A deadlocked jury has brought the high-profile murder trial of Ben Whitaker to an abrupt halt in Dublin. After just eight hours of deliberation, Judge Jon Helton declared a mistrial when jurors failed to reach a unanimous verdict in the case of the Dublin nurse accused of killing his wife in 2021. One Holdout Juror […]
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Is This Another False Fall in Georgia, or is it The Real Thing?
Georgia residents currently enjoying a brief respite from summer’s sweltering embrace might want to hold off on breaking out the pumpkin spice just yet. The current cool-down—with delightfully decent daytime temperatures hovering in the low-to-mid 80s—appears to be nothing more than Mother Nature’s meteorological mirage. The Teasing Temperatures Today’s forecast features mostly sunny skies with […]
Posted inEconomy
Woodstock Residents Are Getting a Tax Cut
In a move that bucks the national trend of rising costs, Woodstock property owners will soon see their lowest tax bills in decades, even as the city expands parks, trails, and public safety services. The Woodstock City Council voted Monday to approve a historic tax decrease for the upcoming fiscal year, reducing the millage rate […]
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Georgia’s Hidden Gems: 3 Local Gas Stations Named Among America’s Best
While much of the nation is dominated by corporate gas chains, three Georgia-owned fuel stops have earned national recognition for turning everyday fill-ups into memorable experiences. A recent survey of drivers across America revealed the country’s most beloved independent gas stations, with three Georgia establishments making the prestigious list. Gas Bros in Hapeville claimed the […]
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A KSU Researcher is Creating an Electronic Nose to Sniff Out Foodborne Illness
KENNESAW — The presence of a strong, unpleasant odor in food is an indication that bacteria has contaminated the food past the point of human consumption. However, oftentimes pathogens such as salmonella and E. coli are difficult to detect. Taeyeong Choi, assistant professor of information technology in Kennesaw State University’s College of Computing and Software […]
Posted inCrime
Brothers in Crime Convicted in Back-to-Back Drug Trafficking Trials
ROME — Two brothers from Rome are heading to prison after being convicted on major drug charges in separate trials held on the same day in the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit. Fentanyl and Meth: A Family Business Shut Down On August 26, Superior Court Judge Brian House convicted 25-year-old Trevion Williams of trafficking fentanyl and […]
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Meet The 2025 Georgia Military Veterans’ Hall of Fame Class
The Georgia Military Veterans’ Hall of Fame has inducted 15 new members, recognizing men and women from across the state whose service stretches from Korea to Iraq. With this class, more than 200 veterans have now been honored since the Hall was created in 2013. The Hall recognizes veterans in three categories: Valor for heroism […]
Posted inHealth
Georgia Ranks Near Bottom in National Vaccine Rates
Georgia is falling dangerously behind in protecting its residents through vaccination, ranking 48th nationwide according to a new WalletHub study on states that vaccinate the most. The report, which analyzed vaccination rates across 16 key metrics, reveals concerning gaps in Georgia’s immunization coverage that could leave communities vulnerable to preventable disease outbreaks. The Numbers Tell […]
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A Man Was Shot in His Car in Macon Then Crashed Into a Fire Hydrant
A 23-year-old man is fighting for his life after what began as a report of a traffic accident turned into an aggravated assault investigation early Tuesday morning. Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the 2300 block of Shurling Drive at 3:33 a.m. after receiving calls about a disabled vehicle that had struck a fire hydrant. […]
Posted inFood
Rootstock in Downtown Woodstock Sold
Rootstock Restaurant & Bar, once a cornerstone of Downtown Woodstock’s dining scene, has changed hands in a deal that marks significant shifts for the local food landscape. The popular Main Street establishment has been purchased by Rreal Tacos, an authentic Mexican street food concept looking to expand its footprint. The sale was brokered by Steve […]