A Sunoco gas station on Pio Nono Avenue, Macon, was robbed by an armed man on Saturday.
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‘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 […]
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Help Stock the Pantry: Participate in Roswell’s Holiday Food Drive
📦 The Gist: The City of Roswell has organized a Winter Holiday Food Drive to support North Fulton Community Charity’s Food Pantry, with donations accepted until December 16 at various locations. 📅 The Details: Residents of Roswell are encouraged to contribute to the Winter Holiday Food Drive, a charitable effort to support the North Fulton […]
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Your Daily Informer: Breaking Down the World’s Most Current News
In an ever-evolving world, staying abreast of the latest news stories is paramount. From volatile political debates to breaking developments in technology, the scope of global news is wide. Whereas ten years ago, the world was largely disconnected, developers at Tower.bet casino included; today, everyone is linked through threads of digital information that make it […]
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Violent Domestic Attack at DeKalb County Intersection Ends in 25-Year Sentence
🚔 The Gist: A Lithonia woman’s harrowing encounter with her then-boyfriend in January 2021 led to his conviction and a 25-year prison sentence. 📜 The Details: The situation escalated during a dinner, where Lavon Bell accused his girlfriend of cheating and threatened her life. She discreetly alerted the police from the restaurant’s bathroom, concerned for […]
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Georgia Chick-fil-A Worker Pinned Between Two Cars in Drive-thru Pileup: What We Know
The Incident: At a Chick-fil-A in Dublin, Georgia, a drive-thru accident resulted in a 17-year-old employee being pinned between two cars. The accident, which involved four vehicles, occurred when a Volkswagen ID.4 unexpectedly accelerated, causing a chain reaction crash. The Aftermath: The teen was hospitalized with multiple injuries. The restaurant temporarily closed but resumed normal […]
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15 Unconventional Christmas Albums From the Past 50 Years
Stacker brings readers 15 of the most unconventional Christmas albums, from new material to covers to those totally made up for an alternate universe.
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Fayette County Wins Bid for U.S. Soccer’s National Training Hub
U.S. Soccer announced its new National Training Center in Fayette County.
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Three Arrested in Connection With Albany Shooting Death
🚨 The Gist: Albany Police apprehended individuals connected to a December 6 shooting, resulting in arrests for murder and related charges. 🔍 The Details: On December 6, Albany Police responded to a shooting on Willard Avenue. Keyunte Treshawn Stephens, 22, was found dead. Two others, Germaine Stephens, 44, and Zenobia Tucker, 19, sustained serious injuries […]
