LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta, located in Phipps Plaza, invites you to unwrap the magic of the holiday season and experience the most magical time like never before during their 2023 Holiday Bricktacular, an event filled with joy, creativity, and holiday cheer for the entire family. Taking place now through December 24th, enjoy seasonal LEGO build […]
Meet Canton’s Interim Police Chief, John Lummus
The City of Canton announced today that Captain John Lummus will assume the role of interim police chief for the Canton Police Department. This change comes as the current Police Chief Stephen Merrifield prepares to retire. Chief Merrifield, who has been with the City of Canton since February 2015, began his career with a four-year […]
What Will Happen to Georgia’s Economy in 2024?
The economic growth Georgia experienced this year will slow down in 2024 but not enough to cause a recession, the dean of the Terry College of Business at the University of Georgia said Monday. “Georgia is well positioned to weather an economic slowdown, and our economy will outperform the U.S. economy,” […]
Super Bowl History: Memorable Moments and Iconic Plays
While Baseball may be considered America’s game historically, American Football has exploded in a way Major League Baseball will be very jealous of. The NFL is one of the most watched and supported leagues in the world as it has adapted and globalized over the decades, with the grand finale, the Super Bowl being its […]
Atlanta Opens Warming Center in Expectation of Near-freezing Weather Tonight
🌡️ The Gist: Atlanta is opening a warming center on Monday, December 11, as temperatures are expected to drop to near freezing tonight. 🔍 The Details: In response to the cold snap, the City of Atlanta activated a warming center at Central Park Recreation Center, 400 Merritts Ave. NE, starting at 8 p.m. and continuing […]
New Study Shows Georgia Families Are Among the Unhappiest in the Nation
📊 The Gist: A recent Mixbook survey ranks Georgia as the 10th state with the least happy families, while Atlanta stands as the 8th city nationally in this category. 🔍 The Details: In a nationwide study by Mixbook, which surveyed 1,969 Americans, insights into family happiness were gathered. The results indicated that Georgia, as a […]
Police Shooting in Fayetteville: What We Know
🚓 The Gist: A Fayetteville officer shot a man during a domestic dispute response, prompting an investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. 🔍 The Details: The Fayetteville police were called to a report of a domestic argument in a vehicle near Paces Court. A man, described as wearing a gray jumpsuit and armed, had […]
Law Enforcement Investigates Broad Daylight Armed Robbery in Macon
A Sunoco gas station on Pio Nono Avenue, Macon, was robbed by an armed man on Saturday.
‘My City! It’s Gone!’ Atlanta Reacts to Peach Drop Cancellation
The City of Atlanta announced Friday that The Peach Drop, a semi-annual New Year’s Eve tradition at Underground Atlanta, would be canceled again this year. If you need to catch up, you can read our article about the cancelation of the Peach Drop here. As one can imagine, the decision by city government officials was […]
Peach Drop Canceled Again: What We Know
Atlanta has canceled its traditional New Year’s Eve Peach Drop event this year. We look at the reasoning for the cancelation, as well as the event’s history of cancelations.
Massage Parlors Under Scrutiny: Roswell Acts Against Human Trafficking Threat
Roswell may impose a 90-day halt on licensing new massage parlors to enhance regulations against human trafficking and illegal activities. This follows an operation by the Roswell Police that exposed a human trafficking network within local massage parlors.
Manhunt Intensifies: GBI Seeks Suspect in Americus Murder Case
Kirone Tramaine Wilson, 22, is sought by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation over the murder of Kewan Morgan, which occurred in Americus, Georgia.
Georgia’s Wacky Weekend Weather: Rainy Days, Highs in the 70S, Lows Near Freezing
In Georgia this weekend, residents should keep their umbrellas handy as a series of showers and thunderstorms are expected to pass through the region. The National Weather Service forecasts a 30 percent chance of showers for Saturday, mainly after 2 p.m., with the day remaining partly sunny and reaching a high near 72 degrees. Saturday […]
Tragic Collision in Gwinnett County Claims Lives of a Motorcyclist, a Mother, and Her Son
A devastating motor vehicle collision in Gwinnett County resulted in the deaths of three people, including a mother and her teenage son, the Gwinnett County Police Department reported. The incident occurred on Thursday at about 7 p.m., when officers were called to the scene at the intersection of Scenic Highway and Scenic Pines Drive in […]
A New College & Career Academy Is Coming to Walker County
🏫 The Gist: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced the approval of over $3 million in grants for establishing Walker Launch, a new College & Career Academy in Walker County to bolster workforce development and educational opportunities for students in the region. 📚 The Details: The State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia approved […]
Georgia Police Search for Suspect Accused of Pistol-whipping a Homeless Man
Chatham County authorities are intensifying efforts to locate suspect Kristal Monique Gadson, accused of violently assaulting and robbing a homeless man.
How Much Would the Gifts From ‘The 12 Days of Christmas’ Cost in 2024
How much would the gifts from the 12 Days of Christmas cost in 2023? The PNC Christmas Price Index is back with some cheer — or, perhaps, a bit of a grim reminder of inflation. It’s a whopping $47,000 to get all the gifts listed in the classic holiday song. That’s a hefty increase over […]
Massive Fire Knocks Out Power in Downtown Macon: What We Know
🔥 The Gist: A massive fire at a vacant warehouse in downtown Macon on Thursday led to a widespread power outage affecting hundreds of residents and businesses. 🚧 The Details: The Macon-Bibb Fire Department responded to a fire at a vacant warehouse located at 5th Street and Pine Street, first spotted around 7:30 a.m. The […]

