Early County is mourning the loss of a dedicated public servant and family man. Trey Harrell, a member of the Early County Board of Education, died Saturday afternoon after a brief but devastating illness. He was surrounded by family at Emory Hospital in Atlanta when he died Friday. The Early County School System announced Harrell’s […]
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Man dies after being shot in a car in Claxton
A 48-year-old Claxton man died Friday from gunshot wounds after a shooting near Terrell Street on Wednesday night. What’s happening: The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into the death of Jonathan O’Neil Gaines, according to a GBI statement. Officers responded to a 911 call about shots fired near Terrell Street in Claxton on Feb. […]
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Villa Rica police shoot man who was chasing his wife down I-20 with a gun
Two Villa Rica police officers shot and killed a 52-year-old man on I-20 in Douglas County on February 13 after he exited his vehicle holding a firearm. What’s Happening: The GBI is investigating the shooting at the request of the Villa Rica Police Department. Jorge Narvaez of Carrollton was pronounced dead at the scene. His […]
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Georgia Weather Forecast: Rain begins tonight, heavy storms Sunday
Rain and thunderstorms will move through Georgia on Sunday with rainfall amounts between half an inch and 2 inches expected across the state. What’s Happening: North Georgia has mostly cloudy skies today with highs near 63 degrees. South Georgia has mostly sunny conditions with highs near 74 degrees. Rain showers will begin after 1am tonight […]
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Georgia Senate bill would eliminate income tax on the first $50,000 to $100,000 of income
The Republican-led state Senate adopted an historic income tax cut plan Thursday that Democrats decried as an election year ploy that would undermine the state budget. There was no official estimate of the cost of Senate Bill 476, which calls for no income tax on the first $50,000 in annual earnings by an individual and […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Interstate lanes near Savannah will close for a week starting Sunday
Interstate lanes at three interchanges in Chatham County will close intermittently from February 15 through February 21 for highway widening and bridge work. What’s Happening: GDOT will close lanes on I-16, I-95, and I-516 for the 16@95 Improvement Projects. I-16 westbound will have daytime closures 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and I-16 eastbound will close […]
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Woman run over after argument at Cobb Parkway gas station
A woman was run over by a car in a gas station parking lot off of Cobb Parkway. She suffered head trauma, deep lacerations, and extensive leg damage. What’s Happening: Chelsea Pruitt was struck by a vehicle in a gas station parking lot after an argument. A GoFundMe campaign is raising money for her medical […]
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Car burns in Northside Hospital-Cherokee parking deck
A vehicle burned in the parking deck at Northside Hospital-Cherokee Friday morning. No one was injured. What’s Happening: Firefighters responded to a vehicle fire in the hospital parking deck. When crews arrived, the vehicle was heavily in flames. They deployed hose lines and knocked down the flames. What’s Important: The fire was contained to the […]
Posted inEconomy
Inflation dropped in January. Here’s a look behind the numbers
Inflation fell to 2.4% in January from 2.7% in December, reaching nearly a five-year low. What’s Happening: Gas prices fell 3.2% last month while apartment rental price growth slowed. Grocery prices increased 0.2% in January and are up 2.1% from a year ago. What’s Important: Consumer prices remain about 25% higher than they were five […]
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Twiggs County schools announce cuts to address deficit
Twiggs County Public Schools is cutting central office costs and personnel to address a financial deficit that developed over several years. What’s Happening: Interim Superintendent Bacon disclosed the deficit to stakeholders this week. The district announced a four-prong stabilization plan with details on its website. What’s Important: The district is starting cuts at the top […]