A GoFundMe campaign has been launched for the family of Dustin Valencia after his body was recovered from Lake Lanier during the search for the missing father. The fundraising effort comes after an initial Meal Train page already collected more than $45,000 to support Valencia’s wife and five children. “The outpouring of love and support […]
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Run for a Cause: K9 5K Race in Alpharetta
A German Shepherd/Belgian Malinois mix who helped seize over five kilograms of narcotics will be the face of a community race supporting first responders. The Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation announced its K9 5K race will return on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Dave & Buster’s in Alpharetta. The event serves as a qualifier for the […]
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Red Cross Sounds Alarm As Georgia Wildfires Surge
Georgia residents face growing wildfire threats as the Red Cross urges everyone to prepare before disaster strikes. 🔥 Why It Matters: Wildfires destroy homes and upend lives with little warning, leaving families vulnerable. Georgia now experiences about 2,300 wildfires annually, a number that continues to climb due to changing climate conditions. 🌡️ What’s Happening: Rising […]
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Kilwins Has a New Treat Just in Time for National Chocolate Ice Cream Day
Kilwins is rolling out a new treat that combines two favorites – chocolate and ice cream cones. The company’s new Chocolate-on-the-Inside Waffle Cones feature warm Heritage Dark Chocolate lining the inside of freshly made waffle cones. Customers can try the chocolate upgrade for free with any ice cream purchase on National Chocolate Ice Cream Day, […]
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Severe Storms Threaten Georgia Today
A group of thunderstorms will sweep across north Georgia today, bringing potential severe weather during the afternoon hours. 🌩️ What We Know: The National Weather Service warns that storms could turn severe between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. as they move southeast across the region. The weather system carries a Level 2 threat on the […]
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RRG Roofing & Gutters: Raising the Roof on Quality, Service and Peace of Mind
Dahlonega, GA – When your home’s first line of defense against wind, rain and sun starts to show wear, you need a partner who combines proven expertise with rock-solid integrity. That’s exactly what you get with RRG Roofing & Gutters, the Owens Corning Platinum Preferred contractor proudly serving North Georgia and Western North Carolina. Platinum-Preferred […]
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Man Arrested After Attempting to Set Fire Inside Georgia Target Store
A man was taken into custody Tuesday morning after allegedly attempting to start a fire inside the Target store on Loganville Highway in Bethlehem. Barrow County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the store at 11:41 a.m. following a call from Target staff. All customers and employees were safely evacuated from the building, and no injuries were […]
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Will First Baptist Woodstock and Roswell Street Baptist Merge?
Residents of Marietta and Woodstock may soon see a major shift in their faith communities. Roswell Street Baptist Church in Marietta is in active talks to merge with First Baptist Church Woodstock, one of the state’s largest and most influential Southern Baptist churches. A town hall meeting is scheduled today at 4 p.m. at Roswell […]
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4 Killed in South Georgia Murder-Suicide: What We Know
Four people died in what authorities are calling an apparent murder-suicide on Baxter Durrence Road outside Glennville. The Tattnall County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the deaths of two Hispanic men and two Hispanic women, including the suspected perpetrator. Law enforcement officials are currently investigating the scene. What We Don’t Know: Authorities have not released the names […]
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Photos: Fire Destroys Abandoned Structure in Savannah
Savannah Fire crews are responding to a structure fire in the 1500 block of Augusta Avenue. The blaze engulfed a vacant structure, destroying it. Firefighters were on scene working to contain the flames and prevent them from spreading to nearby structures. No injuries have been reported at this time. Officials have not yet determined the […]
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Scratchin’ Like a Hound: The Poison Ivy Encounter That Rubbed Me the Wrong Way
There’s a corner of my backyard that my kids refer to as “The Secret Garden.” It’s the uppermost patch, right where a storm drainage sewer sits, and it’s been the subject of more landscaping attempts than my hairline. We, along with the two previous owners, have all tried to make it look presentable—planting flowers, laying […]
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Body Found In Lake Lanier During Search For Missing Father
Rescue crews pulled a body from Lake Lanier Friday as the community anxiously waits for answers in the disappearance of Dustin Valencia. While the body was found in the area Valencia was kayaking, officials have not identified the body yet. 🚨 Why It Matters: Families across Forsyth County have watched this case unfold since Wednesday […]
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Opinion: What If The Granola Moms Were Right All Along?
In recent years, a particular kind of mother has taken center stage in health and parenting circles: the “granola mom.” She stocks her shelves with essential oils instead of pharmaceuticals, reads food labels like legal contracts, and wouldn’t be caught dead feeding her kids cheese-in-a-can. Her lifestyle is clean, green, and, to some, downright extreme. […]
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30 Members of Sex Money Murder Gang Charged in Georgia
An eight-count federal court indictment unsealed in the Southern District of Georgia charges 30 alleged members of the Sex Money Murder (SMM) gang and associates with crimes including racketeering and murder. The suspects were arrested in four Georgia cities – Savannah, Hinesville, Augusta and Atlanta – according to an indictment unsealed on Wednesday. According to […]
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Villa Rica High School Names Top Students For Class Of 2025
Villa Rica High School has announced its highest academic achievers for next year’s graduating class. 🎓 Why It Matters: These academic honors represent the pinnacle of student achievement at Villa Rica High School and will follow these students throughout their college and career journeys. 🏆 The Honorees: Ava Smith earned the title of valedictorian while […]
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31 Georgia Student-Athletes Recognized for Positive Character in Sports
Positive Athlete organization has named 31 individuals across Georgia as the “Most Positive” in their sport categories, highlighting students who demonstrate optimism, teamwork, and service to others. The awards recognize 27 high school student-athletes, two coaches, and two athletics directors who exemplify the organization’s values. Osborne High School in Cobb County earned the title of […]
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Search Continues for Missing Kayaker on Lake Lanier
Dustin Valencia never showed up to pick his kids up from school Wednesday. His car was found at Little Ridge Park, sparking a search of Lake Lanier. ⚡ The Latest: According to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, the kayak and a paddle were found by a citizen yesterday. Valencia has not been found. 🔍 What’s […]
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Amber Alert Issued for 3-Year-Old Savannah Girl Leilani Elliott
Update: According to the GBI, Leilani has been found and is safe. Authorities have issued a Levi’s Call — Georgia’s Amber Alert system — for 3-year-old Leilani Elliott, who disappeared on May 15 in Savannah. According to information from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children updated three hours ago, the child was last […]
