Passengers rushed off an American Airlines flight at Augusta Regional Airport Tuesday after smoke appeared in the cabin. 🔥 Why It Matters: The evacuation came as visitors are coming into the city for Masters Tournament week, one of Augusta’s busiest times when thousands of golf fans flood the city. ✈️ What Happened: 🧳 For Travelers:
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Photos: Storms Rip Through Carroll County
Several roads across Carroll County were closed Monday following severe storms that swept through the area March 31. 🌳 What We Know: Trees fell on multiple homes on Cypress Circle and damaged several mobile homes on Memory Springs Drive. The storm knocked down trees on Highway 5 at multiple intersections including Reavesville Road, Old Columbus […]
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Georgia Woman Charged After Newborn Baby Found in Trash Bag on Porch
A Macon woman faces multiple charges after police say she abandoned her newborn son in a trash bag, leaving the infant outside for hours before he was discovered by chance. What We Know: Alaynah Marie Rappuhn, 22, was arrested April 1 after being released from Piedmont Macon Emergency Room. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s […]
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Cherokee County BBQ Joint Scores Failing Grade On Health Inspection
An Acworth barbecue restaurant received a failing health score after inspectors found multiple critical violations, including improper food temperatures and inadequate sanitization practices. 🚨 What We Know: Uncle C’s BBQ on Highway 92 scored 57 on its March 30 health inspection. The failing grade resulted from 21 separate violations, including 9 that inspectors considered critical […]
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Flock Safety Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Smyrna Bringing 210 Jobs
Flock Safety, a Georgia-based safety technology company, is opening a new manufacturing facility in Smyrna that will create 210 jobs over the next three years and represents a $10 million investment. The 97,000-square-foot facility will produce the company’s public safety tools, including Drone as First Responder technology, while also refurbishing damaged devices and assembling solar […]
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Professional warehouse cleaning – a necessity or an unnecessary expense?
In the face of everyday duties related to running a business, we too often forget about tasks that can have a positive impact on business processes in the long term. Warehouse cleaning services in Atlanta is one of these challenges. Why is it so important and how much can professional warehouse cleaning service in Atlanta make […]
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Georgia Libraries Face Deep Cuts Without Federal Support
The future of Chattahoochee Valley Libraries is in jeopardy, and local families could feel the impact first. ✂️ What We Know: A recent executive order threatens to eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services. That would strip the region’s public libraries of a critical funding stream. Without it, library officials say they will lose […]
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22-Year-Old Arrested For Setting Rome Area Wildfires Because She Was Mad at Her Dad
A 22-year-old woman faces felony charges after allegedly starting a wildfire that tore through nearly 200 acres in Floyd County last month. 🔥 Why It Matters: The March 23 fire threatened homes and property in the Armuchee area. 👮 What’s Happening: Floyd County Police arrested the woman Tuesday morning on two counts of first-degree arson, […]
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Savannah Opens Registration for 2025 Summer Camps
Savannah’s Recreation and Leisure Services Department is now accepting registrations for its 2025 summer camp programs for children ages 6-12. The city will offer both general and specialty camps designed to engage youth throughout the summer months. General Summer Camps will operate from May 27 to July 18 at ten community centers across Savannah. Each […]
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How to Dig Safely in Georgia
Georgia residents need to call 811 at least three business days before starting any digging project. This free service helps prevent dangerous accidents and costly repairs by marking underground utility lines. Last year, Georgia averaged nearly 52 incidents daily that damaged underground infrastructure. With ongoing growth across the state, safe digging practices have become more […]
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Delivery Driver Arrested with 50 Stolen Packages in Kennesaw
A routine traffic stop led to the discovery of dozens of stolen packages in a delivery driver’s car. Kennesaw police have charged 32-year-old Lashawn Crumble after finding nearly 50 packages that never made it to their rightful owners. 📦 Why It Matters: Residents expecting deliveries deserve to receive their packages safely. This case illustrates the […]
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Scam Alert: Amazon Scammers Target Georgia Residents
The Canton Police Department is warning residents about sophisticated Amazon-related scams circulating in the community, targeting shoppers with fraudulent messages about their accounts. What We Know: Scammers are contacting Canton residents through calls, texts, and emails claiming there are issues with Amazon Prime memberships or that accounts face imminent suspension. These criminals request payment information […]
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Social Security Officials Say No Georgia Offices Will Close
The Social Security Administration denies plans to close any field offices in Georgia, contradicting earlier reports that suggested five locations faced permanent shutdown. 🏢 What We Know: Acting Commissioner Lee Dudek says the agency hasn’t permanently closed or announced plans to close any local field offices since January 1. “SSA is committed to providing service […]
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What to Do if You See a Snake in Georgia
Spring has sprung in Georgia, and so have the snakes. As temperatures rise, these scaly neighbors are making house calls, leaving residents frantically Googling “Is that snake going to kill me?” while standing on kitchen chairs. 🐍 What We Know: Most snakes you’ll encounter are about as dangerous as your average garden hose. Daniel Sollenberger, […]
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Lilburn Community Garden Opens Bed Rentals for 2025 Growing Season
Gardeners in Lilburn now have the opportunity to grow their own plants as the Lilburn Community Garden announces bed rentals for the upcoming 2025 season. The garden offers raised beds with prices ranging from $35 to $75, based on size. Each rental includes soil, water access, and shared tools for gardeners. Interested residents can visit […]
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Woodstock Plans Touch-A-Truck Event and Open House for Georgia Cities Week
Woodstock residents can look forward to several community events during Georgia Cities Week, April 21-27, with a bonus event on April 28. The celebration includes a Touch-A-Truck event, city employee breakfast, and a Towne Hall Open House. The Touch-A-Truck event will take place on Monday, April 21, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on East […]
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Georgia Lawmaker Throws Block Party Celebrating Sine Die and 404 Day
Georgia Representative Eric Bell invites you to celebrate the end of political squabbling with food trucks, music, and the chance to shake hands with people who write laws for a living. 🎭 What We Know: Representative Eric Bell will host what he’s calling a “Sine Die block party” on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 1 […]
Posted inHealth
CDC Layoffs Hit Atlanta as Thousands Face Unemployment
Layoffs started. Atlanta-based CDC employees received pink slips Tuesday as the Trump administration began cutting thousands of federal health jobs. 🏥 Why It Matters: Atlanta residents working at the CDC now face unemployment during a major government restructuring that could impact the region’s economy and the nation’s ability to track diseases. 📋 What’s Happening: The […]
