John Fuchko ATLANTA – The University System of Georgia Board of Regents Wednesday named John Fuchko III sole finalist to become the next president of Dalton State College. Fuchko has served as Dalton’s interim president since June, when Margaret Venable retired after eight years as the school’s first female president. Immediately before that, he was […]
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Police Say Street Racing Caused Crash That Killed Five Teens in Gwinnett County
Street racing has been identified as the key factor in the fatal crash earlier this month that resulted in the deaths of five teens, according to the Gwinnett County Police Department. 20-year-old Emanuel Rene Esfahani, of Lawrenceville, was arrested yesterday in connection to the fatal crash that occurred on the exit ramp from State Route […]
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From Victim to Voice: Max Gruver’s Legacy in the Fight Against Hazing
Georgia resident Max Gruver spent the early morning hours of Sept. 14, 2017, heavily intoxicated and passed out on a couch inside the Phi Delta Theta chapter house at Louisiana State University. He had been forced to repeatedly chug 190-proof Diesel liquor in a hazing ritual called “Bible Study,” during which pledges are quizzed on […]
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Temple Convenience Center Now Accepting Food Grade Glass for Recycling
The Gist: The Temple Convenience Center has added food grade glass to its list of recyclable items, joining the Newnan Road and Dyer Road Convenience Centers in offering this service. The Details: Effective immediately, the Temple Convenience Center is accepting glass jars and bottles for recycling. However, mirrors, crystal, ceramic cups and plates, clay flowerpots, […]
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Why Was Traffic Backed up on I-285 at I-75 in Clayton County This Morning?
Early this morning, commuters in Clayton County faced unexpected delays at the intersection of I-285 and I-75. The traffic back up was due to an overturned tractor trailer, resulting in the closure of all lanes. According to the Clayton County Police Department, the vehicle was also leaking diesel fuel, adding to the complexity of the […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Debate Dual Enrollment
ATLANTA – Simplifying Georgia’s dual enrollment program is the key to making it financially sustainable, a former school counselor who now runs a private counseling business told state lawmakers Tuesday. “Until we can get to the clarity piece, we’re never going to have improvement,” Jill Oldham, co-owner of South River Counseling and Consulting in Conyers, […]
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Camera catches singing burglar breaking into Atlanta home
The Gist: It wasn’t an American Idol audition, but it may be an audition for the county jail. A man serenaded a security camera before breaking into a home on Seaborn Road in Atlanta. Atlanta’s finest are asking the public to help identify him in the hopes they can change his tune. The Details: On […]
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A Man Killed While Riding His Bike on Cobb Parkway
The Gist: A late-night collision on Cobb Parkway in Acworth left a bicyclist dead. Authorities are still looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident, calling for witnesses to come forward. The Details: Around 9:20 p.m. on Monday night, police say a man riding a bicycle near Clubhouse Drive was killed. A 23 year old from […]
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Two Georgia Restaurants Named America’s Best Restaurants for 2023
In a recent accolade that has the culinary community buzzing, the New York Times released its list of America’s Best Restaurants. Among a diverse range of eateries spanning from Alaska to South Florida, two restaurants based in Georgia managed to catch the paper’s attention. Bomb Biscuits: Homage to Southern Heritage Located in Atlanta’s Old Fourth […]
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What’s the Latest on Georgia’s Voting Law?
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit will determine whether to continue blocking provisions of Georgia’s 2021 election law overhaul that civil rights groups say discriminates against Black and disabled voters. The Georgia Republican Party and national GOP political committees are backing state officials in their request that the appellate court overturn the […]
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Is Augusta one of the worst cities for women in the United States?
The Gist: Augusta has found itself on the less flattering end of WalletHub’s list of Best & Worst Cities for Women, signaling room for improvement in terms of gender equality and quality of life for women. The Details: WalletHub, a personal-finance website, published a report detailing the best and worst cities for women in the […]
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Is The Gathering at South Forsyth the Next Big Thing for North Georgia?
The Gist: In a significant nod to the much-discussed Gathering at South Forsyth, the latest report from the Atlanta Regional Commission endorses the project’s planned density and the project’s roadway upgrades, marking a positive milestone for the development. The Details: The Gathering at South Forsyth, an ambitious 80-acre mixed-use development, has garnered support from a […]
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Two teens are accused of shooting the 17-year-old in Barnesville
BARNESVILLE– A seemingly ordinary Sunday evening in the town of Barnesville took a grim turn when 17-year-old Hakim Wellmaker was found shot multiple times on Matthews Street. After receiving an emergency call at about 6:25 p.m., Lamar County Sheriff’s Office deputies and Barnesville Police officers rushed to the scene. Despite being transported to the hospital, […]
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Georgia Students Perform Better Than the National Average on the SAT
ATLANTA – Georgia public-school students outperformed their counterparts in the nation’s public schools on the SAT this year for the sixth year in a row. The Georgia public-school Class of 2023 recorded a mean SAT score of 1045, 42 points above the national average for public-school students of 1003. Breaking it down, the Georgia class […]
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Marietta’s Darkest Mystery Solved: Who Killed Debbie Lynn Randall?
The Gist: Over five decades after 9-year-old Debbie Lynn Randall vanished just half a block from her Marietta home, new DNA evidence has identified her killer. The Details: On Jan. 13, 1972, Debbie Lynn Randall failed to return home from a local laundromat. Her mysterious disappearance prompted what would become known as “Operation Debbie,” mobilizing […]
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Armed and Underage: The 16-Year-Old Norcross Teen Now Facing Adult Criminal Charges
The Gist: A 16-year-old named David Ramirez Sevilla, from Norcross, is facing multiple charges after he allegedly exchanged gunfire with police on September 22. The teenager has been charged as an adult and is currently receiving medical treatment at a local hospital. The details: Sevilla’s charges include aggravated assault against a law enforcement officer, felony […]
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Marietta High School SAT Scores Beat State and National Averages
The Gist: Marietta High School’s Class of 2023 shines bright with SAT scores that not only beat the state average but also outpace the national norm, despite the academic turbulence of a global pandemic. The Details: Marietta High School has released SAT scores for its graduating class of 2023, and the numbers are promising. The […]
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Are Your Kids Safe from Guns in Your Home?
The Gist: In the pursuit of responsible gun ownership, the Marietta Police Department is urging families to invest in gun safes or lockable secure cases. The initiative also emphasizes educating children on gun safety, going beyond merely hiding firearms. By The Numbers: Why It Matters: Children, being naturally curious, often locate items thought to be […]
