DALLAS — A Paulding County man was shot Tuesday night after he heard an unusual noise outside his house and went outside to investigate. The shooting occurred outside a home on Smith Ferguson Road in Dallas. Police responded to a 911 call to find the homeowner who had been shot in the shoulder. Not knowing […]
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U.S. House votes to give Georgia’s confederate statue the boot
The U.S. House voted Tuesday to remove a statue of former Georgia governor Alexander Hamilton Stephens from Statuary Hall at the Capitol, as well as evict stone monuments to other men who fought for the Confederacy or served in its government. Also flagged for removal is a bust of 19th century Supreme Court Chief Justice […]
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Here are the new laws going into effect July 1
The controversial election bill the Republican-controlled General Assembly passed in March garnered the most publicity by far of anything lawmakers did during this year’s session. But the legislature approved a host of other bills during 40 days under the Gold Dome covering a variety of issues that, like the election measure, take effect on Thursday. […]
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What does Georgia law say about four wheelers and golf carts?
In the summer months, many Georgians like to take to golf carts and four wheelers for transportation or recreation. The Camden County Sheriff’s Department among others in Georgia reports it has received a number of reports of violations involving these recreational vehicles lately. So, what does Georgia law have to say about operating ATVs, UTVs […]
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Expect a rainy day in North Georgia today
The weak remnants of Tropical Storm Danny will continue to move west across northern portions of the state through this afternoon. Scattered to numerous showers and a few thunderstorms can be expected into this evening. Isolated storms could become strong with locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Localized flooding will be the primary hazard this […]
Posted inCrime
Georgia man found guilty of dog fighting
A federal jury has convicted a South Georgia resident on charges stemming from a dog-fighting operation. Kizzy Solomon, 44, of Camilla, was found guilty last week of 15 counts of aiding and abetting the possession and training of dogs for purposes of animal fighting following a two-day trial. Solomon is facing a maximum of five […]
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Here’s how the hot housing market is affecting your taxes
The hot housing market is impacting property values nationwide, and is being felt throughout Georgia. Recently, mailed assessment notices show a substantial increase in value for many property owners in Walker County. “Numerous people are moving into the area from California, New Jersey and Texas,” according to Terry Gilreath, Chief Appraiser. “People are paying more […]
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A tropical depression is about to dump rain on north and central Georgia
Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and into tonight, mainly over north and east central Georgia. According to the National Weather Service, low pressure east of the Georgia and Florida coasts may develop into a tropical system as it moves west into south and central Georgia bringing areas of very heavy […]
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Georgia firefighter dies in boating accident
The Gainesville Fire Department confirmed yesterday that firefighter Chandler Patterson died over the weekend in a boating accident. Chandler died after a boating accident on Lake Tugaloo Saturday evening, while spending time off with his family and friends. Chandler had been with the Gainesville Fire Department since June 2019. He was 27-years old. “Chandler was […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Traffic improvements near Perimeter Mall could ease commute times
Two transportation projects designed to improve traffic flow in the Perimeter Market near I-285 were recently completed, according to the Central DeKalb Perimeter Improvement District. In February, the PCID Board approved $268,400 in funding for the projects, located in Dunwoody and Brookhaven. Construction began in March. “The PCIDs are thankful for the always-positive working relationships with […]