The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office addressed concerns about the absence of Sheriff John T. Wilcher after announcing over the weekend that Wilcher had been hospitalized. While Chief Deputy Gary Taylor declined to comment on Wilcher’s condition, he said the Wilcher family would release a statement about the sheriff’s health shortly. Below is the press conference […]
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‘Woefully Behind Other States:’ Georgia Isn’t Spending Enough on Veterans
The state is seriously underfunding mental health and housing services for veterans, professionals in the field told Georgia lawmakers Tuesday. The state’s two veterans homes in Milledgeville and Augusta currently are serving about 400 veterans, far below the estimated need of 1,975. Neighboring states with lower populations – including Alabama and South Carolina – have […]
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Did You Know Georgia is Facing an Unusual Dry Spell?
📉 The Gist: Over the last 30 days, Georgia has experienced significantly lower than normal precipitation, with some areas receiving less than 50% of their usual rainfall. 🌦️ The Details: A map released by the U.S. National Weather Service in Peachtree City highlights the severity of the dry conditions across Georgia. The region south of […]
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Do You Feel Older Than You Are? Here’s Why
How old do you feel? A new study has found Americans over 45 feel 12 years older than their actual age, on average. The poll of 2,000 Americans aged 28 and older, split evenly by generation, found 55% of people who feel older than their actual age blame joint pain, and 45% have held back […]
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Don’t Be Alarmed if You See Smoke in Statham in Early July
🔍 The Gist: From July 1 to July 3, Statham will conduct smoke tests on sanitary sewer lines to identify leaks and failures. 📋 The Details: The City of Statham is set to perform smoke tests on its sanitary sewer lines as part of an ongoing maintenance program. These tests aim to detect any failures […]
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What is Georgia Doing to Improve its Prison System After Recent Shooting?
The state is launching an in-depth assessment of Georgia’s prison system to identify steps needed to improve safety, Gov. Brian Kemp announced late Monday. The governor’s announcement came one day after a food-service employee was shot and killed at Smith State Prison in Glennville. An investigation discovered that a personal relationship existed between the Aramark […]
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Police Shooting in Savannah: What We Know
The Gist: Georgia Bureau of Investigation agents are looking into a police shooting in Savannah, where Quayshon Whitehurst, 29, was shot after allegedly firing at a police officer. The Details: On June 18 at around 7:20 p.m., the Savannah Police Department responded to a theft report at Mary Jane’s CBD Dispensary at 4317 Ogeechee Road. […]
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Mail Update: Postmaster Says 64% of Georgia’s First Class Mail is Being Delivered on Time
Mail processing at the United States Postal Service’s (USPS) regional facility in Palmetto is getting better, but Georgians are continuing to suffer delays sending and receiving mail. That was the upshot of an exchange Monday between Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga. In response to an update Ossoff requested last week, […]
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Fatal Shooting on Napier Avenue in Macon Leaves One Dead and 3 Injured
📰 The Gist: A shooting late Monday night on Napier Avenue in Macon resulted in the death of Teresa McKenney and injuries to three other victims. 🚓 The Details: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office received a call about an unresponsive woman in the 3700 block of Napier Avenue near Atlantic Avenue at 11:22 p.m. on […]
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Justin Ross Harris Released from Prison: What We Know
The Gist: Justin Ross Harris, previously convicted in the high-profile hot-car death of his son, Cooper, was released from prison this weekend following the Georgia Supreme Court’s 2022 decision to overturn his murder conviction. Why It Matters: This case has been a significant point of public interest and legal debate, impacting perspectives on criminal justice […]
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Grim Discovery: Child’s Remains Found Under Vacant Georgia Home
The Gist: Human remains were discovered in a crawl space under a vacant residence in the 1600 block of Pio Nono Lane in Bibb County on Monday afternoon. The unsettling find was reported to authorities just after 1 p.m. by the property owner. Troubling Details: Among the remains, investigators found a small Blue’s Clues t-shirt […]
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Mail Theft in Towne Lake: What We Know
🚨 The Gist: The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest connected to a mail theft in the Towne Lake Hills area on June 13, 2024. The suspect was captured on camera opening residential mailboxes. 🔍 What’s Happening: The Criminal Investigations Division is actively investigating the incident […]
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Personal Relationship Revealed in Murder-Suicide in Georgia Prison Kitchen
🗞️ The Gist: The ongoing investigation into the tragic shooting at Smith State Prison has uncovered a personal relationship between the Aramark food service employee and the offender involved in the incident. A suicide note, believed to be left by the inmate, has also been discovered. 🔐 Between the Lines: While the exact nature of […]
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Where Are The Best Places to See The Summer Solstice in Georgia?
🗞️ The Gist: Stone Mountain Park has been ranked as the best location in Georgia to watch the sunrise during the Summer Solstice on June 20th, according to a recent survey conducted by Mixbook. The survey, which polled 3,000 respondents, aimed to identify the top spots across the country to experience this magical moment based […]
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How to Mow Your Lawn Less During the Summer Months
It’s summertime, and if you have a warm season lawn (like St. Augustine, bermuda, zoysia or centipede), this is the prime growing season. That also means it’s prime mowing season! To mow your lawn less during the summer for warm season grasses like St. Augustine, bermuda, zoysia, and centipede, consider these options: Mulch mow weekly […]
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Tragic House Fire in Coweta County Claims Six Lives
The Gist: A devastating residential fire early Monday morning on Macedonia Road in Coweta County resulted in the deaths of six individuals and left five others injured. The Details: Upon arrival, Coweta County Fire Rescue found over 50% of the home engulfed in flames, with fire visible from the roof. Firefighters immediately initiated fire suppression […]
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How to Run For City Council in Atlanta
🗳️ The Gist: If you’ve ever wanted to make a direct impact on Atlanta’s future, now is your chance. The City of Atlanta is holding a Special Election in November to fill the vacant City Council Post 3 At-Large seat. Prospective candidates must qualify between June 25 and June 27. 📋 The Details: Candidates have […]
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Modern Phone Manners – Is it Goodbye to Hello?
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