After more than three decades with the schools system, Washington County School Superintendent Vickie Harden is stepping down. The Board of Education formally accepted her retirement at its June 12 meeting. She served Washington County Schools for 32 years. In that same meeting, board members announced that Timothy May will take over as superintendent starting […]
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Georgia Bets Big on the Lottery and it Shows
Georgia residents spend nearly $500 a year on lottery tickets. That’s not a typo. It’s money coming straight out of your pocket and going into a game where the odds are stacked against you. 🎲 What’s Happening: A new study from Motley Fool Money shows Georgians spend $492 per person on lottery tickets every year. […]
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Average
Key Term: Average- Averages don’t mean everyone has the same experience. They show the overall pattern across a lot of people. Just because your cousin, neighbor, or uncle had a different outcome doesn’t make the data wrong — it means they’re one person, not the whole picture.
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What to Know About Short-Term Rental Properties in Roswell
Roswell has introduced new rules to regulate short-term rentals like Airbnb, aiming to balance economic opportunities with neighborhood safety and quality of life. The rules, effective June 9, require registration, safety inspections, and occupancy limits. Enforcement begins January 31, 2026. 🏠 Why It Matters: This regulations address growing concerns about short-term rental properties disrupting neighborhoods […]
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MARTA Will Overhaul its Bus System with NextGen Network
MARTA will undergo a sweeping redesign of its bus network, aiming to triple access to frequent service and improve equity across the Atlanta region. The NextGen Bus Network, set to launch in late 2025, will streamline routes, expand on-demand options, and prioritize communities historically underserved by transit. Key ImprovementsThe overhaul addresses long-standing challenges in Atlanta’s […]
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As Sports Betting Stutters in Georgia, A New Way to Play Cements itself
Across the 50 states of America, there are now 39 that permit some form of modern gambling, be it sports betting on-land or with online bookmakers or casino gaming in dedicated venues or online via iGaming. There were efforts to make Georgia the 40th, but they petered out again in 2025. The industry has taken […]
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I-75 South Crash in Henry County Causes Major Delays for Commuters
A crash has shut down two right lanes on I-75 South near State Route 155 in Henry County, causing significant delays for morning commuters. 🚧 Why It Matters: The incident impacts a major Atlanta corridor, affecting thousands of drivers during rush hour. Delays could ripple through surrounding routes as traffic diverts. 🚗 What’s Happening: 🌉 […]
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Crash Blocks I-285 Ramp in DeKalb County
A crash has shut down the right lane of the ramp on I-285 North near Glenwood Road in DeKalb County, causing traffic delays during the morning commute. Officials estimate the scene will clear by 10 a.m. 🚨 Why It Matters: The incident impacts thousands of drivers during rush hour, with backups likely on one of […]
Posted inCrime
16-Year-Old Arrested in Murder of 22-Year-Old in Macon
A 16-year-old has been charged with murder in the shooting death of 22-year-old Marcus Cunningham Jr. at Autumn Trace Apartments. 🔍 What’s Happening: 📅 Catch Up Quick: 👮 Investigation Ongoing: Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.
Posted inEconomy
More Millionaires are Renting in Atlanta
Atlanta’s wealthiest residents are increasingly choosing apartments over homeownership, with 1 in 11 millionaire households opting to rent — a trend growing faster here than nearly anywhere else in the U.S. 🏙️ Why It Matters: The shift challenges traditional views of wealth and housing, signaling changing priorities among high earners post-pandemic. For renters and buyers […]