Now that April and Stress Awareness Month has come to a close and we have moved well into Mental Health Awareness Month, I thought it would be a good time to talk about the difference between good stress and bad stress and how they affect your mental health. Good stress Some stress can be good […]
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‘The Status Quo is Not Working:’ Fulton County’s Bold Plans for Change
The Gist: Fulton County continues to set the pace as a leading county in the nation, according to Chairman Robb Pitts’ State of the County address on May 10. Pitts highlighted the county’s effective COVID-19 response, efforts to tackle health disparities, strides in mental health care, and electoral improvements, while acknowledging the challenges that lie […]
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Bomb threat at Duluth Publix. What we know
The Gist: A sigh of relief for shoppers and workers at a local Publix in Duluth as police confirmed the store and surrounding area were safe after an earlier bomb threat. What Happened?: The widely used grocery store had to evacuate due to an anonymous tip about a possible bomb threat. Law enforcement quickly responded […]
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Victor Hill reports to prison in vacation attire
The Gist: Victor Hill, the former Clayton County sheriff, has been ordered to report to a federal prison today. This comes after Hill’s conviction last year for abusing detainees through the misuse of a restraint. What Happened: Hill, well-known for his presence in the spotlight, shared a video on social media, presumably of him boarding […]
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Roswell police charge Ohio high school teacher with child molestation
A high school teacher from Ohio is facing multiple child exploitation charges following an arrest by Roswell Police. Brandon Gordon, 40, was taken into custody without incident last Friday, marking a milestone in a long-running investigation into his online interactions with an individual he believed to be an underage girl. Gordon, who was teaching orchestra […]
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Home Grown: Zac Brown gets honorary degree from University of West Georgia
Internationally acclaimed musician Zac Brown, best known as the founder and lead singer of the Zac Brown Band, was awarded an honorary doctorate of humane letters by the University of West Georgia during its spring commencement ceremonies. Brown, a former UWG student and Georgia native, accepted the honorary degree before an audience of over 4,700 […]
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Get ready for thunderstorms in Georgia this week
Expect a week of afternoon thunderstorms throughout much of Georgia this week. The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for portions of North and Central Georgia, warning residents of the potential for scattered showers and thunderstorms primarily across the western region of the state. Today and tonight, residents in these areas can […]
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Should Georgia hospitals have their own police forces?
When Destiny heard screams, she raced to a hospital room where she saw a patient assaulting a care technician. As a charge nurse at Northeast Georgia Health System, she was trained to de-escalate violent situations. But that day in spring 2021, as Destiny intervened, for several minutes the patient punched, kicked, and bit her. And […]
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Traffic Alert: Sinkhole on Arnold Mill Road in Cherokee County
Arnold Mill Road in Cherokee County, eastbound at the intersection of Grimes and Mountain roads, is closed due to a developing sinkhole, causing disruptions for local traffic. The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office reported the closure earlier today. Commuters are asked to find alternate routes while crews are working on the site. Despite the road closure, access […]
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Georgia’s medical cannabis program is (finally) taking off
Trulieve Georgia has opened one of two new medical cannabis dispensaries in Macon. ATLANTA – When the state agency overseeing Georgia’s medical cannabis program issued the first dispensary licenses late last month, it gave the two licensees four months to get them up and running. Trulieve Georgia and Botanical Sciences LLC won’t need nearly that […]
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Police kill 76-year-old Georgia man in connection with wife’s shooting
The Gist: A tense standoff in Senoia ended tragically when law enforcement officers shot and killed Michael Adams, 76, after he allegedly shot his wife during a domestic dispute on Saturday. What Happened?: Responding to a call about the dispute on Tranquil Road, officers found Adams armed. According to the GBI, efforts to get him […]
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Meet the new CEO of the Marietta College and Career Academy
MARIETTA — Marietta City Schools is set to welcome workforce development expert Rob Garcia III as the new CEO of its College and Career Academy. Garcia, an Auburn University graduate and Marietta native, will begin his role this summer, bringing a wealth of experience to the table. Marietta City Schools Superintendent Grant Rivera expressed his […]
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Georgia 4-H summer camps get ready for the season
From the mountains to the sea, five Georgia 4-H centers are preparing for an exciting summer of camp. More than 8,000 students experienced the “best week ever” in 2022 and 8,600 campers are expected in 2023. Rock Eagle 4-H Center serves as the flagship facility for Georgia 4-H and its camping program. A story 58 years in the […]
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Georgia’s most popular dog names of 2023
Wag! ranked the 50 most popular dog names in Georgia based on its users’ data.
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Summer Fun Beckons as Cobb County Pools Prepare for May 27 Opening
The Gist: Cool down this summer as two local watering holes, Sewell Park Pool and Seven Springs Water Park, are set to open on May 27, offering a refreshing respite for Cobb County residents. What Happened?: Sewell Park Pool, at 2051 Lower Roswell Road in Marietta, is set to welcome swimmers seven days a week […]
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What’s Happening on Webb Bridge Road in Alpharetta?
The Gist: Webb Bridge Road is buzzing with activity these days. From tree removal to construction, changes are afoot around Alpharetta High School and the Big Creek Greenway, all part of the Webb Bridge Road Improvement Project. What Happened?: March saw the initiation of new phases in the Webb Bridge Road Improvement Project. This work, […]
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States with the highest rate of people killed by police: How does Georgia compare
Stacker cited data from the Washington Post’s Fatal Force Database to look at the rate of fatal police shootings per state in the U.S. since 2015.
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A woman who was found dismembered at a Liberty County hunting club has been identified
The Gist: Mindi Mebane Kassotis, the previously unidentified woman whose dismembered remains were discovered on a hunting club property in Riceboro last year, has been identified, and the investigation has led to the arrest of her husband. What Happened?: Mindi’s remains were found scattered across the hunting club land that traverses Liberty and McIntosh Counties […]
