Georgia faces a severe maternal mortality crisis, with one of the highest rates in the U.S.
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What Is Georgia’s Favorite Christmas Song?
A recent study revealed Georgia’s favorite Christmas songs based on search volume data over the past year.
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Here’s the 411 on How To Call the Santa Claus Hotline
Writing a letter to Santa Claus is a time-honored tradition for kids this time of year. Telling the big guy that they’ve been a good girl or boy, naming a few toys on their Christmas wish list, promising to leave a plate of cookies by the fireplace on Christmas Eve, and then sending the note off to […]
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Norcross Trash Pickup Schedule for Christmas Week Released
Norcross residents should prepare for a one-day delay in sanitation and recycling services due to the Christmas holiday.
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Best Practices for Implementing an Email Monetization Strategy
Providing valuable and engaging content is an effective method to attract and retain email subscribers. An additional advantage of this approach is the potential for email monetization. In this article, we will explore the fundamentals of email monetization and the best practices for implementing a successful strategy. Keep reading this article for valuable insights and […]
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The Most Popular Hunting States According to U.S. Hunters
The number of hunters in the US continues to grow, which is not at all surprising considering the fact that hunting is deemed a noble and cultural tradition that is rooted deep in American culture. It has become, for many, a rite of passage, and continues to be an active part of many families’ way […]
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Can the State of New York Force Chick-fil-A To Open on Sundays?
New York State lawmakers have introduced a bill targeting Chick-fil-A’s business hours, particularly its policy of closing on Sundays. This legislation focuses on Chick-fil-A locations at state-run travel plazas on the Thruway, proposing a mandate for seven-day operations.
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Should You Use Hazard Lights When You Drive in the Rain?
Georgia’s traffic laws require the use of headlights in poor weather conditions, while advising against the use of hazard lights while driving.
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College Football Fans Confused Over 5-Star Quarterback Dylan Raiola’s Odd Announcement
In one of the biggest recruiting stories of the year, 5-star quarterback Dylan Raiola, the nation’s No. 2 overall player and top-ranked passer, flipped his commitment from Georgia to Nebraska. Raiola made his announcement on social media Monday afternoon, using a poem to declare that he’ll be following in his father’s footsteps and becoming a Cornhusker in 2024. […]
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How Did Atlanta’s Buckhead Area Get Its Name?
Nestled in the heart of Atlanta, Buckhead is known today for its upscale shops, elegant hotels, and bustling business district. But the origin of its name takes us back to a more rustic, early 19th-century Georgia. The Early Days of Buckhead The story of Buckhead’s name begins with Henry Irby, a significant figure in the […]
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South Fulton Opens Warming Center Due To Freezing Temperatures
📢 The Gist: South Fulton has opened a temporary warming center at Burdett Park in response to the National Weather Service’s forecast of extreme cold, providing shelter from the evening of Dec. 18 through the night of Dec. 20. 🌡️ The Details: The city of South Fulton is taking proactive steps in response to the […]
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Stolen ATV Recovered in Twiggs County
In a joint operation, the Twiggs County Sheriff’s Office and Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office successfully located a stolen ATV on December 11, hidden in woods near a suspect’s residence.
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Americans Set To Spend a Whopping $24 Billion on Holiday Gift Exchanges
A new survey estimates Americans will spend over $24 billion in total for gifts this year — and many of those gifts will be given in Secret Santa or White Elephant exchanges. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults who celebrate Christmas revealed 84% participate in gift exchanges during the holiday season — 54% participating in […]
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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Gives $1,000 Bonus to Teachers and State Employees
📰 The Gist: Governor Brian Kemp announced a $1,000 bonus for the state’s 308,000 state employees and educators in Georgia, along with significant funding for school safety measures. 🏛️ The Details: In Atlanta, Kemp, accompanied by key state officials, unveiled two major initiatives. The first is a retention pay supplement of $1,000 for roughly 112,000 […]
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Holiday Travel Gets Cheaper: Georgia Gas Prices Drop Ahead of Christmas
Georgia drivers are experiencing a decrease in gas prices, now averaging $2.96 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which is lower compared to last week but higher than last month and last year.
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Atlanta Rents: More Choices, More Competition in 2023
📊 The Gist: Atlanta’s rental market exhibits resilience and growth, highlighted by a stabilizing effect from new apartment constructions and a robust suburban market. 🏙️ The Details: According to RentCafe, Atlanta’s rental market in 2023 was buoyed by a 2% growth in new apartment inventory, with the suburbs experiencing a nearly threefold increase in new […]
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Pedestrian Injured in Bibb County Crash Sunday Night
🚨 The Gist: A pedestrian was critically injured in a traffic collision on Arkwright Road in Bibb County, involving a Honda Civic. 🛣️ The Details: The incident occurred just after 8:30 p.m. Sunday near River Place Drive. According to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, A 45-year-old man, while crossing Arkwright Road, was hit by a […]
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Top Tips for Ensuring Business Wellbeing in 2024, from Jade Alexander- Esteves, of Moneypenny and VoiceNation
Moneypenny and VoiceNation, leaders in outsourced calls and communications have been consistently recognised for their people strategy, and the leadership team firmly believes that employee wellbeing and satisfaction is central to achieving business success in 2024 and beyond. Jade Alexander- Esteves, Head of people for Moneypenny and VoiceNation comments, “As we near the end of […]
