Hundreds of people will run through Atlanta in their underwear on February 21 to raise money for research into neurofibromatosis, a genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves. What’s Happening: The event is called Cupid’s Undie Run. Participants run about one mile wearing only underwear. The Children’s Tumor Foundation organizes the run to […]
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2 Richmond County Schools Earn National Honor Roll Recognition
A.R. Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet and John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet schools were named to the College Board’s 2024-2025 Advanced Placement School Honor Roll on Jan. 9. The recognition identifies schools whose Advanced Placement programs deliver strong results and expand college readiness. What’s Important: Davidson Fine Arts earned Platinum status — the […]
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Georgia College Students Walk Out in ICE Protest
Around 300 Georgia Tech students walked out of classes at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Jan. 20 to protest ICE and President Donald Trump’s immigration policies on the anniversary of his second inauguration. What’s Happening: The Georgia Tech protest was one of over 70 peaceful nationwide walkouts. Students gathered at the edge of the Tech Green on […]
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Gwinnett Police Arrested 26 People For DUI on New Year’s Eve
Gwinnett County Police arrested 26 drivers for DUI during a New Year’s Eve enforcement detail that resulted in 176 traffic stops and 242 citations. What’s Happening: Officers conducted the detail on New Year’s Eve focused on traffic safety. The enforcement resulted in 242 total citations, including 68 for speeding. What’s Important: No fatality or serious […]
Posted inWeather
Where Will Ice and Snow Hit Georgia Hardest This Weekend?
The National Weather Service in Atlanta has warned that a major winter storm will move through the Eastern United States this weekend, bringing ice and snow to Georgia. What’s Happening: A winter storm system will cross the Eastern U.S. over the weekend. The National Weather Service Atlanta office forecasts ice and snow impacts in north […]
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Rome Area Man Shot in Leg as He Drove Away From Park Avenue Home
An 18-year-old Rome area man is behind bars after allegedly opening fire on someone trying to leave a Park Avenue residence Monday night. Jacob Jamel Richmond now faces aggravated assault and terroristic threats charges in connection with the shooting that left one person injured. What Happened: Police say the trouble started when the victim was […]
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Walker County Election Office and Precinct Move to Old Family Dollar Location
The Walker County Elections and Registration Office is moving to a renovated building on South Main Street in LaFayette, and voters assigned to the LaFayette Precinct will cast their ballots at the new location for all future elections. What’s Happening: The Elections Office is leaving the Walker County Courthouse and relocating to 311 S. Main […]
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Who is To Blame For Health Subsidies Expiring in Georgia?
Georgia Democrats blamed Republican U.S. Senate candidates for the expiration of Affordable Care Act health insurance subsidies Tuesday, an opening 2026 salvo in the critical Senate race. The Democratic attack targeted the three Republicans in the race — U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and former football coach Derek Dooley — for opposing […]
