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Traffic & Transportation

Georgia 400 lane closures set for next week in Fulton and Forsyth counties

by B.T. ClarkMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026

How to throw a perfect Masters golf viewing party

by Special to The Georgia SunMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026

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Local

Remains discovered in Seminole County in 1976 finally identified

by B.T. ClarkMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026

Georgia drought update for March 17, 2026, shows the majority of north and central Georgia in moderate (D1) or severe drought (D2). Extreme drought (D3) is present in northeast, west-central, and southeast areas. Expansion of drought conditions is likely in the coming weeks due to a dry forecast. The map highlights drought intensity with colors: yellow for abnormally dry, tan for moderate drought, orange for severe drought, red for extreme drought, and dark red for exceptional drought. The southern part of Georgia shows extensive extreme and exceptional drought conditions.

Drought Report: Georgia is still bone dry and not getting any better

by B.T. ClarkMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026

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Crime

JROTC teacher arrested for sending obscene materials to minors

by B.T. ClarkMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026

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Crime

Georgia man arrested for 1986 serial rape cases that terrorized Lawrenceville

by B.T. ClarkMarch 20, 2026March 20, 2026

White Barton County sheriff's patrol car with "911" and sheriff insignia on the rear side, black wheels, and a blue emergency light on the roof, parked on a paved surface under a clear blue sky.

Crime

Bartow deputies kill Canton man who pointed gun at officers

by B.T. ClarkMarch 19, 2026March 19, 2026

Gas pump with a digital display at a fuel station, overlaid with a large red stamp reading "TAX SUSPENDED.

Georgia will suspend gas tax for 60 days in response to Iran war price surge

by Ty Tagami | Capitol BeatMarch 19, 2026March 19, 2026

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Crime

Taylor County man arrested on 5 child molestation charges

by B.T. ClarkMarch 19, 2026March 19, 2026

A comic-style scene inside a bus shows a wild-eyed man with sharp teeth and long nails lunging aggressively, shouting "I'M GONNA BITE YOU!!!" and "NOM! NOM! NOM!" A frightened man in a blue cap and red jacket reacts with a terrified "AAAHH!!" Two other passengers in the background look on with alarm. The bus has a sign reading "marta" with colored stripes above the door.

Man bites stranger on MARTA train, Presumably skips breakfast

by B.T. ClarkMarch 19, 2026March 19, 2026