Woodstock is a city that embodies the charm and vitality of the southern United States, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and modern living. Nestled in Cherokee County, just north of Atlanta, this vibrant community has grown significantly over the years, yet it retains a sense of intimacy and warmth that draws people from […]
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Georgia Woman Arrested After Valentine’s Day Shooting Leaves Two Dead and Two Injured
The Gist: Celeste Denise Adams, 23, turned herself in after a Valentine’s Day shooting in Waynesboro that resulted in two fatalities and two injuries. The Details: On the morning of February 14, a distressing incident unfolded at the Relax Inn on US Highway 301 in Claxton where four people were found with gunshot wounds. Two […]
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Wilkinson County Primary School Mourns Loss of Beloved Lunch lady
The Wilkinson County School community is mourning the loss of Mrs. Genova Shinholster Smith, a cherished member of the nutrition department at the Wilkinson County Primary/Elementary School. According to school officials, Mrs. Smith’s vibrant personality and unwavering dedication to her work made her a beloved figure among students, staff, and the wider school community. Her […]
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Georgia’s Weekend Weather Forecast: A Cold Start, Then Spring Warmth
Georgia residents can expect a variety of weather conditions this coming weekend, from overcast skies to sunny days, as temperatures hover between the somewhat colder mid-50s to the warmer upper 70s across different parts of the state. Saturday’s Overview: The state kicks off the weekend with mostly cloudy skies. Rome and the northern regions, including […]
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Search Continues for 15-Year-Old Who Went Missing From Gwinnett High School
🔍 The Gist: Eva Virginia Cambron, a 15-year-old from Lilburn, was last seen leaving her high school on January 26 and is now the focus of a police search. 📌 The Details: Eva disappeared after leaving McClure Health Science High School in unincorporated Duluth around 12:15 p.m. She was spotted running down Club Drive towards […]
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Motorcyclist Killed in Forsyth County Crash
The Gist: A tragic collision at a Forsyth County intersection claimed the life of a young motorcyclist when sheriff’s officials say the driver of an SUV failed to observe a stop sign. The Details: The crash occurred on February 15 around 2:40 pm at the crossroads of Bethelview Road and Olde Town Lane. Peyton Kirby, […]
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Big changes loom for Georgia’s film tax credit
Georgia legislative leaders’ pledge to rein in some of the state’s generous tax breaks to industry is starting with the most expensive on the books: the film tax credit. A bill introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives earlier this month would require film production companies to meet at least four of nine criteria to […]
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63-Year-Old Georgia Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Road Rage Shooting
Wade Anthony McEwen, a 63-year-old resident of Acworth, has been sentenced to 30 years, with the first 10 years to be served in prison, following his conviction on multiple charges related to a 2022 road rage incident. The sentence was handed down by Superior Court Judge Tony Baker on February 15, following a jury verdict […]
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Danger on Atlanta’s Streets: Pedestrians Robbed at Gunpoint
🚨 The Gist: A late-night armed robbery left victims without purses, phones, and IDs on Campbellton Road. 🔍 The Details: On the night of February 11, a group of people near 2909 Campbellton Road experienced a terrifying encounter when they were robbed at gunpoint right at the entrance of a business. The victims, caught off-guard, […]
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Fishing Rights Bill Passes in Georgia House
A state House committee has narrowly approved legislation guaranteeing Georgians the right to fish in navigable rivers and streams over the objections of representatives of recreational boating interests who complained the bill is overly restrictive. House Bill 1172, which cleared the House Judiciary Committee Thursday by just one vote, is a follow-up to legislation the […]
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Motorcycle Rider Dead, Bicyclist Hurt in Cobb County Crash
🚨 The Gist: A crash on Veterans Memorial Highway in Mableton left a motorcyclist dead and a bicyclist seriously injured. 🔍 The Details: According to new information released Friday by the Cobb County Police Department, upon further investigation, it has been determined that the motorcycle operated by Christopher Johnson (38, Mableton) initially collided with the […]
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Poor Health: How is Georgia Addressing The State’s Mental Health Woes?
Georgia stands at a crossroads, grappling with significant challenges in its health care system, particularly in mental health care. Despite recent legislative efforts and budgetary increases, the state struggles to provide adequate mental health services to its residents. This issue is further exacerbated by Georgia’s overall ranking as the worst state in the US for […]
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Meet The New Dunwoody Police Chief, Mike Carlson
Deputy Chief Mike Carlson is set to become the new Dunwoody Police Chief, following the retirement of Chief Billy Grogan on June 1. A key figure in the department since its inception, Carlson has been instrumental in developing foundational community programs such as the Citizen Police Academy, Neighborhood Watch, and Chaplain initiatives. His promotion comes […]
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Georgia Dog Owners Share Their Pet Peeves
🏨 The Gist: In a world where finding a pet-friendly hotel is akin to a treasure hunt, Georgia’s dog owners are barking up a very specific tree, Forbes Advisor’s survey finds. 📊 The Details: Diving into the dog-eat-dog world of pet ownership, Forbes Advisor surveyed 10,000 dog owners to uncover what really gets under their […]
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A Dead Whale Was Towed to Tybee Island for Burial
Researchers on Thursday examined the carcass of a 1-year-old female north Atlantic right whale found dead offshore, looking for clues to her death. The whale is the December 2022 calf of north Atlantic right whale #4340, also known as Pilgrim. The 1-year-old had been seen looking healthy less than two weeks ago. The crew of […]
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Worried Biden and Trump Are Too Old to Be President? Aging Experts Say to Calm Down
Age should not preclude either Joe Biden or Donald Trump from serving another four years as president, a group of aging experts said Thursday at a webinar organized by the American Federation for Aging Research. If Biden, 81, and Trump, 77, are the candidates on Election Day, as appears likely right now, they would break […]
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Georgia Will Give State Employees Expanded Paid Parental Leave. Will Georgia Companies Follow Suit?
👶 The Gist: Georgia state employees and teachers will now receive six weeks of paid parental leave, doubling the previous three-week policy, thanks to House Bill 1010’s passage. 📜 The Details: Sponsored by Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones and backed by Speaker Jon Burns, the bill aims to improve work-life balance for state workers, acknowledging […]
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Fani Willis Fights Back in Hearing to Disqualify Her from Trump Trial
A combative Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis denied Thursday that her romantic relationship with the special prosecutor she hired to pursue election interference charges against Donald Trump affected the case. “I’m not on trial,” Willis testified in federal court during an evidentiary hearing on a motion to disqualify her from the case, as she […]
