More Democrats than Republicans turned out to vote in Tuesday’s primary election, flipping the outcome in the midterm primary election of four years ago when the GOP dominated. The strong showing could be a singular incident, or a trend that endures to the November general election and the head-to-head contests between the two parties. Democratic […]
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Free summer concerts coming to Cobb County parks
Summer is bringing a full lineup of free and ticketed outdoor concerts to Cobb County, with shows scheduled across Marietta, Smyrna, and Mableton. Free Shows in Marietta and Smyrna The Marietta Glover Park Concert Series kicks off May 29 with A1A, a Jimmy Buffett tribute band, as part of a 40th Anniversary Celebration. Organizers are […]
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Cherokee County homeless coalition says tents and meals alone won’t end homelessness
A Cherokee County organization that works with people experiencing homelessness is pushing back on a common assumption about what it takes to solve the problem. The Homeless Coalition of Cherokee County says that while providing food and shelter in a crisis is necessary, it is not enough on its own to address homelessness in the […]
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Scammers are calling Fayette County residents and pretending to be sheriff’s deputies
Someone is calling Fayette County residents, pretending to be a sheriff’s deputy, and demanding money to help them avoid jury duty — and the sheriff’s office wants people to know the calls are fake. What’s Happening: The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office says it has gotten multiple reports of the scam calls. The callers are telling […]
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Georgia has a new state flower, and you can find it in Columbus
Georgia has a new state flower, and it is one that actually belongs here. The state senate recently passed a bill replacing the Cherokee rose with the sweetbay magnolia as Georgia’s official state flower, according to the Columbus Botanical Garden. The Cherokee rose, while long associated with Georgia, is considered an invasive species. The sweetbay […]
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Police search for wanted Georgia man charged with child sex crimes
Gwinnett County police want your help finding a man accused of multiple serious crimes against a child. What’s Happening: Bernardo Antonio Romero-Linarte is wanted on warrants charging him with kidnapping, false imprisonment, aggravated sodomy, aggravated child molestation, sexual battery, and child molestation. Police do not know where he is. He was last known to be […]
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Glynn County police crack down on illegal e-bikes and dirt bikes
Glynn County police say they will actively enforce Georgia laws covering electric bikes and electric motorcycles throughout the county, targeting a rise in minors riding high-speed electric vehicles on public roads, sidewalks, and trails. What’s Happening: Officers will be writing tickets, making court referrals, and impounding vehicles that do not meet Georgia’s legal requirements for […]
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Woodstock firefighters will soak kids at free summer fkickoff event Friday
What’s happening: The Woodstock Fire Department is hosting a free “Wet Down” event from 4 to 5 p.m. Friday at the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater, located at 101 Arnold Mill Road. Crews will run several rounds of hose spraying throughout the hour. What to expect: The department says students should plan to get wet. Popsicles, hula […]
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Scam Alert: Texts accusing Rome residents of ‘messing with some girl’ are fake
What’s Happening: Residents are getting random texts accusing them of “messing with some girl” and demanding money, according to Rome police. When someone refuses to pay, the scammers follow up by sending maps of local addresses, names of family members, and threatening videos to try to scare the person into paying. What’s Important: The scammers […]
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A Coweta County man is missing. His car was found abandoned in Carroll County
A 25-year-old Coweta County man has been missing for four days, and his car has been found abandoned in a neighboring county. What’s Happening: Malik Polk was last heard from May 17. His family reported him missing two days later. His phone is turned off, and his family has not been able to reach him. […]