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Posted inCrime

Georgia Man Drowns in Lake After Fleeing Traffic Stop

by B.T. ClarkApril 13, 2025April 13, 2025

A man died early Sunday morning after fleeing from deputies and entering Salem Lake in Rockdale County, according to the Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office. What We Know: Deputies tried to stop a vehicle around 2:35 a.m. near Old Salem Road and Underwood Road, just east of Conyers. The driver got out and ran. During the […]

Cheryl Garcia is a retired nurse practitioner. She says since the fire at the BioLab facility in September, she sounds different.
Posted inHealth

Residents Still Face Health Issues Months after BioLab Fire in Conyers

by Pamela Kirkland | GPBDecember 21, 2024December 21, 2024
A two-day search in Coweta County ended peacefully Friday night when authorities arrested a 51-year-old man suspected of shooting at officers earlier in the week.
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Coweta County Suspect Caught After Two-Day Search

by B.T. ClarkDecember 21, 2024December 21, 2024
The University of Georgia Alumni Association released the 2025 Bulldog 100, a list of the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UGA graduates. The program, organized by the Division of Development & Alumni Relations, celebrates 15 years of honoring alumni and their entrepreneurial endeavors.
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Top 100 UGA Alumni Businesses of 2025 Revealed

by Rachel Andrews | UGA TodayDecember 11, 2024December 11, 2024
The massive chemical fire at BioLab in September didn’t just send plumes of toxic smoke into the air—it left a community grappling with health issues, environmental fears, and demands for justice. Now, residents in Conyers are calling for the plant’s closure, saying enough is enough.
Posted inYour Government

Toxic Fallout: Conyers Residents Want BioLab Gone

by B.T. ClarkDecember 4, 2024December 4, 2024
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Street Racing Leads to Georgia State Trooper Injury and Gunfire

by B.T. ClarkDecember 1, 2024December 1, 2024
The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has released new details about the Sept. 29, 2024, chemical fire at the BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia. The fire, which started in a storage warehouse containing pool chlorinating agents, resulted in widespread evacuations, road closures, and environmental monitoring.
Posted inIn The News

New Details Released About BioLab Fire in Conyers

by B.T. ClarkNovember 25, 2024November 25, 2024
Rockdale Missing Person Alert: Chloe Leigh Cooper
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Rockdale Missing Person Alert: Chloe Leigh Cooper

by Thom ChandlerOctober 24, 2024
Rockdale County, led by Commissioner Sherri Washington, plans to sue BioLab following a chemical explosion that forced evacuations. The lawsuit seeks to declare BioLab a public nuisance, hold it accountable for damages, and potentially shut it down due to ongoing health concerns and inadequate local support for residents.
Posted inHealth

Rockdale County is Suing BioLab and Wants Them Shut Down

by Thom ChandlerOctober 21, 2024October 21, 2024
Residents of Rockdale County can now return to normal life after the shelter-in-place order was lifted on October 17 due to a chemical release at BioLab's facility. The EPA confirmed air quality is safe, and emergency response operations have ceased, although cleanup under state supervision will continue for affected areas.
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Is The Air Quality Safe in Conyers?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 18, 2024October 18, 2024
A Community Assistance Center has been established for residents and business owners affected by the BioLab fire in Conyers. Open Monday to Saturday, the center provides support, claims assistance, and resources. Ongoing air monitoring continues, and free debris removal is offered. A 24/7 hotline and online portal are also available for help.
Posted inHealth

Community Assistance Center Opens for Conyers Residents Affected by BioLab Fire

by Thom ChandlerOctober 15, 2024October 15, 2024
Schools in Decatur and Rockdale County are adjusting plans as the chemical plume from a BioLab fire in Conyers lingers. Decatur schools are moving activities indoors, while Rockdale schools will switch to remote learning for part of next week.
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Chemical Plume from BioLab Fire Continues to Disrupt Schools and Businesses in Conyers

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2024October 4, 2024
Residents of Conyers remain uncertain as cleanup efforts drag on after a chemical fire at a BioLab facility in Rockdale County. The fire, sparked by a chlorine-related chemical reaction, has raised significant health and safety concerns, with officials yet to offer a clear timeline for the site’s remediation.
Posted inIn The News

No Timetable for Cleanup After Chemical Fire at Conyers BioLab

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2024October 3, 2024
Rockdale County has released yet another update regarding the ongoing BioLab fire, but rather than bringing clarity, it seems to be leaving residents even more confused. The county’s advisory, issued late last night, asks residents to shelter in place—but only if the fire's plume drifts into their vicinity or if they detect a “strong odor of chlorine.”
Posted inHealth

Shelter-in-Place Back on in Rockdale County – Sort of

by Thom ChandlerOctober 1, 2024October 1, 2024
Following the devastating fire at the BioLab facility in Conyers, Rockdale County has lifted its shelter-in-place advisory as of September 30. Residents were initially advised to stay indoors due to air quality concerns, with the EPA monitoring for harmful chemicals, notably chlorine gas, which was detected during the early stages of the fire. However, recent updates indicate that air quality levels are now well below harmful action levels, and the situation is deemed safe for the public.
Posted inHealth

Shelter-in-Place Lifted in Rockdale County After BioLab Fire

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 30, 2024September 30, 2024
A fire at the BioLab facility in Conyers has led to the evacuation of 17,000 residents, sparking a wave of concern about toxic exposure. In response, a Change.org petition calling for the permanent closure of the facility is quickly gaining support. Launched by local resident Shelly Thompson, the petition has gathered over 850 signatures in less than 24 hours, reflecting growing fears in the community.
Posted inHealth

Conyers Residents Rally Against BioLab After Devastating Fire

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 30, 2024September 30, 2024
The Details: The air quality concerns stem from an incident at BioLab, where chlorine gas, a harmful irritant, was detected by EPA and EPD air quality surveys. However, BioLab has yet to release any information on the chemicals involved, leaving the public reliant on EPA reports to understand the full extent of the risk instead of information from BioLab on which chemicals they know were involved.
Posted inIn The News

We Finally Know What Chemicals Are in the Air in Rockdale After BioLab Fire

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 30, 2024September 30, 2024
Update: All residents of Rockdale County are under a shelter-in-place order. County officials are asking residents to remain inside with the windows closed.
Posted inIn The News

Bio Lab Fire in Conyers: Evacuation Ordered

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 29, 2024September 29, 2024

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