The Gist: Stella Brannen Salter, a 7-year-old girl from Metter, is missing. Authorities believe she may have been taken to Puerto Rico by her non-custodial mother. The Details: The Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Atlanta Field Office, alongside the Lyons Police Department, is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Stella Salter. Born on April 20, 2016, […]
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6 Things You’ll Never Hear an Atlantan Say
Navigating the bustling streets and the warm-hearted community of Atlanta, one might stumble upon a wide array of sights, sounds, and experiences uniquely Atlantan. Yet, within the city too busy to hate, there are certain phrases you’re as likely to hear as you are to meet a Georgian who can drive in the snow. In […]
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Adapting to Evolving Demands: Online MPH Programs and Georgia’s Public Health Landscape
In a topography marked by continual evolution, the intersection of public health and education represents a focal point for addressing Georgia’s diverse health challenges. From demographic shifts to emerging health threats, the state’s public health needs necessitate adaptive strategies. The emergence of online masters of public health programs in Georgia (MPH) represents a significant development in this […]
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Suspect in Double Shooting in Lithonia Arrested
📰 The Gist: The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, with the Georgia State Patrol’s assistance, apprehended a man linked to a fatal double shooting in Lithonia. 🔍 The Details: Authorities in DeKalb County arrested 44-year-old Javoka Shumaker on April 2 in connection with a double shooting on Valentine’s Day that resulted in one death. The incident […]
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How Toxic is Georgia’s Water? Disturbing Details in New Report
📊 The Gist: A recent study ranks Georgia sixth nationwide for industrial chemical discharges into waterways, spotlighting Augusta’s significant contribution to this environmental concern. 🔍 The Details: The Water Filter Guru’s analysis, based on EPA’s Toxic Release Inventory, casts a stark light on the volume of harmful chemicals entering America’s waterways. This decade-long review, covering […]
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Georgia Style Barbecue Sauce Ranks 3rd in The Nation
🍽 The Gist: A comprehensive survey by Smoked BBQ Source reveals Georgia barbecue sauce as the nation’s third favorite, highlighting the crucial role sauces play in barbecuing. 🔍 The Details: In an extensive poll among 3,000 BBQ enthusiasts conducted by Smoked BBQ Source, Arizona Style Sauce clinched the title of the top barbecue sauce in […]
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Your Guide to Spring Gardening in Georgia
Has the spring weather given you the urge to try your hand at gardening? If you’d like to plant your garden but don’t know where to start, here is a handy guide to help you. Soil as the Bedrock of Vitality A flourishing garden begins beneath the surface. Georgia’s diverse geography, ranging from the sandy […]
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Georgia Walmart Shooting Suspect Arrested
🔍 The Gist: Adrian Jelks, the 19-year-old suspect wanted for a shooting at a Fayetteville Walmart, has been apprehended without incident. 📰 The Details: In the early hours of April 3, Fayetteville Police concluded their manhunt for Adrian Jelks, arresting him after he surrendered to the College Park Police Department. The arrest stemmed from a […]
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A Georgia Woman Called Police After Hearing Cries for Help. Police Discovered a Homicide Scene
In the early hours of Wednesday, a quiet Buford neighborhood became the center of a homicide investigation that has left one man dead. The Gwinnett County Police are currently piecing together the events that unfolded at a residence on 3200 Ivy Birch Way, following a distressing call that led officers to a grim discovery. According […]
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Georgia Power Braces for Tonight’s Severe Weather
The Gist: As severe weather looms over Georgia, Georgia Power gears up to tackle potential service disruptions and advises customers on readiness. The Details: Forecasters predict severe weather across Georgia this evening, including the threat of damaging winds, heavy rain, lightning, and hail. Georgia Power is closely monitoring the situation, ensuring resources and personnel are […]
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Overturned Log Truck in Effingham County: What We Know
⛔️ The Gist: A major road closure is in effect on Highway 21 at Shawnee Road following a wreck involving an overturned log truck Tuesday afternoon. 🚧 The Details: Both southbound and northbound lanes of Highway 21 near the intersection with Shawnee Road in Effingham County are closed to traffic after the incident at 3:30 […]
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Albany Police Want Your Help Finding a Suspect in a Motor Vehicle Theft
🚨 The Gist: The Albany Police Department is searching for 18-year-old Jalen Tanner Redding in connection with a motor vehicle theft on March 30. 🔍 The Details: The incident involved the theft of a white 2023 Kia Forte. Authorities say they spotted Redding driving the vehicle but lost him after a brief pursuit. The Albany […]
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Now Students in Coweta County Can Do Dual Enrollment at University of West Georgia
The University of West Georgia is set to expand its Go West Early dual enrollment program to Coweta County, providing high school students with the opportunity to earn college credits before graduation. Starting in Fall 2024, the program aims to facilitate students’ transition to higher education by allowing them to take courses that will count […]
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The Georgia Public Service Commission is Allowing a Railroad to Condemn Land. The Landowners Are Fighting it
A nonprofit public interest law firm vowed Tuesday to appeal a ruling by a Georgia Public Service Commission hearing officer condemning several pieces of property in Hancock County being sought by Sandersville Railroad for a spur line. The hearing officer declared Monday that the spur would serve a “legitimate public purpose” even though it would […]
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15-Year-Old Dies After Fatal Cobb County Crash
The Gist: The 15-year-old boy who was critically injured after being struck by a car in Austell on March 20, has died from his injuries, according to Cobb County Police. The Details: The tragic update follows an accident that occurred on Clay Road, near Austell Road, involving a gray 2021 Kia Rio and the young […]
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Georgia Weather Update: Rainy Conditions and Thunderstorms Ahead
Georgia is set to experience a period of rainy weather, including showers and thunderstorms, starting tonight and continuing into early Wednesday. Tonight, expect showers and potentially a thunderstorm after 3 a.m., with a low temperature around 66 degrees. Winds are expected to be 15 mph, with gusts reaching up to 30 mph. According to the […]
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Group Representing Big Tech Tells Kemp to Veto Social Media Age Verification Bill
A trade association of internet companies is asking Gov. Brian Kemp to veto legislation requiring social media platforms to make “commercially reasonable” efforts to verify the age of users. Senate Bill 351, which the Georgia House and Senate passed last week on the final day of this year’s legislative session, is aimed at protecting young […]
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Meet Atlanta’s Manager of Nightlife and Culture
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has appointed Kristin Edwards as the new Manager of Nightlife and Culture, a role created to strengthen the partnership between the city and its nightlife industry. In her new position, Edwards will focus on liaising with nightlife industry leaders and providing resources and educational opportunities, including the coordination of “Training Day” […]
