The Social Security Administration denies plans to close any field offices in Georgia, contradicting earlier reports that suggested five locations faced permanent shutdown. 🏢 What We Know: Acting Commissioner Lee Dudek says the agency hasn’t permanently closed or announced plans to close any local field offices since January 1. “SSA is committed to providing service […]
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What to Do if You See a Snake in Georgia
Spring has sprung in Georgia, and so have the snakes. As temperatures rise, these scaly neighbors are making house calls, leaving residents frantically Googling “Is that snake going to kill me?” while standing on kitchen chairs. 🐍 What We Know: Most snakes you’ll encounter are about as dangerous as your average garden hose. Daniel Sollenberger, […]
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Lilburn Community Garden Opens Bed Rentals for 2025 Growing Season
Gardeners in Lilburn now have the opportunity to grow their own plants as the Lilburn Community Garden announces bed rentals for the upcoming 2025 season. The garden offers raised beds with prices ranging from $35 to $75, based on size. Each rental includes soil, water access, and shared tools for gardeners. Interested residents can visit […]
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Woodstock Plans Touch-A-Truck Event and Open House for Georgia Cities Week
Woodstock residents can look forward to several community events during Georgia Cities Week, April 21-27, with a bonus event on April 28. The celebration includes a Touch-A-Truck event, city employee breakfast, and a Towne Hall Open House. The Touch-A-Truck event will take place on Monday, April 21, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on East […]
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Georgia Lawmaker Throws Block Party Celebrating Sine Die and 404 Day
Georgia Representative Eric Bell invites you to celebrate the end of political squabbling with food trucks, music, and the chance to shake hands with people who write laws for a living. 🎭 What We Know: Representative Eric Bell will host what he’s calling a “Sine Die block party” on Friday, April 4, 2025, from 1 […]
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CDC Layoffs Hit Atlanta as Thousands Face Unemployment
Layoffs started. Atlanta-based CDC employees received pink slips Tuesday as the Trump administration began cutting thousands of federal health jobs. 🏥 Why It Matters: Atlanta residents working at the CDC now face unemployment during a major government restructuring that could impact the region’s economy and the nation’s ability to track diseases. 📋 What’s Happening: The […]
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Atlanta Wants to Support 30-Year-Old Businesses
Atlanta is creating its first program to help businesses that have operated in the city for 30 years or longer, offering grants and increased visibility through an online registry. “In a world that is rapidly changing, one thing remains constant—the culture and character of our local legacy businesses,” said Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. “These beloved […]
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Savannah’s New Splashpad Opens
A new splashpad featuring full automation and accessibility features opens April 1 at the Tatemville Community Center in Savannah. The $138,500 water feature includes zero-depth water safety and is fully ADA compliant, making it accessible to all residents. The splashpad will operate seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. through October. The […]
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Georgia House Passes Transgender Sports Bill: How Will This Impact Georgians?
Controversial legislation banning transgender student athletes from participating in female sports in Georgia cleared the Republican-controlled state House of Representatives Monday. Senate Bill 1, which the Senate’s GOP majority passed early last month, passed the House 100-64 virtually along party lines. The legislation prohibits Georgia public school and college students from competing on teams that do […]
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Atlanta Man Gets Life Without Parole For Horrifying Sexual Assault
A jury delivered swift justice in a horrifying case of abduction and sexual assault that terrorized a young woman for over two hours in Atlanta. What We Know: Evariuel Martez Billings was convicted Thursday of kidnapping, aggravated sexual battery, aggravated sodomy, sexual battery, and fleeing police after a jury trial in DeKalb County. Judge Courtney […]