The lone Democrat in a seven-way race has advanced to a runoff in a special election that will decide who will replace former Alpharetta Republican state Sen. Brandon Beach, but the top GOP candidates in the contest were still battling it out for second place late Tuesday night. Democrat Debra Shigley had a strong showing […]
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Jobs and Sales Up at Georgia’s Ports
(The Center Square) – Georgia’s port activity comprises 12% of the state’s employment or 650,965 full and part-time jobs, according to an economic impact study. The number of positions increased by 7% in fiscal year 2024 when compared to the previous year, according to the study compiled by the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the […]
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High-Speed Chase in Macon Ends With Arrest In Houston County
MACON — A driver wanted in two counties led officers on a dangerous chase across Middle Georgia Tuesday before crashing and being arrested. What Happened: Bibb County Sheriff’s Office Cpl. Fredrick Gray tried to stop a Ford on Mercer University Drive after a system alert showed the driver had a suspended license and was wanted […]
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Power Outage Hits Jackson Near McDonough Road
JACKSON — Neighbors in Jackson lost power Tuesday afternoon as an outage spread near McDonough Road and surrounding areas. City crews are on the ground now trying to fix it. What’s Happening: The City of Jackson’s electric department said it is working to find the source of the outage and restore power as soon as […]
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Delta Flight Attendant Accused of Slapping Passenger
ATLANTA — A man says a Delta flight turned violent when a flight attendant slapped him in front of his child. He’s now preparing to sue the airline. What’s Happening: Attorneys for Mohammad Shibli say the incident happened on a July 29 flight from Atlanta to Fresno, California. Shibli says he was refused water, then […]
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Georgia State Students Help Atlanta Airport Rename Cell Phone Lot
ATLANTA — Travelers heading to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport now see a new sign that makes a big difference: “Park & Wait.” What’s Happening: The free lot near ATL’s Domestic Terminal was known for years as the “Cell Phone Lot.” After research by Georgia State University business students, the airport officially renamed it in May […]
Posted inEconomy
Georgia Loses Thousands Of Construction Jobs and Ranks Among Nation’s Worst
Georgia is once again showing up on a list no one here wants to see. A new study finds the state had one of the sharpest declines in construction jobs over the past year. What’s Happening: Georgia lost 3,500 construction jobs between May 2024 and May 2025, dropping from 228,300 to 224,800. That puts the […]
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Tybee Beach Visitors Warned Of Jellyfish Despite Calm Surf
If you are heading to Tybee Island today, expect calm waters but keep an eye out for jellyfish. Ocean Rescue says swimming is safe overall, but the purple flag means stings are possible. What’s Happening: Tybee Island Ocean Rescue posted today’s conditions to help beachgoers plan their day. Between the Lines:The double flags tell the […]
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Cobb County Fall Break Camps 2025: Best Activities for Kids
Cobb County families won’t have to scramble for things to do during fall break. County officials have lined up a full slate of camps and activities for students while schools are out September 22 through 26. CampsAt the Mable House Arts Center, kids ages 5 to 14 can take part in Defying Gravity: Wicked Theater […]