ATLANTA – Georgia students have yet to fully recover from the disruptions of the pandemic, but they’re making steady progress, according to the latest results from the Georgia Milestones tests. This year’s results, released Friday, showed increases on 13 of 21 end-of-course assessments. Most of the gains came in English/Language arts and math, and at […]
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Hotter weather could lead to more snakebites
The Gist: Snakebite envenoming is a major concern globally, but little is known about how environmental factors, including temperature, influence the frequency of snakebites. Researchers investigated the relationship between short-term temperature and snakebite emergency department visits in Georgia, a biodiverse US state with a high concentration of venomous snakes. What Happened?: Researchers at Emory University […]
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License to Steal Some Z’s: Georgia Man’s Snooze-Filled Misadventure in a Stolen Car Comes Crashing Down
The Gist: A nap in a stolen car and a subsequent flight attempt have landed an Austell resident in the Fayette County Jail. According to officers, 22-year-old Eliyahu Benyamin is looking at a host of charges following his ill-fated attempt to evade the law, with the severity of the charges suggesting that his troubles run […]
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AdventHealth Gordon Introduces First-Ever Obstetric Emergency Department in Northwest Georgia
The Gist: A first-of-its-kind Obstetric Emergency Department dedicated to pregnant and postpartum patients has been opened by AdventHealth Gordon, enhancing the level of care for expectant mothers in Northwest Georgia. What Happened?: AdventHealth Gordon rolled out its dedicated obstetric emergency department on July 18, offering 24/7 immediate access to an in-house physician and care team […]
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What is Plant Vogtle?
In the midst of news reports and current events, you may have come across references to Plant Vogtle and wondered, “What is that exactly?” Plant Vogtle is no small topic to dive into, but it’s certainly a vital one to comprehend, especially for those interested in energy production, sustainability, and how it impacts our daily […]
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Public outcry over Plant Vogtle grows
The debate surrounding Georgia Power’s Plant Vogtle expansion raged on Thursday during the latest installment of state regulators considering the controversial nuclear expansion project, which has doubled in cost and taken seven years longer to build than initially planned. A utility watchdog, Vogtle monitors and analysts from the Georgia Public Service Commission testified at Thursday’s […]
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Fatal crash in Clayton County claims lives of three young siblings between the ages of 12 and 21
A tragic car crash in Clayton County claimed the lives of four people and a dog, as reported by the county police department. Among the victims were siblings aged 21, 18, and 12 from the same family, whose relatives have been informed about this heart-wrenching incident. The identity of the fourth victim, a woman, remains […]
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Will it storm in Georgia this weekend?
The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for northern and central Georgia, urging residents to brace for potential thunderstorms. This afternoon and tonight, thunderstorms will scatter across the region, with a higher concentration expected in middle Georgia. Although these thunderstorms should not reach severe levels, some could briefly intensify, resulting in heavy […]
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Atlanta’s Ecoslay Partners With Local Urban Farm For Haircare Products
Atlanta-based haircare company, Ecoslay has partnered with local urban farm, Truly Living Well Center For Natural Urban Agriculture to harvest ingredients for their popular plant-based hair care products. Through this partnership, Ecoslay and Truly Living Well have planted okra, chamomile, marshmallow, and amaranth. On top of that, the two will soon plant flax, slippery elm, […]
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Here are the cities with the most expensive homes in the Valdosta metro area
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in the Valdosta metro area using data from Zillow.
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Georgia Man Found Guilty of Obtaining Unlawful U.S. Citizenship
The Gist: Mezemr Abebe Belayneh, a 67 Snellville man, has been found guilty by a jury for obtaining U.S. citizenship unlawfully by concealing his past involvement in human rights violations during Ethiopia’s Red Terror era. What Happened?: Belayneh, previously a civilian interrogator at the makeshift Menafesha prison in Dilla, Ethiopia, was charged with persecuting and […]
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Georgia Lottery tops $1.5 billion in profits for education
ATLANTA – The Georgia Lottery raised more than $1.5 billion for education during the fiscal year that ended June 30. Fiscal 2023 marked the eighth consecutive year the lottery surpassed the $1 billion mark in profits for education – specifically the HOPE Scholarships and statewide pre-kindergarten programs – and brought the total transferred to education […]
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Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock wants to do something about maternal death rates
The Gist: Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) recently introduced the Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023, a bipartisan legislation aimed at supporting maternal health and reducing disparities in maternal health outcomes. The act would provide states with the necessary resources to improve the quality of healthcare and outcomes for […]
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Are Payday Loans Legal in Georgia?
Unexpected expenses can occur in the worst moment, making people look for various ways to borrow money. Payday loans are one of the most common ways to get extra cash online among Americans. They allow even borrowers with bad credit scores to get approval and receive funds through a direct deposit to their bank accounts […]
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Atlanta Pays Tribute to Marvin S. Arrington Sr.
ATLANTA — The city of Atlanta is preparing to pay tribute to the late Marvin S. Arrington Sr., an iconic leader who served as Atlanta City Council President and Fulton County Superior Court Judge. Funeral services have been scheduled to honor his remarkable life and legacy. On Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the […]
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81-year-old Calhoun man dies in motorcycle crash
The Gist: A tragic incident claimed the life of an 81-year-old motorcyclist, Tomas Garcia Marquez Jr. of Calhoun, following a crash Red Bud Road on Tuesday afternoon. What Happened? While heading westbound on Red Bud Road, police say Marquez lost control of his motorcycle, causing it to fishtail. The motorcycle then crossed over into the […]
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Urgent Need: The Forsyth County Animal Shelter is almost full
As the Forsyth County Animal Shelter nears its care capacity, officials are urging county residents to step up and provide loving homes for the animals in need. With adoption rates slowing down, the shelter currently houses over 50 dogs and 180 cats and kittens eagerly awaiting their forever families. Those interested in opening their hearts […]
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Medical cannabis dispensary opens near Savannah
One of the two medical cannabis manufacturing companies awarded licenses to operate in Georgia thus far opened its first dispensary Wednesday during a dedication ceremony in Pooler. Botanical Sciences began growing marijuana earlier this year and converting the leafy crop into low-THC cannabis oil at a plant in Glennville. The General Assembly passed legislation in […]
