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The Gwinnett County Police Department located a man wanted for murder in Florida after officers followed up on a vehicle that fled from a traffic stop.

Crime

Gwinnett Police Nab Man Wanted for Murder in Florida

by Thom ChandlerMarch 23, 2020October 10, 2023

Putnam County Sheriff Howard R. Sillis wrote a heartfelt letter to his community urging them to stay home and take the spread of coronavirus seriously. In the letter, the sheriff said he will be petitioning the Putnam County Board of Commissioners and the Eatonton City Council to legally require residents to stay home. The full text of his letter is below.

Georgia sheriff pens letter to community about coronavirus

by Thom ChandlerMarch 23, 2020March 23, 2020

Rideshare Drivers United Georgia Inc., a nonprofit organization that represents the needs and interests of about 100,000 Uber and Lyft drivers across Georgia, sent an urgent letter to Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp amid the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic.

Uber and Lyft Drivers send urgent letter to Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp asking for coronavirus relief

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2020March 20, 2020

As the COVID-19 outbreak continues and all Georgia public school facilities are closed, many resources are available to students, parents and families to ensure children have access to food and learning opportunities.

What is Georgia doing to keep students fed and learning during the coronavirus pandemic?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2020March 19, 2020

After an extensive nationwide search, the Oglethorpe University Board of Trustees has unanimously elected Nicholas Ladany, PhD, as the next President of Oglethorpe University, effective July 1. Ladany will also serve as a member of the faculty, in the role of Professor of Psychology.

Announcements, Your Community

Meet Oglethorpe University’s new president

by Thom ChandlerMarch 11, 2020September 24, 2023

There are now 31 confirmed and presumed positive cases of coronavirus in 12 counties around Georgia.

Coronavirus Update: Georgia has 31 total cases of coronavirus affecting 12 counties

by Thom ChandlerMarch 11, 2020March 11, 2020

FULTON COUNTY -- The Fulton County School system was alerted today that one of its employees had a confirmed case of coronavirus.

Coronavirus update: Some Fulton County schools dismissed early after employee tests positive for coronavirus

by Thom ChandlerMarch 9, 2020March 9, 2020

TOCCOA -- This month marks the nine year anniversary of the murder of Robert Lee Simmons Jr. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is seeking the public’s assistance with any information about Simmons’ last days and his murder.

Crime

Georgia Investigators Are Still Working to Solve 2011 Murder of Robert Lee Simmons Jr.

by Thom ChandlerMarch 5, 2020October 10, 2023

Early voting in the March 24, 2020 presidential preference primary begins Monday and Hall County residents will have more options when it comes to where and when they can cast their ballot early.

Announcements, Your Government

How to vote early in Hall County

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 27, 2020February 27, 2020

The Georgia Department of Public Health says it is working closely with the CDC, and state partners to prepare for a potential outbreak of coronavirus in the U.S., including Georgia. The goal is to quickly identify cases of coronavirus and take the appropriate public health action to reduce its spread and protect the general public.

Coronavirus, Your Family

Here’s what Georgia is doing to prepare for a coronavirus outbreak

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 27, 2020September 24, 2023

JOHNS CREEK -- Johns Creek Mayor Mike Bodker has nominated Ed Densmore for the position of City Manager. Bodker announced his intention at the City Council Meeting held Monday, Feb. 24, 2020.

Announcements, Your Community

Meet Johns Creek’s finalist for city manager

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 25, 2020September 24, 2023

The Gwinnett County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating another missing elderly woman tied to a wanted caretaker.

Second missing woman tied to wanted Georgia caretaker

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 24, 2020February 24, 2020

Forsyth County will host an open house to gather feedback from residents, business owners and property owners on south Forsyth’s commercial design standards and branding proposal.

Announcements, Your Community

Forsyth County wants public input on commercial design standards and branding for the South Forsyth area

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 23, 2020September 24, 2023

GRIFFIN -- City of Griffin Fire Chief Tommy Jones will retire after over 32 years of service to the community.

Long-time Griffin Fire Chief to hang up his boots

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2020February 21, 2020

St. Simons Sound Incident Response contractors are scheduled to begin construction of an environmental protection barrier Thursday around the grounded motor vessel Golden Ray.

Construction is beginning in St. Simons Sound. Here’s what you can expect

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 20, 2020February 20, 2020

DULUTH -- The Gwinnett County Police Department needs your help to identify a vehicle involved in a hit and run on Feb. 15.

Crime

Police search for clues in Gwinnett County hit and run

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 19, 2020February 20, 2020

The story of this week in Georgia can be told through several photos, most of which contain snow. Saturday and Sunday saw the rare occurrence of snow in the Peach State and Georgians are always quick to get their cameras out before it melts away again.

The Week In Pictures: North Georgia gets snow, Clarence Thomas comes to town

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 14, 2020February 14, 2020

From a 1930s estate that could easily host one of The Great Gatsby's famous parties to a more modern mansion that Count Dracula might enjoy, the video above details the five most expensive homes on the market today in Atlanta.

VIDEO: Here are the 5 most expensive homes on the market in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 13, 2020February 13, 2020