A new app created by a 16-year-old Georgia resident could make eating at restaurants easier and less stressful for food allergy sufferers. In the United States, food allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness, and it is estimated that over 15 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.9 million children under age 18. […]
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Streaming giant Pandora will kick off the Super Bowl in Atlanta with Zac Brown and others
Pandora makes its first down of the year in Atlanta on Jan. 31 at the Bud Light Dive Bar at The Tabernacle with a free concert to kick off the weekend of The Big Game. The largest streaming music provider in the U.S. is proud to present hometown favorites, Zac Brown Band as part of their […]
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Brian Kemp pledges unity in inaugural address
Brian Kemp is now officially Georgia’s 83rd governor. He was inaugurated at 2 p.m. Monday and kicked off his term as governor with a pledge to unify the state. After a contentious election campaign against democrat Stacey Abrams, Kemp used his inaugural address — his first opportunity to speak to all Georgians since the election […]
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Real Time Coverage: Brian Kemp’s inauguration as Georgia Governor
Brian Kemp will be sworn in as Georgia’s 83rd governor today and it is the first day of business for 2019 under the Gold Dome for the state legislature. Kemp is set to be sworn in at 2 p.m. We will have real time coverage of the inauguration and highlights from the first day of […]
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Dunwoody plans day of service to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
The City of Dunwoody, in partnership with the Dunwoody-Atlanta Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., is planning Dunwoody’s MLK Jr. Day of Service, an event open to all ages. The mission is to give back to the community. Sign up for an opportunity to participate by visiting the Dunwoody Parks Registration Portal. Opportunities include: planting […]
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DeKalb County’s library system is the best in Georgia
The Georgia Public Library Service has named the DeKalb County Public Library as Georgia’s Public Library of the Year. DeKalb was recognized for offering public programming that embraces the county’s diverse community. “DeKalb County is extremely proud of our public library system and the critical role it plays in promoting lifelong learning,” said CEO Michael […]
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Jewel thief steals more than $14,000 in merchandise while employee is distracted
Gwinnett Police need your help identifying a jewel thief. On December 29, 2018 the suspect entered SR Jewelers at 2100 Pleasant Hill Road in unincorporated Duluth. An employee was helping three other individuals and her view of one side of the store was blocked. During that time police say the suspect came in and was […]
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What Georgians Are Reading This Week: Health care outlooks, Electric Cowboys and UGA Football
Georgia’s Health Outlook for 2019: The state legislature will begin a new week of setting state policies and introducing new laws next week. One of the top issues of concern to most Georgians is how lawmakers will shape health care throughout the state, and in particular what the legislature will do to help solve the state’s rural health […]
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Here’s how you can land a job at Six Flags this year
Looking for a fun job in a team environment? Six Flags Over Georgia is seeking to hire 3,000 hard-working and enthusiastic for the 2019 season, beginning on March 9. Six Flags offers a wide variety of positions from entry level to seasonal management. Jobs at Six Flags Over Georgia provides team members many benefits […]
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Georgia Gwinnett College president retires early. An interim president has been named
Georgia Gwinnett College President Stanley C. “Stas” Preczewski, who previously announced his retirement last year, has decided to depart effective Jan. 11. He has accepted a new role leading Riverside Military Academy. Preczewski has served as president of GGC since 2014. “On behalf of the Board of Regents and the entire University System of Georgia, […]