A plan to add toll lanes along Georgia 400 in Fulton and Forsyth counties is getting a big boost from the federal government. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Tuesday announced a loan of up to $3.89 billion to help build the project. The money is being awarded through the federal Transportation Infrastructure Finance and […]
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Here’s How You Can Get a Cherokee Sheriff’s Office K9 Plushie
The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office is releasing limited-edition K9 plushies to support their Christmas Joy program, with sales beginning Friday, August 8. The plushies, priced at $30 each, will feature two new K9 officers making their debut alongside returning favorites. Unlike previous offerings, the plushies must be purchased individually rather than as a set. The plushies […]
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Former Georgia Lawmaker Stan Watson Gets Lesson in How Not to Treat Women at a Bar
In Georgia, people can be held responsible for false imprisonment if they get police to arrest someone who did nothing wrong. A former DeKalb County commissioner learned that costly lesson Monday in federal appeals court when judges sided with two women who are seeking $100,000 in damages and legal costs. The story almost writes itself. […]
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Lane Closures Coming to Bells Ferry Road in Cherokee This Week
Drivers in Cherokee County should prepare for delays as lane closures hit Bells Ferry Road starting Wednesday, affecting the busy morning and afternoon school commute times. 🚧 Why It Matters: The closures will impact traffic during peak school hours (8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.) when parents and buses are already navigating congested roads, potentially causing […]
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Atlanta Man Arrested After Threatening Jewish Sites and Posting Violent Videos
He called himself the “official spokesperson for the white race.” He wandered into Jewish spaces, demanded to see rabbis, and left staffers shaken enough to barricade themselves behind locked doors. Then he went home, picked up his phone, and broadcast threats to kill Jews and Black people — all while the community watched, and waited, […]
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Georgia Churches Merge: A New Era for First Baptist Woodstock and Roswell Street Baptist
In a significant shift for two of Georgia’s prominent Southern Baptist congregations, First Baptist Woodstock will officially absorb Roswell Street Baptist in Marietta, creating what leaders describe as “one church in two locations.” The merger, approved by Roswell Street’s congregation with an 87.5% vote, marks a new chapter for both historic churches and expands Woodstock […]
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Investing in Your Pet’s Future: The Impact of Quality Veterinary Services
For pet owners, the health and well-being of their furry companions are of utmost importance. Quality veterinary care is crucial in ensuring a happy and healthy life for pets. The impact of such services stretches far beyond addressing immediate health concerns; it plays a significant role in the long-term vitality of your animal friends. Investing […]
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Georgia State Troopers Target Distracted Driving Near Schools
Georgia kids are back in school, and that means more children are walking and riding buses near busy roads. State Troopers want drivers to pay extra attention and slow down in school zones to keep everyone safe. 🛑 What It Means For You: If you drive through school zones or near bus stops, you need […]
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Vince Dooley’s Son is Running For Senate
Former University of Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley has joined the GOP primary to decide who will go on to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff. Dooley announced his campaign with a video message Tuesday morning. In it, Dooley pays homage to his late father, the legendary University of Georgia football coach Vince Dooley; praises President Donald […]