On January 23, 1984, a 4-year-old boy padded downstairs in his pajamas to say goodnight to his Daddy. He stopped, mid-step, transfixed by the television. There, on the screen, was a man who looked larger than life— blonde, mustachioed, and holding a golden belt high above his head. The boy’s Daddy patted the couch and […]
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Roswell Man Gets Prison Time for Threatening Former FBI Director Online
It started with a post — angry, reckless, and public. A man in Roswell, sitting behind a screen, typed out a threat that would echo far beyond the dark corners of the internet. Now, he’s facing 17 months in federal prison. 💻 What Happened: According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, 35-year-old John Woodbury posted a […]
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Georgia Native Hulk Hogan Dies at 71
He slammed a giant, went toe to toe with legends like Ric Flair and Randy Savage, and turned a carnival sport into a mainstream spectacle. Hulk Hogan died today. He was 71. The story of the icon began not with a roar, but with a quiet fact: Terry Gene Bollea, was born in Augusta, Georgia. […]
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Pilgrim’s Food Plant in Northwest Georgia Will Bring 630 Jobs
A leading food company will build a plant to produce prepared foods in Northwest Georgia, a $400 million investment expected to create more than 630 jobs when at full capacity, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday. The new Pilgrim’s plant will be located in Walker County, with hiring expected to begin in 2027. “Georgia’s No.-1 industry […]
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These Georgia Counties Are Seeing the Biggest Pay Bumps
Paychecks are getting bigger across Georgia, but a new study shows the boom isn’t hitting every county equally, with communities ringing the Atlanta metro area seeing the most dramatic gains. 📈 Why It Matters: The rankings from financial technology company SmartAsset offer a snapshot of where economic opportunity is growing fastest. The data reveals which […]
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Median
🔢 Key Term: Median– The Median is a way to find the middle number in a group of numbers. To find the median, you first put all the numbers in order from smallest to largest. If there is an odd number of numbers, the median is the one in the middle. If there is an […]
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What’s New at Gwinnett County Schools For the 2025 School Year?
While students were enjoying their summer break, construction crews were busy across Gwinnett County, giving dozens of schools a refresh before the first bell rings in August. 🏫 Why It Matters: These projects were funded by the voter-approved E-SPLOST sales tax and bonds. 🏗️ The Big Projects: According to Gwinnett County Public Schools, Archer High […]
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Cobb County Taxes Are Going Up: What You Need to Know
Your property tax bill is likely going up. Cobb County leaders voted to keep the tax rate the same, but rising home values mean you’ll probably pay more. 💰 Why It Matters: This decision affects your wallet. It also determines funding for essential services like police, fire departments, and road maintenance for the next year. […]
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Is it Easier to Talk to AI Than Your Doctor?
Forget Dr. Google, Americans are turning to artificial intelligence for their health needs.According to a survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, a little more than a third (35%) already use AI to learn about and manage aspects of their health and wellness. The top uses for this technology include: to get insight into specific medical conditions […]
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Fulton County Public Health Restores HIV Prevention Jobs After Layoffs
The Fulton County Board of Health will restore at least 14 jobs in HIV prevention and sexual health after laying off workers in May citing a lack of federal funding, officials told Healthbeat on Wednesday. The layoffs of 17 workers came amid delays in funding for HIV initiatives to state and local health departments from […]