(The Center Square) — A new analysis found 1.4 million people across Georgia lived in food-insecure households from 2020-22 and the state saw one of the highest rates for children in the country who were food insecure. According to food insecurity data from the United States Department of Agriculture and analyzed by Hunger Free America, that represents […]
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Arrest Made in Shooting of Man in Bibb County Walmart Parking Lot
🚓 The Gist: A 21-year-old man was arrested for aggravated assault after shooting a driver in the parking lot of a Walmart in Bibb County, near Macon. 🚔 The Details: The incident occurred just before 6:20 p.m. at 6020 Harrison Road. The male victim, inside his vehicle in the lower parking lot, was approached by […]
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Only in Georgia: A Waffle House Wannabe, a Thrift Store Shocker, and Other Odd News
Recent months have served up a hearty slice of the bizarre and delightful headlines in The Peach State. From stealthy diner escapades to vintage finds and cinematic surprises, here’s a glimpse into the quirky happenings that have spiced up Georgia. The Waffle House Wannabe: In Riverdale, a cunning caper unfolded at a local Waffle House, […]
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Town Hall Alert: Woodstock’s Chance to Shape State Laws
📅 The Gist: State Representatives Jordan Ridley and Charlice Byrd have scheduled a town hall meeting in Woodstock to discuss the upcoming 2024 legislative session and gather community feedback. 🗣️ The Details: The meeting, slated for January 13, 2024, at 9 a.m., will be held at Tavern at Towne Lake in Woodstock. This event offers […]
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Ice Alert: Freezing Rain and High Winds Hit Northeast Georgia
🌧 The Gist: Residents in Northeast Georgia face a freezing rain advisory, with potential ice accumulations and gusty winds up to 30 mph from tonight through early Saturday morning. ❄️ The Details: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for parts of Georgia. This includes areas like Towns, Union, Fannin, Gilmer, Dawson, […]
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Coweta County Deputy Eric Minix Killed in The Line of Duty: What We Know
The Gist: Deputy Sheriff Eric Minix of the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office lost his life in the line of duty on January 4, during a vehicle pursuit. The Details: In a recent pursuit of a stolen vehicle that crossed into Alabama, Deputy Sheriff Eric Minix was tragically struck by a police car. The incident occurred […]
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Photos: Apartment Fire in Vinings
A significant blaze has erupted at an apartment complex in Vinings, specifically within the 3300 block of Spring Hill Parkway. This is a developing story and the Cobb County Fire Department has not released complete information yet. We do know that the response team comprises multiple units, including Company 5, Company 19, Company 4, Squad […]
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Georgia’s Holiday Traffic Toll: 24 Lives Lost in Car Crashes
🚗 The Gist: During the Christmas and New Year’s holiday periods, a total of 24 fatal traffic crashes were reported in Georgia, leading to the loss of 24 lives. Georgia State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies conducted extensive traffic activities. 🚨 The Details: The 102-hour Christmas holiday period, starting December 22 and ending December […]
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Yes, a Massive Winter Storm Is Moving Through the U.S. No, Georgia Won’t Get Snow
🌩️ The Gist: Georgia faces significant weather disruptions as two major storms sweep across the United States. The first storm, bringing snow and ice, targets the Northeast, while the second, forecasted to bring heavy rain and thunderstorms, impacts Georgia and the Gulf Coast. 🌀 The Details: Georgia braces for the impact of a cross-country storm […]
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Georgia’s Unpaid Overtime Skyrockets: Workers Clocked 1.7 Billion More Hours in 2023
📈 The Gist: Georgia employees worked a staggering 1.7 billion more unpaid overtime hours in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to a recent study by Rebel’s Guide to Project Management. 🔍 The Details: The study surveyed 3,000 employees, uncovering a nationwide increase in unpaid overtime, with a total of 46 billion hours in […]
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Georgia Man Severely Burned While Opening a Bag of Potato Chips with A Lighter
In a peculiar and unfortunate incident, a 75-year-old man from Dalton, suffered severe injuries while attempting to open a bag of potato chips using a lighter. According to officials, the unusual accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon at around 4:30 p.m. at an apartment complex located on Sir Lancelot Place in Dalton. The man, whose identity […]
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On the Brink: Georgia Workers to Reach Burnout Threshold by Mid-Year
📊 The Gist: A recent study by SoftwareConnect indicates that the average worker in Georgia is predicted to reach burnout by July 8, 2024, after 190 days into the year. This finding is part of a broader analysis on occupational burnout across various professions and states. 🔍 The Details: The study, involving 3,000 workers, sought […]
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9-Year-Old Boy Killed in Hit-And-Run in Atlanta
In a heart-wrenching incident Wednesday evening, a 9-year-old boy lost his life in a hit and run crash at 365 Cleveland Avenue in Atlanta. The Atlanta Police Department, responding to the scene around 6:26 p.m. found the young victim with critical injuries. Despite being rushed to the hospital, the child died at the hospital. The […]
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Bomb Threat at The Georgia State Capitol: What We Know
🚨 The Gist: The Georgia State Capitol was targeted with a bomb threat, causing a delayed opening and an increased security presence Wednesday. 🔍 The Details: Gabriel Sterling, an official with the Georgia Secretary of State’s office, confirmed a bomb threat at the Georgia State Capitol. The threat was part of a series affecting various […]
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Judge rejects voter intimidation charges against conservative group in Georgia
A federal judge has ruled in favor of a Texas-based conservative group in a lawsuit over its effort to lodge more than 364,000 challenges to Georgia voters’ eligibility. U.S. District Judge Steve Jones, the same jurist who upheld state’s new congressional and legislative district maps last week, declared Tuesday that True the Vote’s actions did […]
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How to Recycle Electronics in Milton
🌿 The Gist: Milton has enhanced its recycling efforts with the introduction of collection bins at City Hall for items like plastic film and electronics, marking the start of more ambitious sustainability plans. 🌱 The Details: The City of Milton is pushing forward with its recycling initiatives. This week, City Hall introduced three new collection […]
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Manchester High School Student’s Death: Suspect in Custody
In a somber turn of events, the community of Manchester is grappling with a tragic incident. A’darius Jashawn Williams, 19, has been charged with the murder of 17-year-old Brandon Smith, a student at Manchester High School. Smith was last seen on December 7, and reported missing shortly after. The grim reality surfaced on December 10, […]
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Could North Georgia See Snow Wednesday?
🌧️ The Gist: A weather system is set to bring rain and potential light snow to parts of North Georgia, with the greatest snowfall expected in higher elevations. 🌡️ The Details: The National Weather Service in Atlanta forecasts rain starting Wednesday and continuing into Thursday. In North Georgia’s mountainous regions, there’s a chance of light […]
