For Scotty Raines, the best part of farming is watching the fruits of his labor — witnessing those tiny seeds crack through the ground, bursting with life. Awe and dedication have paid off for Raines, who was just recognized with the title of 2022 Georgia Farmer of the Year by the Georgia Agribusiness Council. “I […]
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How much do delivery drivers in Georgia make?
Working as a delivery driver can take many forms. Those who prefer rural areas can choose to work picking up crops from farms and taking them to markets around their states and beyond their borders. Drivers who live in the suburbs can work for a delivery service that primarily delivers packages to companies and people’s […]
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Bibb County inmate escapes from hospital
While using the restroom, officials say the inmate climbed through the ceiling and made his way to an adjacent hallway.
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Zoo Atlanta’s female giant tortoise, Patches, has died
Zoo Atlanta announced Saturday the death of Patches, a female Aldabra giant tortoise.
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How does Georgia’s homeless rate compare to the rest of the country?
In Georgia, an estimated 10,234 people are experiencing homelessness – or about 9.6 for every 10,000 people, the 20th lowest homeless rate among states.
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Kidnapped Georgia 4-year-old found safe
UPDATE: Agents from the Haralson Paulding Drug Task Force along with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office located the child and the mother in Douglas County. The child is safe. Anitritte Boyd has been arrested for Aggravated Assault and Possession Of Firearm by Convicted Felon. This is still an active and ongoing investigation. The original story […]
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Bibb County Waffle House employee shot during armed robbery
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery and aggravated assault that occurred on Friday morning at about 1:24 a.m. at the Waffle House at 3907 Arkwright Road in Bibb County. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, the suspects, described as two young black males, entered the restaurant through the back door armed […]
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Contest: Do you have the cutest pet in Georgia?
Because One Matters, a Gwinnett County nonprofit dedicated to supporting foster children and young adults, is hosting a Cutest Pet (Cats & Dogs) contest/fundraiser through Feb. 18. This is a virtual fundraiser and 100% of the proceeds will go towards Because One vision of providing hope, dignity, empowerment, mentorship, and economic opportunity to foster children […]
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Politicians or Educators: Who gets to decide what your child learns in school?
While Republicans and Democrats in the General Assembly tangle over guns, noncitizen voting and Medicaid expansion, education could become the most highly charged issue of the election-year session that began last month. GOP Gov. Brian Kemp set the tone during his State of the State address, promising to wade into in an aspect of education […]
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How to get a community garden plot in Gwinnett County
Dreaming of vine-ripe tomatoes and fresh green veggies? Now is the time to stake your claim at any of Harvest Gwinnett’s nine Community Gardens. The cost is $35 per year for a 4-foot by 8-foot raised platform garden plot. Gardeners of all skill levels are invited to apply for the 2022 to 2023 growing year. […]