🕵️ The Gist: The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with several other law enforcement agencies, made 38 arrests on various felony and misdemeanor charges during a two-day multi-jurisdictional task force operation called “Operation Safe Summer 2024.” 🤔 Why It Matters: The arrests of these suspected offenders contribute to making the communities in DeKalb County […]
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How To Get Your Streaming Services For Free
Discover how to access free streaming services through your wireless carrier. Learn about the hidden perks of your mobile plan and save on popular streaming platforms.
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Meet The Next President of Augusta University
The University System of Georgia Board of Regents Thursday named a veteran of the university system as the sole finalist for president of Augusta University. Russell Keen has worked in the system for the last 22 years, including the last nine years as the university’s executive vice president for administration and chief of staff to […]
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Meet The New Principal at Bells Ferry Elementary School
Bells Ferry Elementary School has a new principal, Kendra Brooks, who brings over two decades of experience in education with Cobb Schools. With roles ranging from teacher to mentor to assistant principal, Brooks is ready to lead Bells Ferry with a vision centered on student success and community collaboration. Brooks began her career as a […]
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From Potholes to Progress: What Can $16.9 Million Do For Georgia’s Roads and Bridges?
🚧 The Gist: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and the State Road and Tollway Authority Board of Directors have approved $16.9 million in Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank loans and grants to fund five transportation infrastructure projects across the state. 🤔 Why It Matters: The funding will help improve transportation infrastructure, enhance mobility, and drive economic development […]
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Georgia Lieutenant Governor: Here’s How Trump Will Win in 2024
Inflation will drive support for former President Donald Trump’s bid to return to the White House, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones predicted Thursday. “2020 was the personality vote,” Jones, the first Georgia elected official to back Trump’s first campaign for president in 2015, said during a luncheon speech at the Georgia Press Association’s annual conference. “2024 […]
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Property Taxes Could Be Going Up in Chamblee
🗳️ The Gist: The City of Chamblee, Georgia, is hosting a series of public hearings to discuss the proposed property tax rate for 2024, which is set to remain the same as the previous four years at 6.25 mills. 🤔 Why It Matters: The proposed property tax rate will result in a 7.87% increase in […]
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Sonny’s BBQ in Lawrenceville Engulfed in Flames After Lightning Strike
🚨 The Gist: A fire broke out at Sonny’s BBQ in Lawrenceville on Tuesday evening after a lightning strike, causing significant damage to the restaurant. 📍 What Happened: Firefighters responded to a report of a business fire at Sonny’s BBQ at 8:09 p.m. on Tuesday. 🌁 The Photos: ⚡ Between the Lines: The cause of […]
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A Georgia Deputy Was Attacked By A Dog
🚨 Incident Details: An Effingham County Sheriff’s Deputy is on the mend after being attacked by a dog while attempting to apprehend suspects at a Guyton residence. 🕵️ Investigation Gone Awry: 🐶 Dog Attack: 💥 Tragic Outcome: In the chaos of the attack, the dog was shot and killed by law enforcement. 🚔 Suspects in […]
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Athens Grand Jury Indicts 4 in Gang-related Murder of 3-year-old
An Athens-Clarke County grand jury has indicted four members of a local street gang in the fatal shooting of a 3-year-old boy, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced Wednesday. Kyron Santino Zarco Smith was shot in the chest in March when a bullet came through his home at the Hallmark Mobile Home Park while he […]
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Father’s Day 2024: Tech Gifts and Gadgets for Dad
Father’s Day is coming up, and finding the perfect gift for your tech-loving dad can be tough. Whether he’s into gadgets or just likes to stay updated with the latest tech, this guide will help you out. We’ll look at different tech gift ideas that will make any dad happy. From smart home devices to […]
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Here’s How Atlanta Plans to Help Small Businesses Impacted By The Water Crisis
The Gist: Atlanta has started a fund to help small businesses hurt by this week’s water crisis. This fund gives money and support to help these businesses recover. Why It Matters: The water crisis made it hard for many small businesses in Atlanta to stay open. This fund is important because it helps these businesses […]
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These 5 Georgia School Districts Are Getting Electric Buses
Five Georgia school districts have been awarded federal grants to buy electric school buses. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will allocate $29.4 million in grant funding to the school districts in Brooks, Clayton, DeKalb, Douglas, and Jeff Davis counties through the agency’s Clean School Bus Rebate Program. “Electric school buses produce zero tailpipe emissions, […]
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Atlanta’s Water Crisis Continues as City Works to Restore Service
🌆 Citywide Impact: While the water outages and low pressure have affected many parts of Atlanta, city operations are running normally in most areas, including critical infrastructure like the airport, municipal court, detention center, and E911 operations. 🏥 Hospitals Coping: 🚨 Boil Water Advisory: The boil water advisory remains in effect out of an abundance […]
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Gwinnett County Transit Tax: What You Need to Know
🗳️ The Referendum: Gwinnett County residents will have the opportunity to shape the future of their transportation system on November 5, as the Board of Commissioners has approved a long talked about transit referendum to be placed on the General Election ballot. 💰 Funding the Plan: 🚍 Proposed Improvements: 🚫 What’s Not Included: The new […]
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19-Year-Old Arrested in West 34th and Burroughs Street Shooting in Savannah
🔍 The Incident: The Savannah Police Department has made an arrest in connection with a shooting that occurred on June 1, at the intersection of West 34th and Burroughs Street. 🚓 The Arrest: Bernard Wolfolk, 19, was taken into custody on June 3 and charged with aggravated assault for his alleged involvement in the shooting. […]
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Should Georgia Allow Cellphone Jamming in Prisons?
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to take immediate action to allow cellphone jamming devices to be used inside state prisons and local jails. The FCC currently prohibits state and local governments from using jammers, a policy that dates back to the 1990s, before prison inmates began using contraband […]
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Here Are The Educators Who Are Retiring from Gwinnett County Schools
As the school year ends, Gwinnett County Public Schools is saying goodbye to 518 dedicated teachers and staff members. These educators have spent a total of 12,710 combined years in education. They have dedicated 10,772 of those years to helping students in Gwinnett County. Impressive Numbers Out of the 518 retirees, 295 of them, or […]
