Three Georgia neighborhoods are getting national attention for something locals have known for years — eating outside here just hits different. Savannah’s Historic District, Poncey-Highland in Atlanta, and Downtown Athens all landed on a new list of the best neighborhoods in the country for outdoor dining. 🍽 Why It Matters: Outdoor dining is part of […]
Posted inWeather
The Heat is On Again in Georgia This Weekend
Georgia slides back to its summer default heat—right around 91—with much of the state sweating out upper-80s to mid-90s through midweek, according to the National Weather Service in Atlanta. 🌡️ Why It Matters: Heat index values flirting with triple digits change weekend plans and outdoor work. The weather service says some spots could feel like […]
Posted inHoroscope
Weekly Horoscope Insights: Mercury is Out of Retrograde Now
Venus entered Cancer midweek and put the spotlight on emotional truths, while reality checks via Venus–Saturn and Venus–Neptune squares remind us that boundaries are acts of self-love. In short: Your horoscope this week is about speaking your truth, the real one, and making sure every word matters. ♈ AriesThis week, Aries, you’re running on pure […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
School Bus Crash in Cobb County: What We Know
A school bus crash involving two SUVs and a bus stopped traffic near Marietta Friday morning. Drivers faced delays and worry at South Cobb Drive and Pearl Street. Cobb County School Officials confirmed the bus was a Cobb County bus. “Earlier today, a school bus was involved in an accident when another vehicle ran a […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Slow Down, Sandy Springs: School Zone Cameras Are Watching
If you drive past North Springs or Riverwood on a school day, mind your speed. Sandy Springs says its school-zone cameras are back on and ticketing drivers who push it. 🚸 Why It Matters: Kids are crossing. Buses are loading. One distracted minute can change a family’s year. The city’s automated cameras raise the odds […]
Posted inCrime
3 Georgia Family Members Guilty in Pandemic Fraud Scandal
A Southwest Georgia man was convicted in federal court this week of wire fraud resulting from a pandemic fraud scheme involving family members. Tyreek Brown, 28, of Pelham faces a maximum of 30 years in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release and a $1 million fine. He will be sentenced at […]
Posted inYour Government
Sonny Perdue May Get a $50,000 Per Year Pay Raise
Chancellor Sonny Perdue, head of the University System of Georgia, could be getting a pay raise to the tune of $50,000, bringing his salary to $572,500. The Board of Regents voted to move the raise forward Tuesday and kick off a 30-day waiting period before they can vote on the raise. The vote came at […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
These 22 Roads in Warner Robins Are Set for Resurfacing
Warner Robins residents could soon see smoother drives as the city tackles its worst roads with a multi-million dollar resurfacing project starting next month. 🛣️ Why It Matters: The $2.48 million investment comes as construction costs have skyrocketed, with the price to repave just one mile jumping 43% since 2023 — meaning your tax dollars […]
Posted inGeorgia Places
What Are Georgia’s Best Adventure Destinations?
Three Georgia outdoor destinations are gaining national recognition as adventure-seekers increasingly trade beach vacations for adrenaline-pumping getaways. 🏞️ Why It Matters: The growing popularity of Tallulah Gorge, Providence Canyon, and the Okefenokee Swamp could bring significant tourism dollars to these smaller Georgia communities while highlighting the state’s surprisingly diverse natural landscapes. 🧗♀️ What’s Happening: A […]
Posted inWeather
Will Tropical Storm Erin Miss Georgia?
(The Center Square) – Coastline states of Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina may be poised to miss a major hurricane. The National Hurricane Center, an arm of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, on Thursday morning was sporting a cone of probability map showing a turn to the north this weekend into Tuesday […]