Georgia residents may enjoy the peach stateβs mild winters and southern hospitality, but for many, their neighbors can be anything but neighborly. According to a recent survey by All Star Home, Georgia ranks #15 for the states with the nosiest neighbors. The survey, which polled 2,000 Americans, revealed that 63% of Georgia respondents reported having [β¦]
Posted inLocal Heroes
Valdosta Firefighters To Host βShop With a Firefighterβ Event for Local Youth
π The Gist: The Valdosta Fire Department has announced the βShop with a Firefighterβ event slated for December 6, aiming to spread holiday cheer among children affected by house fires. π€ Why It Matters: The program not only provides support to families in need during the holiday season but also strengthens community ties, showcasing how [β¦]
Posted inFood
Tyson Recalls Popular Dinosaur Chicken Nuggets After Metal Was Found in Them
π The Gist: Tyson Foods Inc. has initiated a voluntary recall for approximately 30,000 pounds of its frozen βFun Nuggetsβ chicken nuggets after reports of small metal pieces in the product. π€ Why It Matters: This recall affects a product popular among children, posing a potential safety risk to young consumers and causing concern for [β¦]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Major Crash Blocks All Lanes on State Route 14 East in Coweta County
π The Gist: A significant traffic accident has resulted in the closure of all lanes on State Route 14 East before Newnan South Industrial Drive near the 12.55-mile marker. π€ Why It Matters: The incident on a critical commuting route affects morning traffic flow, creating potential delays for Coweta County residents and through traffic to [β¦]
Posted inWeather
What Will the Weather Be Like in Georgia This Week?
Georgia residents can look forward to a picturesque start to the week, with todayβs weather expected to set the tone for a run of sunny days. Forecasters predict ideal conditions with a high near 77 degrees and a gentle touch of calm wind shifting southwest in the afternoon. As the day turns to night, the [β¦]
Posted inYour Questions
Do You Know What To Do if You See a Deer in the Road?
The tranquility of autumn and winter often brings with it an increased movement of wildlife, particularly deer. As the leaves fall and the nights draw in, deer become more than just a picturesque part of the landscape; they are unpredictable participants in roadside safety. Here are several tips on what to do when drivers encounter [β¦]
Posted inYour Family
How Gas Prices Have Changed in Georgia This Week
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Georgia using data from AAA.
Posted inCrime
Escaped Bibb County Inmate Marc Kerry Anderson Captured in Fulton County
π¨ The Gist: Marc Kerry Anderson, one of the four inmates who escaped from the Bibb County Detention Center, has been captured in Atlanta, as law enforcement tightens the net around the remaining fugitives. π€ Why It Matters: The arrest of Anderson, who was on the run for charges of aggravated assault, is a significant [β¦]
Posted inYour Government
Who Is on the Ballot on Election Day in DeKalb County?
As the leaves turn in DeKalb County, the political landscape is poised for transformation as well, with municipal elections set for November 7, 2023. Voters across the county will cast their ballots in a series of local races that could redefine city leadership for the next several years. With positions ranging from mayoral to city [β¦]
Posted inCrime
Georgia Man Accused of Forcing His 6-Year-old Stepson To Walk to School in Freezing Weather
Anthony Curt Duran, a 36-year-old Rome man, was charged with felony cruelty to children in the second degree, criminal negligence, and disorderly conduct. He is also charged with misdemeanor obstruction of law enforcement officers, according to authorities. Duran remains in jail on a $12,000 bond as of Friday morning. The charges come after an incident [β¦]
Posted inCrime
22 Arrested in Bibb County Sheriffβs Office Conspiracy Investigation
MACON β The Bibb County Sheriffβs Office has announced the arrest of 22 suspects in connection with an investigation into a conspiracy to defraud Elite Pre-Settlement LLC. According to the Bibb County Sheriffβs Office, a now-former employee of the Ken Nugent Law Firm, Jennifer Croom Denton, who is 37-years-old, orchestrated the scheme, which involved false [β¦]
Posted inRepresenting You
Georgiaβs $16 Billion Tax Surplus Sparks Controversy
ATLANTA β Legislative Democrats and social services advocates have long complained that Georgia doesnβt spend enough money to meet the educational, health-care, and public-safety needs of a growing population. But thereβs something different about the latest fiscal numbers that prompted the left-leaning Georgia Budget and Policy Institute (GBPI) to release a 15-page report Oct. 31 [β¦]
Posted inLocal Heroes
Roswell Community Unites Raises $80K for Children Through Play
ROSWELL β The Childrenβs Development Academy turned the simple act of play into a pathway for future success for at-risk children, raising an impressive $80,000 at their third annual Party on our Playground event on October 14. The event, which has quickly become a beacon of community engagement and support for early childhood education, welcomed [β¦]
Posted inNews You Can Use
Donβt Forget to βFall Backβ This Weekend: But Why Do We Change Our Clocks Twice a Year?
As the crisp air of autumn sets in, residents across many parts of the United States prepare for a familiar ritual: the changing of the clocks. Come Sunday, a significant portion of the country will shift back from Daylight Saving Time to Standard Time, granting many a coveted extra hour of sleep. The practice, entrenched [β¦]
Posted inCrime
Atlanta Penitentiary Guard Steals From Inmate To Commit Fraud
Former correctional officer and Special Investigative Services team member at the United States Penitentiary in Atlanta, Andy Steven Johnson, pleaded guilty to stealing money from an inmateβs CashApp account and fraudulently applying for a Paycheck Protection Program loan using a business that didnβt exist. Johnson exploited his position at the prison to victimize inmates and [β¦]
Posted inIn The News
Beware: New Scam Tactics Targeting Houston County Residents
π The Gist: Residents of Houston County are facing new and deceptive scam tactics, with some being falsely informed theyβve won a luxury vehicle. π€ Why It Matters: Protecting your hard-earned money and personal information is crucial, and being informed about these scams is the first line of defense against potential financial losses. β Whatβs [β¦]
Posted inIn The News
Fulton County Jail Investigation Continues: Hereβs What We Learned This Week
A severely overcrowded Fulton County jail has become so dilapidated that inmates are able to fashion makeshift weapons by reaching into the walls, removing broken flooring, electrical coverings, and broken pipes, according to staff from Fulton County Sheriffβs Office. A state Senate public safety subcommittee heard testimony from supervisors with the Fulton County Sheriffβs Office [β¦]
Posted inFire
DeKalb County Gas Station Fire Investigated as Arson
π₯ The Gist: An arson investigation is underway after a DeKalb County gas station was set ablaze in the early hours of Thursday morning. π€ Why It Matters: This incident at a local business raises concerns about public safety and crime in the community. β Whatβs Happening: π Between the Lines:
