The Gist: Ten people were arrested as part of a law enforcement operation targeting sex traffickers and commercial sex buyers in Perry. The operation, named “Operation Southern Comfort,” was a multi-agency initiative coordinated by the GBI’s Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit, Perry Police Department, Houston County Sheriff’s Office, Georgia Motor Carrier Compliance Division, and the […]
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21-year-old Man Shot at Macon Apartment Complex
The Gist: A 21-year-old man was shot and injured at a Macon apartment complex Tuesday afternoon. The Details: Deputies arrived at the MAV at North Macon at 5578 Riverside Drive at 2:17 p.m. in response to a report of shots fired. They found a 21-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to […]
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Valdosta Honors Military Service with Veterans Day Headstone Cleaning Event
The Gist: In an effort to honor and remember veterans, the city of Valdosta will be hosting the Fall Veterans Day Headstone Cleaning event at Sunset Hill Cemetery. The Details: By The Numbers: Why It Matters: Over time, headstones can become dirty and difficult to read due to exposure to the elements. By participating in […]
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Georgia Achieves Unprecedented 10-Year Streak as Number 1 State for Business
The Gist: Georgia celebrated a remarkable milestone as the state secured its 10th consecutive year as the top state for business, according to Area Development magazine. This achievement is unparalleled, with no other state in the nation achieving this feat. The Details: The rankings for Area Development’s 2023 Top States for Doing Business were determined […]
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High Speed Motorcycle Chase in Bibb County Leads to Capture of Man with 3 Warrants
The Gist: A white motorcycle, with no license plate, evaded a traffic stop on I-75, leading a Bibb County deputy on a high-speed chase before crashing off Bass Road. The Details: While on patrol near Eisenhower Parkway, the deputy noticed the motorcycle. When the deputy signaled the driver to stop on I-75 northbound, the motorcyclist […]
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Tragedy Strikes a Quiet Cherokee County Street: Police Investigate Apparent Murder-suicide
The Gist: A grim scene unfolded on Butterworth Road in Canton today, when one man was found shot dead in a driveway, while another, believed to be the shooter, was discovered injured nearby. The Details: The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that deputies were alerted to the shooting around 11:24 a.m Tuesday. The initial distress […]
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Georgia High School Athletes Can Now Make Money off of Name, Image and Likeness Deals
ATLANTA – Georgia high school athletes will be able to make money off of their name, image, and likeness (NIL) following a unanimous vote by the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) board. Monday’s vote will put high school athletes on a par with their older brothers and sisters playing college sports. The General Assembly passed […]
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What is Georgia’s Favorite Halloween Candy in 2023?
The Gist: This Halloween, Georgia has a sweet spot for Jolly Ranchers, with a whopping 142,298 pounds of these tangy treats purchased, making it the state’s favorite candy for the spooky season. The Details: Halloween is a time for scares and sweets, and Georgians have made a clear candy statement this year. Topping the CandyStore.com […]
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Amazon Prime Days Are October 10 and 11. How Nice Are Georgia Residents to Delivery Drivers?
The Gist: Amid the flurry of delivery activity, a fresh study brings a warm tale ahead of October’s Prime Days – Georgia emerges as one of the friendliest states for delivery personnel. The Details: With delivery vans a common sight, tales of crazy delivery incidents abound. However, a recent study, conducted ahead of October’s Prime […]
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Faith-based Maternity Homes ‘create a Haven’ in States with Strict Abortion Laws
At the end of a gravel road that runs through a wooded property in Chilton County, Alabama, a plain white two-story house sits overlooking a small pond. Outside the house, everything is tranquil: The swings on the new playground nearby are quiet, the pond is still, the rocking chairs lined up on the covered front […]
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Lawrenceville Police Fatally Shoot Man Who Attempted to Steal Police Cruiser
The Gist: A routine traffic stop turned deadly in Lawrenceville when police say a a man attempted to seize a police cruiser, leading to officers fatally shooting him. The Details: Around 3 a.m. on October 3, Lawrenceville Police halted traffic on Highway 120 near Pike Park Drive. The tension escalated when a police say a […]
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Emergency Alert on Wednesday: What to Know About the Phone Notification
The Gist: Your phone may start buzzing around 2:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, but don’t fret—it’s part of a large-scale national test to ensure emergency alert systems are up to snuff. The Details: At the mentioned time, FEMA, alongside other agencies, will kickstart a test involving the Wireless Emergency Alerts and the Emergency Alert […]
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Pecan You Believe It? Stuckey’s Petitions for a Nutty New Emoji
Georgia’s Stuckey’s is taking their love for pecans to a whole new level. The company has recently launched a petition on Change.org to shell out a proposal for a new pecan emoji, and they’re hoping the Unicode Consortium will find it a-cracking idea. The petition is a heartfelt ode to the beloved pecan, which Stuckey’s […]
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Missing Brookhaven Woman Found Dead. Her Boyfriend Has Been Arrested
The Gist: The search for a missing 48-year-old Brookhaven woman, Aimee Lafakis, ended tragically as her body was discovered in Gwinnett County. Her boyfriend, Brandon Wineinger, is now behind bars facing multiple charges including concealing the death of another. The Details: Lafakis was reported missing to Brookhaven Police, who in turn reached out to Gwinnett […]
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Bibb County Officer Arrests Man Accused of Jumping in Front of Cars
The Gist: A recent routine patrol by a Bibb County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Interdiction Unit deputy took an unexpected turn when a motorist alerted the deputy to a man causing a hazard by jumping in front of vehicles on Chambers Road. Upon interaction, it was discovered the individual had a pending probation violation warrant, leading […]
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Georgia’s outdoor burn ban has been lifted
The Gist: The seasonal burn ban in Georgia ceased as of October 1, reinstating outdoor burning in 54 counties under specific regulations. The Details: In Context: The recurring burn ban in Georgia is a preventive strategy to manage air quality and fire risks during the summer. With its cessation, residents in the 54 counties the […]
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South Georgia Standoff Leads to Police Shooting. What We Know
The Gist: A Sunday night standoff in South Geoorgia ended in police shooting Donald Bonner Jr., who later died at a local hospital. According to the GBI, the incident began with Bonner firing random shots in his yard and escalated to threats against law enforcement. The Details: Authorities say at 6 p.m. on Oct. 1, […]
Posted inEntertainment
‘Annie,’ Comes to The Fox Theatre in Atlanta
The Gist: The Tony Award-winning musical “Annie” is set to grace the stage at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre from Dec. 5 to 10, as part of the Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2023-2024 season. Tickets go live on Oct. 6. The Details: A new North American tour of “Annie,” a treasured musical classic, will soon bring […]
