Update: According to police, Brown has been located and is safe. The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking for assistance in locating a 66-year-old male from Snellville. On May 8, officers responded to the area of Stone Mountain Highway and Paxton Drive following reports that Alonza Caswell Brown was missing from a nearby shopping center. […]
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Tennessee Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Abuse in Georgia
A Catoosa County jury convicted Stefon Smith on multiple charges of child cruelty and domestic violence, resulting in a 50-year prison sentence for terrorizing a family and exposing an infant to cocaine. What We Know: Smith, 43, was found guilty after a two-day trial for a violent incident that occurred on May 10, 2023. The […]
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Closing Time: Jekyll Brewing Calls Last Round This Weekend
Local favorite Jekyll Brewing will permanently close all five locations this Saturday. Customers have just days to enjoy final pints at the Georgia-based brewery that’s been serving craft beer enthusiasts since 2013. 🍺 Why It Matters: The closure affects beer lovers across multiple communities and represents another casualty in Georgia’s struggling craft brewery scene, which […]
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Georgia: Come For The Bathrooms, Stay For The Peaches
Travelers have spoken, and Georgia’s I-95 Welcome Center near Savannah flushes the competition when it comes to public restrooms. A survey of 3,017 drivers and truckers ranked the coastal facility 16th nationwide, making it the top-rated bathroom stop in the Peach State. Two other Georgia locations made the list, proving the state takes its roadside […]
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The Most Enticing Game Genres of 2025
When the local sports action is over and people unwind at home, many residents in Georgia turn to video gaming. In fact, all over the world, gaming has risen up the entertainment rankings to become a preference for a diverse range of people. Gone are the days when it was purely associated with younger audiences, with […]
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Las Vegas Gaming Industry Reduces Economic Worries with Q1 Results
Las Vegas’ gaming sector is feeling confident after a series of reports of first quarter earnings that were better than expected. Industry experts agree that despite general concerns about a possible recession and a slowdown in US economic growth, all signs point to a resilient market. Headlines from industry giants such as MGM Resorts International, […]
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Cherokee County Commissioner Steve West Resigns: Here’s Why
Cherokee County Commissioner Steve West resigned his post as District 1 Commissioner May 6. “It has been a wonderful opportunity to serve on the Board of Commissioners for the last 10 years representing the residents of District 1. I appreciate all the support from the community over the years and am proud of what we […]
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Roswell Hotel at Center of Child Sex Trafficking Case Shut Down
Roswell officials have ordered the Economy Hotel to vacate and cease operations by 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10, citing numerous safety violations that pose “imminent threat” to occupants. The hotel, located at 9995 Old Dogwood Road, was recently at the center of a child sex trafficking case that led to the arrest of six men. […]
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Opinion: Renaming Veterans Day is Just Revising History
Recently, on social media, President Trump announced plans to rename Veterans Day. Later back tracked, the White House claimed that there are no plans to rename Veterans Day. As a veteran, a public servant and proud American, I am astonished that President Trump would suggest renaming Veterans Day as ‘Victory Day for World War I.’ […]
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Why Brian Kemp Won’t Challenge Jon Ossoff in 2026
Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday that he will not run for the U.S. Senate next year, turning down a Republican nomination that was his for the taking and throwing the race against Democratic incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff wide open. In a post on social media, the two-term GOP governor said friends, supporters, and Republican leaders […]