🚇 The Gist: MARTA’s Five Points Station, a crucial link in Atlanta’s public transport system, is set for a transformative redevelopment. Now entering the public review stage, the project aims to convert the station into a vibrant civic area. 🏗️ The Details: Key to this transformation is the replacement of the current concrete canopy with […]
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Retired Boomers Plan to Return to Work in 2024
Staring at walls proving dull, 12% of retired Americans are eyeing a return to work next year – inflation and empty piggy banks are nudging them back, and so is boredom, the survey reveals.
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6 Things You Didn’t Know About Clayton State University
Clayton State University, located in Morrow, is more than just an educational institution. Known for its strong academic programs, it also harbors a multitude of unique features and accomplishments. Here are some detailed and specific aspects of the university that you might find surprising. Historical Milestones in Growth Founded in 1969, Clayton State University originally […]
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Will Cobb County Residents Donate Gifts to 1,000 Local Families This Year?
🚌 The Gist: Cobb County’s Stuff-A-Bus toy drive, running from December 12-14, aims to collect donations for about 1,000 local families. 🎁 The Details: Stuff-A-Bus, an annual event organized by Cobb Christmas, Inc., CobbLinc, First Transit, and local businesses and volunteers, is deploying a specially-wrapped bus to various locations in Cobb County. Residents are encouraged […]
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11 Arrested in Haralson County Drug Bust
🚨 The Gist: Eleven individuals were arrested in Haralson County following an extensive drug investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies. The operation targeted a drug trafficking organization operating in several counties in Georgia and Alabama. 🔍 The Details: The joint investigation was conducted by various agencies, including the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, local sheriff’s offices, […]
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Deputies Kill 60-Year-old Armed Georgia Man
The Gist: In Bethlehem, Georgia a police shooting on December 3, led to the death of 60-year-old Robert Reynolds Sr., during a response to a domestic disturbance. The Details: According to the GBI, Barrow County Sheriff’s Office deputies encountered the armed Reynolds at a home on Thorn Brook Circle. In the ensuing confrontation, three deputies […]
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Brian Kemp Wants To Give You Another Tax Cut
Gov. Brian Kemp said Monday he will ask Georgia lawmakers to provide additional tax relief during the upcoming legislative session by accelerating a state income tax cut lawmakers adopted last year. House Bill 1437 set in place a reduction in the state’s income tax rate from 5.75% to 4.99%, to be phased in over several […]
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Georgia Weather: Warm December Temperatures Are Here To Stay
As Georgians welcome another week, they can expect a medley of warm days, sunny skies, clear nights, and the occasional shower, according to the latest weather forecasts. Starting today, the state basks under mostly sunny skies, with temperatures peaking near a comfortable 70 degrees. However, residents should brace for an uptick in wind speeds, as […]
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Atlanta Is One of America’s Most Fun Cities: Here’s Why
📊 The Gist: A new report ranks American cities by their fun factor, with Las Vegas taking the top spot. Atlanta, known for its vibrant music scene, ranks fourth. 🌟 The Details: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans spend over $3,400 annually on entertainment. WalletHub’s report, which evaluates 65 key metrics in areas […]
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Georgia’s Gas Tax Is Back and So Are Higher Gas Prices
Feeling the pinch at the pump, Georgia’s gas prices are soaring, now averaging $3.06 per gallon. Thanks to the termination of the gas tax suspension and the soaring cost of oil, Georgian drivers are pauperized, with further increases looming. It’s a fiscal hit affecting everyone, especially regular commuters – time to hunt for those fuel savings programs.
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Inmate Dies in Cobb County Jail: What We Know
🚨 The Gist: A detainee at Cobb County Jail, identified as Jose Razo, died at Kennestone Hospital on Saturday, Dec. 2, after being found unresponsive in his cell. 🔍 The Details: According to the Sheriff’s Office, Razo’s cellmate noticed his unresponsiveness and used the cell’s emergency button to call for help. Jail staff and medical […]
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The Nest in Kennesaw Is Closing Today
After seven years of being a culinary and social cornerstone in downtown Kennesaw, The Nest, known for its Southern barbecue and vibrant beer garden, is closing its doors today. Located in the heart of Kennesaw’s historic downtown, The Nest has been a harmonious blend of two 1880s homes, offering a unique dining experience with its […]
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At Least 5 Georgians Infected With Salmonella From Cantaloupes
📰 The Gist: The Georgia Department of Public Health is cautioning residents about eating pre-cut cantaloupe due to a Salmonella outbreak that has infected at least five people in the state. 🍈 The Details: The contaminated cantaloupe has sickened 117 people across the country, with nearly half requiring hospitalization. The recalled cantaloupe is sold at […]
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Georgia Weather: Expect a Rainy Weekend
🌧️ The Gist: North and Central Georgia face a hazardous weather outlook, with widespread showers and scattered thunderstorms expected. The primary concerns are heavy rain and potential localized flooding. 🌀 The Details: This weather alert focuses on the immediate and short-term forecast for North and Central Georgia. It outlines two key periods: 📚 In Context: […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Make More Changes to Congressional Districts 6 and 7
ATLANTA – The Georgia Senate’s Republican majority released a new congressional map for the Peach State Friday aimed at creating an additional Black majority district as ordered by a federal judge. The proposed map, which the General Assembly will begin considering next week, would radically alter the 6th Congressional District the GOP-controlled legislature drew two […]
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Should Atlanta Spend $500,000 To Support The Homeless at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport?
📰 The Gist: The Atlanta City Council is set to vote on a resolution to provide support services for homeless people who come to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, focusing on non-criminalization and welfare. 🔍 The Details: Councilmembers Andrea L. Boone, Marci Collier Overstreet, Michael Julian Bond, Matt Westmoreland, and Antonio Lewis have proposed a resolution […]
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Georgia’s Favorite Christmas Candy Will Surprise You
🍬 The Gist: In Georgia, the top Christmas candy for 2023 is Starburst, followed by Candy Canes and Reindeer Corn, according to CandyStore.com. Surprisingly, chocolate-based candies are absent from the top ranks in the peach state. 🎄 The Details: The interactive map from CandyStore.com, based on 16 years of sales data, shows a unique preference […]
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Georgia Adopts New Redistricting Maps: But Do They Solve the Problem?
ATLANTA – The Republican-controlled General Assembly passed new legislative district lines Friday over Democrats’ objections that they don’t comply with a federal court order that found maps lawmakers drew in 2021 violate the Voting Rights Act. House lawmakers passed a new House map 101-77, voting along party lines. The state Senate followed suit, adopting a […]
