Savannah State University President Cheryl Davenport Dozier announced last week she will retire as president effective June 30. “It has been an honor and a privilege to lead and serve as the 13th president of SSU – with the outstanding faculty and staff,” said Dozier. “The reward is the daily satisfaction of witnessing students succeed […]
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A Stone Mountain man was arrested for attempting to abandon his dog
A Stone Mountain man was recently arrested for attempting to abandon his dog along the side of the road. The incident took place on Dec. 30, at about 11:30pm on Breckinridge Blvd. in unincorporated Duluth. Gwinnett County Police Officers observed a vehicle pull off quickly and noticed a small dog running after it. Police say as […]
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When will Brian Kemp be sworn in as governor of Georgia?
Brian Kemp’s road to the Georgia governor’s mansion was not an easy one. First, he had to get through a tense republican primary where he was the underdog. Then, he went head to head with Lieutenant Gov. Casey Cagle in a runoff election. After winning the runoff, Kemp faced a strong challenge from democrat Stacey […]
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Liz Russo and Beat Bugs headline Aurora Theatre’s winter lineup
Theatergoers can look forward to a month full of sensational programming at Aurora Theatre as it kicks-off 2019. Guests of all ages are invited to celebrate fresh beginnings during Teatro Aurora’s Reyes Y Mariachis or let imaginations run wild during Aurora Children’s Playhouse. Aspiring young actors can learn the ins and outs of performing arts when attending winter classes at Aurora Theatre Academy, while […]
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Atlanta Boat Show sails into town next week
The 2019 Progressive® Insurance Atlanta Boat Show is coming ashore to the Georgia World Congress Center Hall A Jan. 10 through 13, 2019, showcasing more than 600 of the newest boats along with the latest in marine accessories and products. Tickets are on sale now at AtlantaBoatShow.com with $3 off all advance online tickets until Jan. 9. This year’s Show will move to […]
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Portrait of Governor Nathan Deal unveiled at State Capitol
Gov. Nathan Deal was today joined by First Lady Sandra Deal, chief of staff Chris Riley and House Speaker David Ralston to unveil the official portrait of Gov. Deal and Mrs. Deal at the Georgia State Capitol. The portrait, painted by Thomas Nash, will be displayed outside the governor’s office on the second floor of […]
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What do you think of Fulton County’s new logo?
Fulton County began 2019 by unveiling a new logo. This is the first branding update undertaken by Georgia’s largest county since 1989. Adopted by the Board of Commissioners in October of last year, the identity refresh includes a redesign of the County’s oak tree logo featuring fresh design elements and a new color palette emphasizing […]
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Georgia sues pharmaceutical companies for consequences of opioid epidemic
The Gist: Georgia has joined a growing list of states, counties and cities that are responding to America’s opioid epidemic by suing pharmaceutical companies. The lawsuit filed Thursday seeks an injunction to stop deceptive marketing practices as well as damages for those impacted by what the lawsuit calls “a man-made plague, 20 years in the making.” […]
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Here’s where you can dispose of your Christmas tree in Gwinnett County
Don’t leave your used Christmas tree by the curb after you take it down. Bring it to the annual Bring One for the Chipper event sponsored by Gwinnett Clean & Beautiful and Gwinnett County. You can drop off natural Christmas trees without lights or decorations through Jan. 20 at designated sites in Gwinnett County. BufordFire Station 14, […]
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Paul Bunyan and the Tall Tale Medicine Show heads to Atlanta
It’s time to saddle up for a 10-gallon historical hoedown. The Center for Puppetry Arts is rounding up some of America’s most famous heroes and heroines to present a production packed with tall tales, twangy tunes and glory stories of the American west. Folklore fans will hear how the larger-than-life lumberjack Paul Bunyan and his […]
