(The Center Square) – The Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science & Technology, where the average SAT score is 1370, was ranked the best public high school in Georgia, according to a review of school data by the website 24/7 Wall St. The school has an enrollment of 1,098 students and its average graduation rate stood at […]
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To avoid spreading coronavirus, some holiday traditions will change
As the holiday season arrives, the traditional images of loved ones crowded around a dinner table groaning under the weight of the holiday feast may look a little different this year: The recent surge in COVID-19 cases has prompted rising fears that holiday gatherings may accelerate the spread of the virus. The Centers for Disease […]
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DeKalb County tree lighting to continue despite coronavirus
DECATUR — DeKalb County’s tree lighting event will continue despite the COVID-19 pandemic, but will be socially distanced. DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson will host the 13th annual tree lighting event, Tuesday, December 1 at 6:30 p.m. at Porter Sanford, III Performing Arts and Community Center. This year due to COVID-19, the event will be […]
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Two dead in fatal Macon crash
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal two vehicle collision that occurred on the Sardis Church Road extension near Walden Road. The incident took place at 6:34 p.m. Tuesday. According to the sheriff’s office, a 2012 Nissan Altima driven by 43-year old Anthony Bailey was traveling westbound on Sardis Church Road. Officers say […]
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Four republican state senators call for special session on Georgia elections
The Gist: Four republican lawmakers are calling for a special session of the state legislature to address “structural issues” with the state’s voting system prior to the Jan. 5 Senate runoff election. The Players: The four state senators are Greg Dolezal of Cumming, William Ligon of Brunswick, Brandon Beach of Alpharetta, and Burt Jones of […]
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Here’s how holiday shopping will be different this year
Black Friday this year marks the start of what could be a difficult holiday season for many Georgians. Tens of thousands of workers continue to struggle to find jobs after COVID-19 decimated retail businesses. One third of holiday shoppers are in a worse financial shape than last year, according to consulting firm Deloitte, and two […]
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DeKalb County will send a coronavirus alert to phones tomorrow
Residents and travelers in DeKalb County can expect a phone alert tomorrow just head of Thanksgiving to remind them to stay safe while celebrating the holiday. DeKalb County will activate the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s warning system on Wednesday, to encourage residents and visitors to follow COVID-19 protocols while celebrating Thanksgiving. “Do not allow our […]