Americans have long understood that their birthplace can significantly affect their futures, and academics have increasingly been able to connect tangible early life factors like where they live and the friendships they’ve cultivated with potential future income. Among the most recent studies shedding light on what’s known as economic mobility—a person’s ability to move themselves and […]
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Georgia Mayor’s Arrest Shocks Small Town
🚔 The Gist: Pineview, Georgia’s Mayor, Brandon Holt, faces 75 charges of theft, shocking the small community. 🔍 The Details: Brandon Holt, 34, the mayor of Pineview, has been arrested and charged with 75 counts of theft by taking. This development comes after allegations of misappropriating city funds. Holt’s arrest on January 16, followed an […]
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Wingate Multifamily closes on Boulevard North in Atlanta
Wingate Multifamily, a newly formed affiliate of Wingate Companies of Newton, MA, is pleased to announce the closing of Boulevard North, the fourth phase of Wingate’s multi-phase redevelopment in the Old Fourth Ward neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. This development, comprised of 88 new construction units, aims to offer secure and well-appointed affordable housing options for […]
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Alarming Rise in Online Sextortion: Protecting Georgia’s Kids
🌐 The Gist: A significant increase in sextortion cases, where minors are coerced into creating sexually explicit material, is sounding alarms nationwide. 🔍 The Details: 🌍 In Context: 🛑 Why It Matters: This trend poses a serious threat to the safety and mental health of minors, emphasizing the critical need for vigilant online behavior and […]
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Former Bulldogs Mascot Uga X Dies in Savannah
In a solemn announcement from Savannah, the University of Georgia mourns the loss of its beloved former mascot, Uga X, affectionately known as Que. Que passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning at his home, leaving behind a legacy cherished by the Bulldog community. Born on May 27, 2013, Que ascended to the prestigious role of […]
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Tragic Discovery in Bibb County: Man Found Fatally Stabbed
The Gist: In the early hours of Tuesday morning, a man, believed to be homeless and in his late fifties, was found with a fatal stab wound on Forest Ave. in Bibb County. The Details: Responding to an emergency call around 2:17 a.m., Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies discovered an unresponsive white male lying in the […]
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Historic 1895 Lilburn Home on the Move to Monroe
🚚 The Gist: The iconic 1895 structure at 127 Main Street, Lilburn, is set to be relocated to Monroe within the next two weeks, weather permitting. 🏠 The Details: A significant piece of Lilburn’s history, the 127 Main Street home, known for its past as a train depot manager’s residence and later the Hopkins family […]
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Son of MLK, Dexter Scott King, Dies from Prostate Cancer
Dexter Scott King, the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, and a stalwart guardian of his father’s legacy, died on January 22. King, aged 62, succumbed to prostate cancer at his home in Malibu, as confirmed by his wife of 11 years, Leah Weber King. She described his passing […]
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Measles in Georgia? What We Know
The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed a case of measles in metro Atlanta, the first since 2020. “DPH is working to identify anyone who may have had contact with the individual while they were infectious,” the department said in a statement. “Measles is very contagious and spreads through the air when an infected […]
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Moneypenny Dials In on What Irks Customers and Prospects the Most
A new survey shows 62% of people are spending longer on the phone to businesses than three years ago, a figure that was only 46% the previous year. The research from Moneypenny, which handles over 20 million calls and chats for businesses annually, also found that 76% of customers cite a company not putting their […]
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Marietta Tragedy: Local Woman’s Death Leads to Murder Charge
The Gist: In Marietta, a family’s welfare check revealed a tragic scene, leading to a significant murder charge. The Details: Police say 44-year-old Melinda Jolly was found dead in her home on Perch Drive during a welfare check by a family member. The case was escalated to Cobb County Police’s Major Crimes unit. According to […]
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Community Alert: Urgent Search for Missing 13-Year-Old in Richmond County
The Gist: Stormy Newland, a 13-year-old girl, has been reported missing and endangered in Richmond County, prompting an urgent call for community assistance. The Details: Stormy was last seen in the vicinity of Walton Way and 7th St. She is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds, and was wearing a green […]
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Georgia’s Weather This Week Will Move from Cold to Rainy
🌦️ The Gist: Georgia’s weather this week starts off clear and chilly, then shifts to rainy and warmer conditions. What seems like an endless cold snap will finally come to an end. 🌡️ The Details: Georgia begins the week with clear skies. Monday sees a high of 48°F and a low of 28°F. Temperatures slightly […]
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Buford Family and Two Dogs Safe After Devastating House Fire
Buford Family and Pets Safe After Devastating House Fire
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QR Codes Will Remain on Georgia Ballots This Year
There isn’t time to remove QR codes from paper ballots in Georgia, as Republican legislative leaders have proposed, before this year’s elections, GOP Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said Wednesday. “I would support moving to human-readable text,” Raffensperger said during the second day of legislative hearings on Gov. Brian Kemp’s budget recommendations. “The challenge is […]
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Cobb County’s Water Is Safe Again: Boil Water Advisory Lifted
💧 The Gist: The boil water advisory affecting parts of south Cobb County has been lifted following negative bacteria tests, signaling safe water consumption. 💡 The Details: Residents in south Cobb County can now use their water without boiling, as recent tests confirm its safety. This update follows a water main break in Powder Springs, […]
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A Body Was Found in A Chimney in Bibb County
🏠 The Gist: In a startling incident, a man was found dead in a chimney in Bibb County, leading to an investigation by local authorities. 🔍 The Details: On Friday night, Bibb County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a distressing discovery at a home on Courtland Ave., where a deceased man was found inside a chimney. […]
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Hearing Date Set for Fani Willis Misconduct Accusations
Fulton County Judge Scott McAfee has scheduled a Feb. 15 hearing to discuss accusations that District Attorney Fani Willis was involved in a romantic relationship with a special prosecutor she hired to assist with the racketeering and conspiracy case accusing Donald Trump of illegally orchestrating a multi-state attempt to overturn the 2020 election. According to […]
