Residents of Cherokee County are being celebrated in a new initiative that launched Friday, Sept. 6. The “Love Where You Live” project, unveiled on the county’s YouTube channel, Facebook page, and Instagram account, aims to share the personal stories of community members and highlight the spirit of giving back. The Details: The initiative focuses on […]
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Georgia High School Football Week 4 Scores and Photos
Welcome to Week 4 of Georgia’s High School Football Season. Here are the scores and photos from Friday night’s games. The Scores: The Photos
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Copycat Crime: Student With Gun Intercepted at Woodland Middle School
On Thursday, September 5, a student at Woodland Middle School in Henry County was arrested after attempting to bring a firearm onto campus, sparking renewed concerns about school safety just one day after the shooting at Apalachee High School. The response of school staff and Henry County School Resource Officers led to the recovery of […]
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Viral Social Media Threats Following Apalachee High School Shooting Deemed Non-Credible
Public safety officials are urging calm after a surge in reported school threats on social media in the wake of the recent shooting at Apalachee High School. While law enforcement continues to investigate, they warn that most threats seen online so far have been deemed non-credible. The Details: Following the Apalachee High School shooting, law […]
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Did J.D. Vance Really Call School Shootings a ‘Fact of Life?’
In the aftermath of the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School, where four people—two students and two teachers—were killed, Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance addressed the escalating concerns about gun violence in schools. Reflecting on the harsh realities of modern-day America, Vance commented, “We don’t have to like the reality that we live in, but […]
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Democrats Demand Special Session on Gun Safety After Apalachee High Shooting
Georgia House Democrats urged Gov. Brian Kemp Friday to call a special session of the General Assembly to take up gun safety legislation following Wednesday’s school shooting in Barrow County that left four dead and injured nine others. Democratic lawmakers introduced a series of bills during the 2023-24 legislative term either encouraging or requiring Georgians […]
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Monkey See, Monkey Do: Georgia Teens in Hot Water For Copycat Threats Against Schools
Georgia teens are being charged across multiple counties following a surge in online threats against schools. Authorities are arresting those responsible, stressing that even hoaxes carry serious consequences. 🚨 Why It Matters: These threats come just days after a tragic school shooting in Barrow County, putting communities on edge and prompting a strong response from […]
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Threat of School Shooting Made Against Toombs County Schools
In Toombs County, tensions were high earlier today after law enforcement responded swiftly to a potential threat involving two students. A concerning social media post, which hinted at a “shooting,” prompted the Toombs County School System to alert both the Sheriff’s Office and the Lyons Police Department. Though the post did not mention any specific […]
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Georgia Motocross instructor sentenced to 40 years for child exploitation
Ryan Meyung, 33, received a 40-year prison sentence for producing child pornography and sexually abusing children. He pleaded guilty to six counts of producing child pornography on April 26. By The Numbers: In Context: Meyung traveled across the country as a motocross instructor, building tracks and mentoring children. He used this position to exploit and […]
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Father of Apalachee High School Shooter Charged with Manslaughter
The father of the 14-year-old suspect in the deadly Apalachee High School shooting has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of manslaughter and murder. Colin Gray, whose son is accused of killing four people in a mass shooting last week, now faces serious charges, including four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree […]
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Father Bought AR-15 Rifle as Holiday Gift for Son in Apalachee High School Shooting
A 14-year-old student accused of killing four people at Apalachee High School in Winder used an AR-style rifle given to him as a Christmas present by his father. The suspect, Colt Gray, allegedly opened fire on Wednesday, killing two students and two teachers, while injuring nine others. The Details: According to law enforcement sources, the […]
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Kemp Orders Flags Flown at Half-Staff in Wake of Apalachee High School Shooting
Governor Brian Kemp has ordered flags across Georgia to be flown at half-staff in the wake of a deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder. The order, issued on September 5, comes after a horrific act of violence on school grounds the previous day left four people dead—two teachers and two students—while several others […]
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The Face of a School Shooter
14-Year-Old Colt Gray is facing charges after a deadly shooting at Apalachee High School that left four people dead and nine others injured. Authorities released Gray’s mugshot today. 🔍 What’s Happening:The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has confirmed Colt Gray faces four felony murder charges, and additional charges are expected. The victims, identified as two teachers […]
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Barrow County School Shooting Draws Attention to Georgia’s Lax Gun Laws
Georgia lawmakers should use Wednesday’s school shooting in Barrow County as a catalyst to make it harder for children to gain access to firearms, the chairman of a state Senate study committee said Thursday. “We have an opportunity in Georgia,” said Sen. Emanuel Jones, D-Decatur, chairman of the Senate Safe Firearm Storage Study Committee. “Now […]
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North Georgia Faces Dry Spell as Drought Conditions Worsen
Atlanta just had its fourth driest August on record, and the impact is clear across North Georgia. As rain continues to evade the region, drought conditions are spreading, affecting local communities, agriculture, and water resources. 🌞 Why It Matters: Drought impacts everything from water supply to farming. For residents and farmers alike, the longer this […]
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Georgia Power Customers Will See a Tiny Savings From a Corporate Tax Cut
Georgia Power customers, who have faced higher energy bills this summer, may see some financial relief starting in January 2025. The reduction in charges is coming their way thanks to recent changes in Georgia’s tax law. 💡 Why It Matters: This comes as families are struggling with rising utility costs, particularly during peak usage months. […]
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Six Charged in Ellis Square Shooting in Savannah
Six suspects have been indicted in connection with the May 18 mass shooting at Ellis Square in downtown Savannah. The charges, laid out in a six-page indictment, involve multiple counts of aggravated assault and firearms violations. Why It Matters: This indictment sends a strong signal that violent crime in Savannah won’t be tolerated, especially in […]
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Georgia Hair Braider Fights Back in War on Small Business
African immigrant Awa Diagne has hair braiding skills. She might be too good. When she tried to set up shop near her home in South Fulton, Georgia, city officials denied her permit because they worried she might take customers from an established salon in the same shopping center. “It is not fair for small businesses […]
