Somewhere between the self-checkout lanes that treat everyone like a criminal and the “smart” fridge that tells you how empty your life is, we decided to invite technology into every corner of our existence—even the corner gas station. Spoiler alert: it’s not going well. This week, I’d like to address a national crisis that’s flying […]
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Citizens’ Group Demands Resignation or Recall of Walton County Chairman Over Tax Hike
A grassroots citizens’ group in Walton County is escalating its fight against a nearly 20 percent property tax increase, calling for the resignation or recall of Commission Chairman David G. Thompson. The group, Walton in Action, announced plans for a rally outside the historic Walton County courthouse on Tuesday, September 2, at 5 p.m. ahead […]
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Family Dispute Turns Violent in Coweta County Shooting
A Saturday evening family dispute escalated into gunfire, leaving one person critically injured and sparking a major police response. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies were called to a home on August 30, 2025, after reports of a fight inside the residence. When officers arrived, the situation quickly turned dangerous: Deputies returned fire at the […]
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Two Georgians Win $150K as Powerball Jackpot Climbs to $1.1 Billion
Two players in Georgia struck it big Saturday night, each pulling in $150,000 from the Powerball drawing. The massive jackpot, however, continues to grow and now stands at $1.1 billion. What’s Happening: The winning numbers from the August 30 drawing were 3, 18, 22, 27, 33, with a red Powerball of 17. According to the […]
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Horoscope: September’s Celestial Influences Explained
Planetary Forecast 1. Saturn Retrogrades Back Into Pisces Saturn slides backward into sensitive Pisces on September 1, nudging us to revisit emotional boundaries, dream integrity, and spiritual structure. Think of it as the universe asking “What emotional habits need maturing before you move forward?” 2. Mercury Moves Into Virgo Mercury enters precise, detail-loving Virgo on […]
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Domestic Dispute Leaves 2 Dead in Gwinnett County
A domestic-related incident in Gwinnett County ended with two people dead Saturday afternoon, according to police. Just after 3 p.m., officers from the West Precinct responded to a report of a dispute near Global Forum Boulevard. When they arrived, they found two people who had died at the scene. The Gwinnett County Police Department says […]
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Georgia Special Agent Dies Suddenly
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is mourning the sudden loss of Special Agent Tracy Sands, a veteran officer remembered for his dedication, compassion, and lifelong commitment to protecting the people of Georgia. Sands’ death was announced Saturday, with tributes pouring in from state leaders and colleagues. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp called him “a great Georgian” […]
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Georgia Man Gets Sentence in Accidental Shooting Death of Teen
A 20-year-old man will spend weekends in jail after pleading guilty in the shooting death of a Bulloch County teenager. What’s Happening: Investigators say Adan Allen Keelin was handling a 9mm handgun last spring when it went off, killing 17-year-old Kelsey McDuffie. Deputies reported Keelin was showing McDuffie how to take the weapon apart and […]
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Judge Halts Fulton County Commissioners’ $10,000 Election Board Fine
(The Center Square) – Fulton County Judge David Emerson halted an order that would have fined Fulton County commissioners $10,000 a day until they approved two Republicans to the election board. The Fulton County Board of Commissioners notified the court that it is appealing the contempt order. The appeals notification prevents the court from enforcing the […]
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Cobb Court Chief Suspended
Cobb County’s top court clerk has been sidelined after being indicted on charges tied to tampering with public records. Governor Brian Kemp issued an executive order Friday (Aug. 29) suspending Connie Mae Taylor, Clerk of the Superior Court of Cobb County, from office effective immediately. The suspension will remain in place until the case is […]
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Gunfire, SWAT, and a Motel 6 Standoff in Glynn County
A late-night welfare check in Brunswick turned into a dangerous standoff after a man opened fire on police officers at a Motel 6, according to the Glynn County Police Department. What Happened When patrol officers arrived, they say 58-year-old David Kevin Griffis pulled a handgun and fired several shots at them. None of the officers […]
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Power Outages Hit Jackson After Early Morning Tree Fall
JACKSON — A large tree crashed across Franklin Street in Jackson early Saturday morning, taking down three utility poles and leaving some residents without electricity. City officials confirmed the damage around 8:45 a.m., noting that households near Red Devil Hill are the most likely to experience outages while repairs are underway. Police have blocked off […]
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A New Arena Will Replace The Macon Coliseum
Macon-Bibb leaders say a new arena is on the way, a move they believe will change how Central Georgia draws tourists and dollars. Officials expect the project to be finished in 2028. What’s Happening: The county has asked for design plans and will choose a team of architects and engineers in the coming weeks. The […]
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Family Violence in Warner Robins: 3 Dead
WARNER ROBINS — Three people are dead after a shooting early Saturday morning at the Bradford Place Apartments on Tom Chapman Boulevard. When Warner Robins Police officers arrived at the apartment complex, they found two people already dead from gunshot wounds. A third victim was rushed to a local hospital but later died from injuries. […]
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Labor Day Weekend Weather for Georgia
If you’re planning cookouts, fireworks, or lake days this Labor Day weekend, the weather looks pretty manageable—but don’t leave your umbrella too far from reach. The Forecast What This Means for Your Weekend Plans Safety Reminder If storms pop up, especially with lightning, move indoors until they pass. Most showers will be hit-or-miss and short-lived, […]
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Armed Shooter Reported at UGA Main Library: Police Suspect Hoax
Update 10:39 p.m.: UGA officials have given the all clear and have confirmed there is not an emergency on campus. The original article is below. The University of Georgia issued an emergency alert Friday night about a possible armed shooter at the Main Library on the Athens campus. Police now say evidence suggests the report […]
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Rabies Alert in Hall County: What We Know
Hall County officials have issued a rabies alert after a person came into contact with a rabid cat in the Gillsville area. The incident happened in the 4000 block of Campground Drive. The cat was tested at the Georgia Public Health Lab in Decatur, which confirmed the rabies diagnosis on Friday, August 29. Animal Control […]
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Labor Day Office Closures in Harris County
If you’ve got county business or garbage to toss, plan ahead. Harris County offices will take a day off for Labor Day on Monday, September 1. That includes: Everything reopens the next day, Tuesday, September 2. For residents with Monday trash pickup, your service is bumped one day later. Expect collection on Tuesday, September 2 […]
