From a distance, it might look like any other ant. But the Asian needle ant is unique, and you won’t see them marching in a line up a tree. According to University of Georgia Orkin Entomologist Dr. Dan Suiter, these ants travel alone, and they have a venomous bite that can result in a simple […]
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Thunderstorms Continue in Georgia Tonight
A powerful cold front will sweep across north and central Georgia this evening, bringing thunderstorms and potentially severe weather to the region. 🌧️ What We Know: The main line of rain and thunderstorms will move through the area tonight. Residents should prepare for changing weather conditions as the system approaches. Light rain showers and isolated […]
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Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation at Savannah Airport
A bomb threat triggered a full evacuation of Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport Saturday afternoon, halting operations and rerouting traffic as authorities responded to the security threat. What We Know: Airport officials evacuated the terminal building around midday on May 3rd, directing all passengers to proceed to parking garage areas for safety. The airport announced the […]
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Georgia Workers Unite: May Day Rally at State Capitol
Hundreds of workers and union members from around the state gathered at the Georgia state Capitol on Thursday for a May Day labor rally. The event was part of a national day of labor organizing. The rally began with a variety of speakers from farm laborers to baristas to teachers all stressing the importance of […]
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16 New Transportation Projects Proposed for I-85 Corridor in Gwinnett
Georgia transportation officials have identified 16 potential projects to improve travel along the I-85 corridor between I-285 and I-985. The Georgia Department of Transportation and Gwinnett County are now seeking public input on these recommendations at upcoming community meetings. The projects aim to improve safety and traffic flow, help commercial vehicles, explore public transit options, […]
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New Mexican Grill Spices Up Perry Shopping Center
Perry’s food scene just got a flavor boost. Cozumel Mexican Grill has opened its doors at Perry Market Place, taking over the former Shane’s Rib Shack location on Sam Nunn Boulevard. 🌮 Why It Matters: Local diners now have more diverse food options without leaving town. The restaurant brings authentic Mexican cuisine with Caribbean influences […]
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Floyd County Offers Debris Removal Help After Storm Damages Celanese Village
Floyd County Public Works is stepping in to help residents of Celanese Village clean up after a severe storm caused significant damage Thursday night. The storm toppled approximately ten trees onto homes in Celanese Village, with many more falling in yards, on fences, and pulling down power lines. Some trees also blocked roadways, requiring crews […]
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Georgia Moms Name the Most Cringe Mother’s Day Gifts
Planning to wrap up a vacuum cleaner or weight loss shake for mom this Mother’s Day? You might want to reconsider your life choices. 🔍 What We Know: Georgia moms have spoken, and they’re tired of receiving passive-aggressive “gifts” that suggest they should be thinner, cleaner, or better cooks. A recent Mixbook survey of 2,504 […]
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Free Advice For The Class of 2025
Congratulations, Class of 2025! You’ve survived a global pandemic, a TikTok ban scare, and the existential threat of $8 iced coffee. You’ve weathered more “unprecedented times” than a meteorologist in Atlanta predicting snow. As you prepare to launch into adulthood, college, or that gap year you’re telling your parents is “for self-discovery,” allow me to […]
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Student Arrested After Bringing Gun to River Ridge High School
A student at River Ridge High School in Cherokee County was taken into custody Friday morning after being found with a handgun on campus, according to school officials. What We Know: Principal Todd Miller informed families that the Cherokee County School District Police Department took the student into custody “without incident” after discovering the handgun. […]
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Roswell Hotel Employees Involved in Sex Trafficking of 2 Children
Roswell police arrested six people on a combined 51 criminal charges related to the trafficking and exploitation of two children under 16 years old. The investigation began March 16 when officers responded to a report of a young girl asking drivers for rides near 100 Creekside Way. Officers discovered two sisters who had been reported […]
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Barrow County Schools on Lockdown After Multiple Bomb Threats
Multiple Barrow County schools received bomb threats Wednesday morning, prompting district-wide lockdowns as authorities conduct security sweeps across affected campuses. What We Know: The first threat came via telephone to County Line Elementary School around 8:20 a.m., according to the Barrow County Sheriff’s Office. Within minutes, four additional schools received similar threats: Yargo Elementary, Kennedy […]
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Alpharetta is One of The Greenest Small Cities in America
Alpharetta residents can breathe easier — literally — as the city secures seventh place among America’s greenest small cities with the cleanest air in the entire ranking. 🌿 What We Know: Alpharetta outperformed hundreds of other small cities across the nation in a comprehensive environmental study by Compare the Market Australia. The city dominated in […]
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Severe Storms Target Northwest Georgia Today
🌩️ What We Know: A cold front approaching Northwest Georgia brings the threat of severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. The National Weather Service warns scattered storms could produce damaging winds up to 60 mph and hail up to quarter size between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. 🔍 By The Numbers: The weather service has […]
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Tell The Woodstock Police What You Think of Them
Woodstock residents now have a direct way to share their thoughts about local police performance as the department seeks to maintain its elite national accreditation status. 🔍 What We Know: The Woodstock Police Department opened an online portal where community members can submit comments about the department’s compliance with Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement […]
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Teen Arrested in Shooting Near Marietta Park That Injured Two
Marietta SWAT officers arrested 17-year-old Xavier Ivan Moreno early this morning in connection with the April 21 shooting near North Marietta Parkway and Allgood Road, across from Elizabeth Porter Park. Moreno faces 14 charges, including nine counts of aggravated assault with intent to murder, criminal damage, criminal trespass, possession of a pistol by a minor, […]
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Weekend Lane Closures On I-20: What We Know
Drivers on I-20 in Douglas County will face lane closures starting Friday night as crews begin a major resurfacing project. The Georgia Department of Transportation will close alternating lanes between Liberty Road and State Route 5 beginning at 9 p.m. May 3 and continuing until 5 a.m. Saturday. 🛣️ Why It Matters: The $29 million […]
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IVF is Finally Protected Under Georgia Law
Gov. Brian Kemp signed legislation Thursday codifying into state law the right of women struggling to get pregnant to receive in vitro fertilization. House Bill 428, which the General Assembly passed with just one “no” vote, was among a half dozen health-care measures the governor signed during a ceremony at the Savannah Convention Center. The legislation’s chief […]
