The Richmond County School System is looking to fill open positions at its annual Spring Career Fair on May 17, where recruiters and hiring managers will conduct on-site interviews. “Joining the Richmond County School System means becoming part of a team deeply committed to empowering every learner, every day,” said Dr. Melissa Shepard, Chief Human […]
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Gunman Pistol-Whips One Woman and Shoots Another in DeKalb
Violence erupted at a DeKalb County apartment complex early Thursday morning, leaving one woman with gunshot wounds and another injured from being pistol-whipped. 🚨 Why It Matters: Residents in the Northlake Parkway area face safety concerns as the suspect remains at large. This incident adds to growing worries about violent crime in residential communities. 🔍 […]
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Tragic Accident Claims Georgia Mother’s Life on Anniversary Outing
A Morgan County woman died after falling from a moving Jeep in Greene County last Friday. Whitney Wooster was celebrating her wedding anniversary with her husband when the unthinkable happened. 🚨 Why It Matters: The death leaves four children without their mother and raises serious questions about vehicle safety during recreational activities that many local […]
Posted inWeather
Severe Storms Possible Today Across Georgia
Georgians should prepare for potentially severe thunderstorms this afternoon, with damaging winds and hail possible during the evening commute. 🌩️ What We Know: Isolated thunderstorms will develop across north and central Georgia today, with the strongest storms expected between 3 and 9 p.m. The National Weather Service warns some storms could produce quarter-size hail and […]
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Teen Missing From Rex Home Since Wednesday Night
A 15-year-old boy disappeared from his Clayton County home late Wednesday, prompting police to issue a missing person alert. What We Know: Maddox Lane left his home on Rex Road in Rex, Georgia without permission around 10:30 p.m. on May 7, 2025. Clayton County Police responded to the missing child call approximately 20 minutes later […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Georgia is The 11th Kinkiest State
Georgia residents might be keeping their kink on the down-low, but the numbers tell a different story. The Peach State rode high into 11th place in a new national ranking of America’s kinkiest states, with particularly strong showings in certain spicy metrics. 🔍 What We Know: Georgia secured 6th place for OnlyFans creators per capita, […]
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U.S. Postal Service Unveils Barbara Bush Commemorative Stamp
The U.S. Postal Service revealed artwork for a new Forever stamp honoring former first lady Barbara Bush during her centennial year. The stamp design was unveiled at the White House with first lady Melania Trump and Barbara Bush’s daughter Dorothy “Doro” Bush Koch in attendance. “Today we recognize Mrs. Bush not only as a beloved […]
Posted inEducation
Atkinson County High School 2025 Graduation: What You Need to Know
Atkinson County High School will hold its Class of 2025 graduation ceremony on Friday, May 23rd at 8 p.m. at Sid Strickland Stadium. The stadium will open for seating at 6:45 p.m., with only the home gate available for entry. This gate will close promptly at 7:55 p.m., five minutes before the graduates begin their […]
Posted inWeather
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For North Georgia Counties
A severe thunderstorm watch is now in effect for 26 north Georgia counties until midnight tonight. The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center issued the alert at 4:20 p.m. Thursday. The watch covers a large portion of north Georgia, including mountain communities and areas along the Tennessee and North Carolina borders. 🗺️ Counties Involved: The […]
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Buddy Carter Announces Run for Georgia Senate Seat
U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, R-St. Simons Island, has become the first Republican to jump into next year’s U.S. Senate race following term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp’s decision to pass on the contest. Carter announced his candidacy Thursday with a 30-second video ad posted on YouTube declaring the sixth-term congressman’s close ties with Donald Trump. “Trump has […]