Hackers say they’ve stolen 150GB of sensitive information. County officials remain tight-lipped as residents wonder if their personal data is at risk. 🚨 Why It Matters: Your personal information could be compromised if you’ve interacted with Cobb County services. This attack threatens to disrupt essential government functions that thousands of residents depend on daily. 🔍 […]
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The Cherokee County Jail Earned a Perfect Score On a National Audit
The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office received a perfect score on its recent American Correctional Association audit. The inspection examined all aspects of jail operations including sanitation and inmate care to ensure compliance with national standards. 🔍 Why It Matters: This perfect score demonstrates the sheriff’s office commitment to maintaining high standards in its detention facilities. For […]
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Fun Family Activities Across Georgia for May 2025
Whether you’re in the mountains or by the coast, there’s no shortage of family-friendly fun across Georgia this May. From jousting knights in Fairburn to fireworks at Stone Mountain, the month is packed with parades, fairs, and festivals—many of them free and all of them aimed at giving families something better to do than sit […]
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This Ant Species is in Georgia and its Bite Can Cause Anaphylactic Shock
From a distance, it might look like any other ant. But the Asian needle ant is unique, and you won’t see them marching in a line up a tree. According to University of Georgia Orkin Entomologist Dr. Dan Suiter, these ants travel alone, and they have a venomous bite that can result in a simple […]
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Thunderstorms Continue in Georgia Tonight
A powerful cold front will sweep across north and central Georgia this evening, bringing thunderstorms and potentially severe weather to the region. 🌧️ What We Know: The main line of rain and thunderstorms will move through the area tonight. Residents should prepare for changing weather conditions as the system approaches. Light rain showers and isolated […]
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Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation at Savannah Airport
A bomb threat triggered a full evacuation of Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport Saturday afternoon, halting operations and rerouting traffic as authorities responded to the security threat. What We Know: Airport officials evacuated the terminal building around midday on May 3rd, directing all passengers to proceed to parking garage areas for safety. The airport announced the […]
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Georgia Workers Unite: May Day Rally at State Capitol
Hundreds of workers and union members from around the state gathered at the Georgia state Capitol on Thursday for a May Day labor rally. The event was part of a national day of labor organizing. The rally began with a variety of speakers from farm laborers to baristas to teachers all stressing the importance of […]
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Labor
🛠 What Is Labor?: Labor means people who work for a living. That includes folks who punch a clock, work hourly shifts, or get paid a salary. If you pack boxes, teach school, build houses, run a machine, wait tables, drive a bus, clean buildings, answer phones, fix things, care for kids, or pretty much […]
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16 New Transportation Projects Proposed for I-85 Corridor in Gwinnett
Georgia transportation officials have identified 16 potential projects to improve travel along the I-85 corridor between I-285 and I-985. The Georgia Department of Transportation and Gwinnett County are now seeking public input on these recommendations at upcoming community meetings. The projects aim to improve safety and traffic flow, help commercial vehicles, explore public transit options, […]
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New Mexican Grill Spices Up Perry Shopping Center
Perry’s food scene just got a flavor boost. Cozumel Mexican Grill has opened its doors at Perry Market Place, taking over the former Shane’s Rib Shack location on Sam Nunn Boulevard. 🌮 Why It Matters: Local diners now have more diverse food options without leaving town. The restaurant brings authentic Mexican cuisine with Caribbean influences […]