Jasper County woke to snow-covered roads Sunday morning, with the sheriff’s office urging residents to stay home as ice and slick conditions persist across the area. What’s Happening The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office reported icy and slick road conditions throughout the county Sunday morning following overnight snowfall. Officials said conditions should gradually improve as temperatures […]
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Is Your HOA Aggressive and Unreasonable? A New Bill in Georgia Could Fix That
A bill in the state senate could finally curb the powers given to homeowner’s associations in Georgia. Senate Bill 406, introduced by Sen. Josh Brass (R-6th) and five co-sponsors, would require all homeowners associations in Georgia to register annually with the Secretary of State and create a new state board to investigate complaints against HOAs. […]
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Augusta Resident Missing Since Friday Night
What’s Happening: Cotiangco was last seen at 10:30 p.m. on Jan. 16 in the 1300 block of Walton Way. Cotiangco is 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 158 pounds. What We Know: Cotiangco is known to frequent the 1500 block of Walton Way, near where Cotiangco was last seen. How to Help: Anyone with […]
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Warner Robins Warns Drivers of Black Ice Risk Monday Morning
Warner Robins officials are warning drivers about potential black ice on roads Monday morning after expected snowfall this weekend. What’s Happening: The city expects 1 to 3 inches of snow. Officials say melting snow may refreeze Sunday night, creating black ice during Monday morning’s commute. What’s Important: Black ice forms when melted snow refreezes on […]
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Teen Charged in Macon Shooting Death
An 18-year-old Macon man has been charged with felony murder and other crimes after a shooting Friday night on Hardwick Drive left one person dead and another critically injured. What’s Happening: Zay’vion Ni Seah Dajour Jackson was arrested and charged with felony murder, criminal attempt to commit armed robbery, and three counts of aggravated assault. […]
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Cobb Schools Watchdog Group Launches Website With Anonymous Tip Portal
A Cobb County school finance watchdog group launched a website that includes an anonymous tip submission form and links to public budget documents. What’s Happening: Watching the Funds – Cobb posted on Facebook that its new website went live. The group has tracked Cobb County school finances for five years. What’s on the Site: The […]
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National Weather Service Increases Snow Forecast For Georgia Sunday
The National Weather Service upgraded part of central Georgia to a Winter Storm Warning and increased confidence in snow occurring Sunday morning. What’s Happening: A Winter Storm Warning is now in effect for parts of central Georgia from 3 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. Areas under the warning could see 1 to 3 inches of […]
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Georgia Has a DUI Problem and Police Have Had Enough
Georgia law enforcement agencies are issuing urgent warnings about drunk driving after recent arrests showed drivers with blood alcohol levels nearly three times the legal limit, while state data shows DUI deaths more than doubled from 213 in 2013 to 507 in 2022. What’s Happening: The City of South Fulton Police Department and Georgia State […]
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Gwinnett Schools Will Force All 6-Year-Olds Into First Grade Starting Fall 2026
Parents in Gwinnett County will lose the option to hold back their 6-year-olds from first grade under a new school district policy. What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Public Schools will require all 6-year-old children to start first grade beginning in fall 2026. The change wipes out what parents and educators call “redshirting,” where parents could choose […]
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Snow is Coming: What to Do if The Lights Go Out
Sub-freezing temperatures and potential snow and ice are expected across Georgia this weekend. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service forecasts sub-freezing temperatures statewide, with possible snow and ice in some areas. Power outages are possible during severe winter weather. What You Can Do Now: How to Stay Informed During Outages: Georgia Power offers free Outage […]
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Opinion: The Democrats Left America Behind
What is happening in the United States today is not simply a debate over policy, but a quiet inversion of values. Government is no longer acting as a neutral referee operating by a fair set of rules. While responsibility can be spread across many areas, no matter how it is examined, most of it rests […]
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Opinion: Georgia Democrats Should Not Misinterpret The NYC Mayoral Election
“I am Donald Trump’s worst nightmare, as a progressive Muslim immigrant.”- incoming NYC Mayor Mamdani The Democrats made a clean sweep of the 2025 election, in Georgia and nationally. Among the other election wins were victories in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York. If Democrats want to win Georgia and swing states in 2026 and […]
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Here’s The Latest on Georgia’s Snow Chances For Sunday
The National Weather Service’s Winter Weather Advisory for parts of central Georgia remains in effect from 3 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sunday. What’s Happening: The forecast hasn’t changed much from earlier predictions. Snow accumulations between 0.25 inch and 0.5 inch are expected, with up to 1 inch possible in localized areas. What’s Important: The advisory […]
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Guns, Gloveboxes, and The Death of Common Sense
And now, my dear readers, I present to you the first in a series of columns nobody asked for. This year, while our luminaries in the legislature are creating chaos under the guise of new laws, I will be watching and giving you a weekly update on their shenanigans. Before we dive in, let me […]
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16-Year-Old Charged in Marietta Movie Theater Shooting
A 16-year-old boy has been charged as an adult with aggravated assault after firing approximately six shots at the NCG Theater in Marietta on December 23. The bullets struck a parked vehicle and the theater building, but no one was injured. What’s Happening: Marietta Police responded to the NCG Theater at 1050 Powder Springs Street […]
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Which Areas in Georgia Will See Snow Sunday?
The National Weather Service has increased confidence that parts of central Georgia will see snow Sunday morning, with accumulations between half an inch and an inch and a half. What’s Happening A weather system moving across the Southeast Saturday night through Sunday will bring the potential for snow, rain, and a mix of both across […]
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School Systems Rejected Georgia’s Property Tax Cap. Now Lawmakers Want to Force it on Them
Tax increases on Georgia homeowners could be limited to the inflation rate — including taxes for education after most school systems decided against capping property tax hikes last year. The state Senate’s Republican majority introduced a bill this week that would require all school systems to limit property tax increases that occur because of rising […]
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Gunfire Reported Near Lenox Road in Atlanta: What We Know
Atlanta police are investigating a report of gunfire heard near 3300 Lenox Road NE. No injuries or property damage have been reported. What’s Happening: Officers with the Atlanta Police Department responded to a report of gunfire in the 3300 block of Lenox Road NE. The department said there is no active shooter incident and no […]
