Crews with the Tifton Fire Department will begin flushing and inspecting fire hydrants next week—a routine process that could briefly turn your tap water cloudy or rusty. Why It Matters: Fire hydrant testing helps ensure firefighters can access enough water in emergencies. It’s also how the city finds and fixes hidden problems in the system—before […]
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Could a Democrat Win a State Senate Seat in Cherokee County?
Seven candidates are vying to replace former state Sen. Brandon Beach as the lawmaker representing a northern Atlanta suburban district in the Georgia Senate. Early voting concluded Friday in the district, which covers much of Cherokee County and extends into north Fulton County, and just under 12,000 voters have already cast a ballot for a […]
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Kemp Sends Georgia National Guard Out to Help ICE
The Georgia National Guard will deploy about 75 soldiers and airmen to help support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations across the state, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday. The request to support ICE in Georgia is not related to President Donald Trump’s recent decision to deploy National Guard troops in Washington, D.C. Kemp also […]
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Decatur Man Gets 9 Life Sentences for 2 Home Invasion Rapes
A Decatur man was sentenced to nine life sentences Monday after pleading guilty to raping two women during separate armed home invasions in Lithonia and Stone Mountain. What We Know: Nathan Leon Mullins admitted to charges including rape, aggravated sodomy, armed robbery, home invasion, aggravated assault, and firearm possession in two cases. In June 2019, […]
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Planning for Life After High School: Tips and Resources for Success
The transition from high school to the next chapter of life is a pivotal period for many young adults. Exploring future career options, obtaining further education, and gaining work experience are all crucial steps on this journey. Making informed decisions during these formative years can set the foundation for a successful career and personal life. […]
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Here Are The Candidates Running For Office in Roswell
After months of public pushback over transparency, development, and the future of one of Roswell’s most historic landmarks, voters are preparing to make their voices heard. Qualifying is now closed for the city’s November 4th election, and the ballot is set. At stake: the mayor’s seat and three city council posts. Every race is contested […]
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If You Want To Keep Filing Your Taxes For Free, You Need to Take This Survey
The IRS wants to hear from you on how you file your taxes. The agency opened a short, anonymous survey that could shape the future of free tax filing. It closes Sept. 5, 2025. Why It Matters: Your answers will help the Treasury Department write a report to Congress that could decide what free options […]
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Parker’s Kitchen Donates $360,000 to Help Injured Veterans in Georgia
A $360,000 donation from Parker’s Kitchen will support veterans living with injuries in Georgia and South Carolina. The money was raised through a customer round-up campaign and a 25 percent match from the company. Wounded Warrior Project Chief Executive Officer Walt Piatt accepted the donation during a check presentation at the Parker’s Kitchen headquarters in […]
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Georgia National Fair Tickets Drop to $10 in Flash Sale
The Georgia National Fair is offering a 36-hour flash sale on tickets, cutting prices to $10 until 9 p.m. Tuesday. What’s Happening: Catch Up Quick: The Georgia National Fair runs October 2 through October 12 at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter in Perry. The lineup this year includes concerts from The Fray, Shenandoah, and […]
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Do Republicans Really Support IVF?
Republican support for in vitro fertilization, after surging in the wake of a 2024 Alabama Supreme Court decision that threatened the procedure, may be splintering as President Donald Trump retreats from his IVF promises and more far-right voices gain ground. Earlier this year, conservatives in the Tennessee House staged an eleventh-hour skirmish over an IVF […]
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Georgians Are Drinking Less Alcohol
A new study on behalf of Trace One has identified which U.S. states are seeing the largest decline in alcohol use. Alcohol consumption in the United States has shifted noticeably in recent years, with a growing share of adults choosing to drink less—or not at all. Public health experts point to a combination of factors […]
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Georgia Bank Teller Accused of Stealing Money from Customers
A Cedartown bank teller is facing felony charges after police say she pocketed money from customer transactions at Colony Bank. Why It Matters: Residents want to trust that when they hand cash to a teller, it ends up where it should. Cases like this test that trust and raise questions about oversight at local banks. […]
Posted inEconomy
Gas Price Update: Georgia Drivers Get a Break Before Labor Day
Gas prices across Georgia ticked down just a bit this week, offering drivers a modest break before the long Labor Day weekend. What’s Happening: The average price for regular gas in Georgia is now $2.89 a gallon. That’s 2 cents less than last week and 26 cents cheaper than this time last year. For anyone […]
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Parenting Horror Stories: Rotten Fruit, Diaper Disasters, and Life Lessons
At the end of a recent hotel stay — the kind where you’re supposed to come home rested and rejuvenated — we climbed into our car and were instantly greeted by a smell that can only be described as “rotting fruit meets hot garbage in a sauna.” It was not the sort of scent that […]
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Road Rage Shooting in Atlanta Saturday Night: What We Know
A 25-year-old woman was shot late Saturday night in a possible road rage incident on Joseph E. Boone Boulevard in northwest Atlanta, police said. What We Know: Atlanta police said officers responded at about 11:21 p.m. Saturday, August 23, to a report of a person shot near 1257 Joseph E. Boone Blvd. NW. They found […]
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Drowning Under Investigation After Boat Accident at Georgia Lake
Deputies and rescue crews are responding to a reported drowning Sunday afternoon on Hamburg State Park Road in Washington County. Emergency efforts are still underway as of early afternoon. What’s Happening: Deputies, Washington County Emergency Management, Rescue, and Fire Services were called to the 4900 block of Hamburg State Park Road for a boating incident. […]
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Georgia Weather: August Will End on a Cool Note
Georgia gets a break from the sweat. Highs stay several degrees below normal through the last week of August, say forecasters. What It Means For You: Friendlier afternoons, cooler mornings, and a small break on your power bill. Enjoy the breeze now; the heat can and often does bounce back in September. What’s Happening: A […]
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Own a Piece of History: Here’s Some Merch With the Old Cracker Barrel Logo
Unless you’ve been living under a rock — or possibly in a barrel, you know that Cracker Barrel decided to “modernize” its branding by ditching the well-worn image of a man (affectionately known as Uncle Herschel or “Old Timer”) leaning on a barrel. In its place: just the company’s name in a minimalist, text-only logo set […]
