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 […]
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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 […]
Posted inWeather
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 […]
Posted inYour Family
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 […]
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Coast Guard Beach Park To Begin Major Upgrades September 2
Coast Guard Beach Park on St. Simons will see big changes starting September 2 as Glynn County begins work to improve parking, drainage, and public spaces. What’s Happening: The project is aimed at making the popular park safer and easier to use. Impact On Visitors: Access will be limited while construction is underway. Looking Ahead: […]
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Glynn County Government Offices Closed Monday
Glynn County’s government offices will take Labor Day off. That means no zoning stamps, no tag renewals, and definitely no fun at the tax commissioner’s desk. What’s Happening: County administrative offices will close Monday, Sept. 1. They’ll reopen Tuesday, Sept. 2, at regular hours. Between the Lines: If you were planning to spend your holiday […]
Posted inCrime
Georgia Man Gets 17-Years For Mobile Home Shooting
SUMMERVILLE — A Chattooga County jury convicted Thomas Nelson Tucker Jr., 64, of Menlo, on aggravated assault and firearm charges for firing multiple shots into a mobile home during a 2022 domestic dispute. What We Know: Jurors found Tucker guilty on three counts of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Atlanta is Driving The South’s Apartment Boom In 2025
The South is leading the nation in apartment construction this year, with Atlanta at the center of the surge. Builders in the metro area are set to finish more than 17,500 new apartments in 2025, making it one of the largest housing growth markets in the country. Why It Matters: Renters in metro Atlanta are […]
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Atlanta Dogwood Festival Faces $250,000 Shortfall and Could End After 89 Years
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival, a spring tradition for nearly nine decades, is in danger of ending unless it raises $250,000 by Nov. 1. Organizers warn that without emergency support, the 90th anniversary scheduled for April 2026 will not happen. Why It Matters: The festival is Atlanta’s longest-running and largest fine arts event. Each year it […]
Posted inHealth
Georgia Among Top 10 U.S. States Where Infants Are Vulnerable to Rotavirus
A new study revealed that Georgia has the ninth lowest rotavirus vaccine coverage among U.S. states. The study, conducted by Birth Injury Lawyers Group, analyzed data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s ChildVaxView Interactive Reports and the U.S. Census Bureau to determine average rotavirus vaccination rates across all 50 states among infants and […]