than-life replicas of the most fascinating, fan-favorite prehistoric inhabitants! Dino Safari: A Walk-Thru Adventure opens today inside Alpharetta’s North Point Mall.

Dinosaur Safari stomps into Alpharetta

by Thom ChandlerNovember 19, 2021September 24, 2023

Pirate-themed circus comes to North Point Mall

by Thom ChandlerNovember 11, 2021September 24, 2023

Dunkin' will once again be giving all veterans and active military a small thanks for a huge service – a free donut of their choice on Thursday, November 11 at participating Dunkin’ restaurants nationwide, no purchase necessary.

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Veterans can get a free doughnut from Dunkin’ on Veterans Day

by Thom ChandlerNovember 9, 2021November 11, 2021

Consumers whose mobile phones rely on older 3G and 4G technology will not be able to place phone calls, including 911 calls, or send texts beginning as early as January 1. Mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G and some 4G networks to make room for more advanced network services, including 5G technology.

Tips and Knowledge

Still on 3G? You may not be able to make calls after Jan. 1

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2021November 6, 2021

Cockroaches can spread disease, cause property damage and many find them just plain gross.

Georgia By The Numbers

Atlanta ranked number 3 in the nation for cockroaches

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2021September 24, 2023

The World Champion Atlanta Braves have released details of a World Series Championship Parade and celebration set for Friday, November 5, beginning at noon.

Here’s what you need to know about the Braves parade

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2021September 24, 2023

With 95.8% of votes reported in Fulton County, Felicia Moore has 40% of the votes. The race for second place has tightened up with Kasim Reed holding 23.7% of the vote and Andre Dickens holding 22.6%. DeKalb County voters favor Dickens over Reed, but only a few votes have been counted there.

Your Government

Live Georgia Municipal Election Results

by Thom ChandlerNovember 2, 2021September 24, 2023

Nicholas the rescued dolphin at Clearwater Marine Aquarium has chosen the Atlanta Braves to defeat the Houston Astros in the 2021 MLB championship series.

A dolphin has picked the Atlanta Braves to win the World Series

by Thom ChandlerOctober 28, 2021September 24, 2023

Clayton County Police Officers responded to the 3400 block of Mt. Zion Road in reference to a suspicious vehicle Saturday. Upon checking the vehicle’s tag it returned to the victim, Kayla Barnett, who is currently listed as an endangered missing person out of Mississippi.

Missing Mississippi woman’s car found in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerOctober 23, 2021October 24, 2021

The event was created to raise funds to directly support the Alpharetta Public Safety and Milton First Responders Foundations. This year, the concert will feature an opening performance by Billy Allen and Unfinished Business before the incomparable John Driskell Hopkins of the Grammy award-winning Zac Brown Band takes the stage as the headliner.

John Driskell Hopkins of Zac Brown Band to perform in North Fulton

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2021September 24, 2023

The grisly details of murder and true crime fascinate Americans.

Augusta University Professor pens second book about murder

by Thom ChandlerOctober 20, 2021October 20, 2021

Medical mask on woman face with the inscription CORONAVIRUS , covid 19

Augusta University Health allows more visitors due to declining COVID numbers

by Thom ChandlerOctober 19, 2021October 19, 2021

woman holding book

Tips and Knowledge

What is Banned Books Week and why do local libraries celebrate it?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 29, 2021September 29, 2021

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, and it is estimated that 100,000 people across the U.S. live with the genetically inherited blood disease. Georgia is home to 10 percent of the population affected by this crippling and life-threatening disorder, which distorts smooth, round blood cells, turning them hard and crescent-shaped.

Red Cross CEO and her daughter are on a quest to fight Sickle Cell

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2021September 23, 2021

With reported murders up 64% compared to this time two years ago in Atlanta, SafeWise decided to look into the cities where Georgia residents can feel safe.

Georgia By The Numbers

What are the safest cities in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 17, 2021September 22, 2021

Starting tomorrow, Dunkin’ will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with its new Dulce De Leche Donut at participating restaurants throughout the greater Atlanta area.

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Dunkin’s new Dulce De Leche Donut lands in metro Atlanta tomorrow

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 14, 2021September 14, 2021

On August 18, 2021, 43-year-old Joseph Thomas Zanes was reported missing by his sister and mother. They last saw him at the BP gas station located at 901 Buford Highway on August 14, 2021.

Search continues for missing 43-year-old Georgia man

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2021September 8, 2021