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The International Bluegrass Music Association's 5-Time Male Vocalist of the Year, Russell Moore, recently announced the addition of Dustin Pyrtle to his award-winning band, IIIrd Tyme Out. Pyrtle will hit the road in January with IIIrd Tyme Out as their newest bass player, bringing his renowned vocals to the group's popular trio and quartet arrangements.

Georgia singer Russell Moore taps Dustin Pyrtle as new band member

by Thom ChandlerDecember 28, 2018December 28, 2018

Tanger Outlets in Commerce recently showed its thanks and support to several area agencies. As part of their ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ campaign, Tanger made separate $500 donations to the Banks County Sheriff’s Department, the Banks County Fire Department, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, Jackson County Rescue-911 and the Maysville Fire Department.

Tanger Outlets continues yearly Random Acts of Kindness tradition

by Thom ChandlerDecember 28, 2018December 28, 2018

Wells Fargo will pay $16.3 million to Georgians to resolve claims for alleged unfair and deceptive trade practices. The $16 million is part of a much larger settlement with several states totaling $575 million nation wide.

Georgia to get $16.3 million in settlement with Wells Fargo over fake account claims

by Thom ChandlerDecember 28, 2018March 17, 2019

On Sunday, December 23, 2018, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation was asked by the Johns Creek Police Department to investigate an officer involved shooting.

Crime

Johns Creek police officers shoot suspect who drove into patrol car

by Thom ChandlerDecember 27, 2018December 27, 2018

The Infinite Energy Center in Gwinnett County will be getting a $73 million upgrade soon.

Infinite Energy Center to get $73 million renovation

by Thom ChandlerDecember 26, 2018December 26, 2018

The Children’s Museum of Atlanta wants families to jumpstart 2019 with a new selection of January programs. Children will be able to build bubble wands on New Year’s Day, hear Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous speech and score big during special football themed events. Children of all ages can also explore the new feature exhibit Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures in Action, opening on January 19.

Here’s what’s happening at the Children’s Museum of Atlanta in January

by Thom ChandlerDecember 26, 2018September 24, 2023

The City of Sandy Springs, in partnership with the Sandy Springs Society and the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, is proud to present a recital by renowned artist Itzhak Perlman at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 16, 2019.

Sandy Springs to host Itzhak Perlman violin recital in February

by Thom ChandlerDecember 25, 2018September 24, 2023

On Sunday, December 23, 2018, the GBI was asked by the DeKalb County Police Department to investigate a shooting incident.

Crime

DeKalb police officer shot in friendly fire incident after hostage situation

by Thom ChandlerDecember 23, 2018March 17, 2019

On Saturday, December 22, 2018, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation was asked by the Atlanta Police Department to investigate an officer involved shooting.

Crime

GBI investigates shooting of 25-year-old during marijuana-related arrest

by Thom ChandlerDecember 23, 2018March 17, 2019

For many Georgia residents, decorating the home is a favorite part of the busy holiday season.

Tips and Knowledge

Is your home safe from fire this holiday season?

by Thom ChandlerDecember 21, 2018March 17, 2019

“Murderville,” a seven-episode crime podcast investigating a series of gruesome murders and a wrongful conviction in the small Georgia town of Adel, will be available on all podcast platforms starting Thursday, Dec. 20. Based on exclusive reporting by award-winning Intercept journalists Jordan Smith and Liliana Segura, this case is also being reported as a four-part feature series on The Intercept.

Crime

New podcast series, ‘Murderville,’ takes a hard look at rural Georgia justice

by Thom ChandlerDecember 18, 2018December 18, 2018

The Georgia Department of Education is awarding a total of $260,000 to rural school districts to help them expand the fine arts opportunities available to their students, State School Superintendent Richard Woods announced today.

Find out if your child’s school just got state funding for fine arts education

by Thom ChandlerDecember 18, 2018March 17, 2019

Georgia's Attorney General is urging consumers to be on guard this Holiday Season and not to fall prey to telemarketing and imposter phone scams.

Crime

Scam Alert: The Court of Appeals won’t call and ask you to pay a fine by phone

by Thom ChandlerDecember 17, 2018March 17, 2019

Gas prices in Georgia have declined for the ninth consecutive week, for a total discount of 62 cents. Gas prices averaged $2.18 per gallon on Sunday, 3.5 cents less than a week ago, about 32 cents less than last month, and 12 cents less than last year.

You weren’t imagining it. Gas is getting cheaper in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerDecember 17, 2018March 17, 2019

The Gwinnett County Police Department Robbery Unit needs your help identifying a man who is targeting a community in unincorporated Snellville.

Crime

Police search for suspect in multiple robberies and a sex act against an elderly woman

by Thom ChandlerDecember 14, 2018December 14, 2018

District 10 Atlanta City Council member Andrea L. Boone will sponsor a “Stuff the Bus” donation drive in partnership with National Church Residences Atlanta on Tuesday, Dec.18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Big Bethel Village at 500 Richard Allen Blvd. SW.

‘Stuff the Bus’ food drive to help seniors this Christmas

by Thom ChandlerDecember 14, 2018September 24, 2023

Earlier this year, the State of Georgia launched its participation in See Something, Send Something, a smartphone app that directs citizen concerns to local law enforcement. See Something, Send Something operates nationwide, allowing citizens to report suspicious activity and join in the fight against terrorism and criminal activity. The City of Avondale Estates is participating in this effort.

Crime

Avondale Estates among Georgia cities encouraging use of See Something, Send Something app

by Thom ChandlerDecember 13, 2018December 14, 2018

A boil water advisory is in effect for the following areas near Canton: Oakdale Community, Norton Lakes, Misty Hollow, Cottonwood Creek, Woodlands, Ivey Dr, Sunset, South McCollum, Alexander Ridge and Canterbury Ridge areas for residents, additionally impacting businesses and customers along Marietta Highway from Cherokee High.

Boil Water Advisory in effect for Canton

by Thom ChandlerDecember 13, 2018December 14, 2018