Open enrollment periods are typically the designated times to choose or change your health insurance plans. However, life doesn’t always align with these schedules, and you might need coverage outside this window. Fortunately, there are alternatives. This article explores five viable options for securing health insurance after the open enrollment period has closed. Short-Term Health […]
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Macon Water Authority Hosts Annual Kids Fishing Derby This Saturday
The Macon Water Authority invites the community to the Annual Kids Fishing Derby, a free event scheduled for this Saturday at Javors Lucas Lake, located at 150 Broach Lane in Macon. The event aims to provide a fun and engaging outdoor activity for families, encouraging children to enjoy fishing in a supportive environment. Participants are […]
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What Should You Know Before You Order Prescription Glasses Online?
Ordering prescription glasses online offers the convenience of shopping from the comfort of your home, with a wider range of frames and potentially lower prices than in-store. However, before you click ‘buy,’ there are several key factors to consider to ensure you get glasses that not only look great but also meet your vision needs. […]
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Georgia Senate Debates Sports Betting
A proposed constitutional amendment calling for a statewide referendum on whether to legalize sports betting in Georgia cleared the state Senate Tuesday. Senate Resolution 579 passed 41-12, garnering three more votes than the minimum two-thirds majority required to approve constitutional amendments in the General Assembly. Combined with an enabling bill specifying how sports betting would […]
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Athens DA Appoints Special Prosecutor in Laken Riley Murder Case Amid Cries for Death Penalty
The Gist: Athens District Attorney Deborah Gonzalez has enlisted Sheila Ross from the Prosecuting Attorney’s Council to lead the prosecution in the Laken Riley case, amid a contentious debate over the death penalty. The Details: The tragic death of Laken Riley, a 22-year-old nursing student found on the University of Georgia campus, has led to […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Push Immigration Bills in Response to Laken Riley’s Death
The killing of 22-year-old Laken Riley on the University of Georgia campus last week shocked and horrified people far beyond Athens. On Monday, the immigration status of the suspect in her killing reignited a debate over immigration policy in the Georgia Legislature and appears to have increased the odds of immigration-related legislation becoming state law. […]
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It’s Official: Roswell Now Owns The Old Crabapple Middle School Property
🌳 The Gist: Roswell has secured a deal to buy the former Crabapple Middle School site for $6.5 million, allowing for expanded city park and recreation services. 🔍 The Details: The City of Roswell and the Fulton County School District have agreed on the sale of the over 20-acre property at 10700 Crabapple Road, which […]
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Atlanta Police Hunt for Bold Credit Card Thief in $40,000 Spending Spree
🔍 The Gist: In a daring case of credit card fraud, a suspect and a person of interest racked up nearly $40,000 in unauthorized charges, sparking an Atlanta Police Department Fraud Unit investigation. 🕵️ The Details: The saga unfolded back in November, when Atlanta officers were called to a residence on Ponce De Leon Ave. […]
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Family Files $16 Million Lawsuit Against Georgia Deputy in Fatal Shooting of Leonard Cure
The family of Leonard Cure, a 53-year-old Black man who was fatally shot by a Georgia sheriff’s deputy during a traffic stop last year, has filed a $16 million lawsuit against the officer involved and against the Camden County Sheriff’s Office. The announcement was made in a press conference that included the family’s attorneys and […]
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Georgia is Still Facing Dry Conditions and a Risk of Wildfires
🔥 The Gist: Georgia continues to face high wildfire danger conditions due to a combination of strong winds and the possibility of dry fuels, marking an ongoing challenge for the region. 🌬 The Details: The National Weather Service in Peachtree City has issued a special weather statement warning of sustained winds of 10 to 15 […]
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Michigan Clergy Sexual Abuse Lawsuit: Victims Are Seeking Justice
In the now well-known legal battle against clergy sexual abuse, Michigan has become the center stage for seeking justice and accountability. Recent developments in the Michigan clergy sexual abuse lawsuit have brought to light the harrowing experiences of survivors and the urgent need for comprehensive reform within religious institutions. As victims continue to struggle with […]
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After Georgia Power Rate Hikes, Lawmakers Want You to Have a Voice in Future Increases
Two House and Senate Legislative committees have unanimously backed proposals that would shift the responsibilities of Georgia’s utilities regulators. The Senate Regulated Industries Committee passed Senate Bill 457 late last week, which would create a consumer’s utility counsel to advocate for the public in electric rate cases. Earlier in the week, a House Energy, Utilities […]
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Fishing Rights Bill Passes in Georgia House
Legislation guaranteeing Georgians the right to hunt and fish in the state’s navigable rivers and streams cleared the Georgia House Monday. House Bill 1172, which passed 107-60, is a follow-up to a bill the General Assembly passed on the final day of last year’s legislative session. Senate Bill 115 was quickly introduced and enacted after […]
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Coweta County Residents Targeted by Scammers Posing as Sheriff’s Office Employees
🚨 The Gist: Coweta County citizens are receiving fraudulent calls from individuals claiming to be local sheriff’s office employees, attempting to obtain personal information under the guise of arrest warrants. 🔍 The Details: The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office has issued a scam alert after several reports of scammers contacting residents, falsely stating they are employees […]
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Quick Action Saves a Man From Drowning After a Fishing Accident on a Northwest Georgia Lake
🚓 The Gist: A fishing trip turned nearly tragic when a boat capsized on a lake in Haralson County, leading to a possible drowning incident involving Greg Calvin King and his grandchild. 🔍 The Details: On February 26, deputies and emergency responders were dispatched to a lake at the intersection of Asa Cash Road and […]
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4,500 Marijuana Plants Seized in Major drug bust in Brantley County
🚓 The Gist: A collaborative law enforcement operation in Brantley County resulted in the seizure of a large quantity of marijuana and two firearms, with two people arrested. 🔍 The Details: On February 23, the Brantley County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Camden County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia Bureau of Investigation (Region 14), and the Nahunta […]
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Was Laken Riley’s Death Linked to Immigration Policy?
State Senate Republicans attacked President Joe Biden Monday for failing to enforce the nation’s immigration laws following the murder of an Augusta University nursing student on the campus of the University of Georgia. Jose Ibarra, a 26-year-old Venezuelan man in the country illegally, has been arrested and charged with the murder last Friday of Laken […]
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Did You Feel An Earthquake in Georgia This Weekend?
🌍 The Gist: A magnitude 2.2 earthquake lightly rattled Eatonton on February 25, highlighting the state’s occasional susceptibility to earthquakes. 🔍 The Details: Centered about 8.2 miles from Eatonton, with coordinates 33.208N, -83.356W, the quake struck at a depth of 3 km. Despite the minor magnitude, it serves as a reminder of Georgia’s potential for […]
