Severe weather is expected to hit parts of North and Central Georgia today, according to a statement released by the National Weather Service. An enhanced risk for severe thunderstorms has been issued for far Northwest Georgia, while a slight risk is in effect for the remainder of North and Central Georgia. The severe weather is […]
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All Bets Are Off: Georgia lawmakers reject sports betting
The state Senate soundly rejected legislation Thursday to legalize sports betting in Georgia. Senate Bill 57 was defeated 37-19, as senators opposed to gambling joined forces with those who believe legalizing sports betting requires a constitutional amendment. The bill’s supporters argued it would not require a constitutional change because it would not legalize either casinos […]
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Wing and Rock Festival 2023 comes to Canton later this month.
The annual two-day Wing and Rock Festival is set to take place on March 25 and 26 at Etowah River Park in Canton. Festival-goers can indulge in the region’s best-tasting chicken wings from over 20 restaurants and food trucks, with more than 60 flavors to choose from. Voted one of the Top 10 Food Festivals […]
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Georgia Detention Officer Captain accused of sexually assaulting an inmate
A captain of the Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office was arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation for the alleged sexual assault of an inmate. Thomas Earl “Buster” King, aged 57, turned himself in to the Wilkinson County Sheriff’s Office Detention Center after being charged with two counts of sexual contact with an employee or agent, […]
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The Buckhead Coalition is against Buckhead cityhood. Here’s why
The Gist: The Buckhead Coalition, a non-profit organization in Buckhead, Atlanta, has issued a letter urging opposition to Senate Bill 59, which would pave the way for a vote on Buckhead cityhood. The proposed legislation would allow residents of Buckhead to decide whether they want to form a new city separate from Atlanta. The Issue: […]
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16-year-old killed in Lawrenceville
Police responded to a missing persons call on Paden Mill Trail at about 1:05 p.m. Wednesday. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered the body of a 16-year-old boy located behind the house with a gunshot wound. The victim’s identity is being withheld until family members have been notified. Gwinnett Police Homicide Detectives are currently […]
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Georgia lawmakers just voted to make rioting a felony. Here’s what you need to know
Legislation elevating the crime of rioting from a misdemeanor to a felony cleared the Republican-controlled Georgia House of Representatives Wednesday. House Bill 505 passed 98-73 along party lines and now moves to the state Senate. The bill’s supporters cited violent protests last month around Atlanta’s proposed Police Training Center – derided by critics as “Cop […]
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What will happen to Gwinnett Place Mall?
The Gist: Gwinnett Place Mall’s revitalization strategy was adopted by the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners this week. The strategy focuses on housing, mobility, and greenspace and follows two extensive studies of the mall and its potential redevelopment. The Plan: The Equitable Redevelopment Plan to Reclaim Gwinnett Place Mall was created through a series of […]
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Flashback: Wild West showdown in Roswell
This month we will look at a normal event that turned into a wild west showdown in Roswell in 1983. It started with comments from a city council member that got residents up in arms and ended with a showdown at City Hall. First, let’s travel back in time and see what life was like […]
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DeKalb County set to demolish two blighted properties
DeKalb County will demolish two blighted properties in the next week. The first demolition will take place on Friday at 10 a.m. at 1805-1811 Whitehall Forest Court in Atlanta. The second demolition will take place on Monday at 10 a.m. at 4083 Old River Road in Ellenwood. The demolition is part of the county’s ongoing […]