A one-year-old child died Thursday morning after being hit by a vehicle at a home in Paulding County, as parents desperately tried to save their baby’s life. The Details: Deputies rushed to a home on Mike Path around 7 a.m. after receiving a call about a child struck by a vehicle. Despite immediate CPR efforts […]
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Georgia High School Senior Earns $1 Million in Scholarships
A Douglas County High School senior is rewriting the playbook when it comes to college scholarships. Mantavius Presley—known to friends as “Lebron”—has earned more than $1 million dollars in scholarship offers from colleges and universities across the country. So far, Presley has been accepted to 58 schools, including Morehouse College, Howard University, Mercer, Xavier University […]
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Celebrate Pi Day: Best Deals on Pizza and More in Georgia
Math lovers and pizza fans alike are coming together today as Georgia businesses offer up their best deals in celebration of Pi Day. From pizza shops to pie bakeries—and even gas station chains—specials are popping up across the state in honor of the famous mathematical constant, 3.14. And whether you live in Atlanta or Albany, […]
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Tree Pollen Turns Georgia Into Sneeze Factory Despite Moderate Count
Got a tissue handy? You might need it. 🌳 What We Know: Tree pollen registered at moderate levels across Georgia on Friday, despite the overall pollen count sitting at just 49. While that total number falls in the low range, tree pollen specifically is punching above its weight in the respiratory misery department. 🤧 Why […]
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Georgia Power Prepares for Weekend Storms
Georgia Power crews say they are ready as dangerous storms approach the state this weekend. Forecasters predict high winds, heavy rain and possible tornadoes that could leave many residents without electricity. 🌧️ What We Know: The approaching storm system threatens to saturate ground and create localized flooding. When combined with high winds, these conditions often […]
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Weather Alert: Dangerous Storms Headed to Georgia This Weekend
Georgia residents face potentially life-threatening weather Saturday night through Sunday afternoon as a severe storm system moves across the state. 🌪️ What We Know: Meteorologists warn all severe hazards are possible, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail. A strong tornado cannot be ruled out. The National Weather Service has issued a level 3 threat for […]
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Your Horoscope: March 10-16
Full Worm Moon in Virgo (March 14): On March 14, a Full Worm Moon occurs in Virgo, symbolizing the end of winter and the onset of spring. This lunar phase encourages introspection and the reassessment of personal goals, relationships, and habits. It’s an opportune time to declutter both physically and emotionally, making way for new […]
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Georgia Access Patients Left in Limbo: When Listed Doctors Don’t Accept Your Insurance
Georgians are experiencing troubles with their health insurance as the providers listed on the Georgia Access website often end up not accepting the insurance. Georgia Access is the state-based exchange where patients can enroll in health insurance pathways when their insurance is not provided by their employers. You can shop for different health insurance options […]
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Dog Dies in Georgia House Fire
A family dog died and five people lost their home after an electrical fire tore through a Valdosta residence Thursday morning. The Details: Valdosta firefighters rushed to 2107 Northwood Circle around 8:09 a.m. on March 13, arriving in less than four minutes to find heavy smoke and flames engulfing the single-family home. Firefighters battled the […]
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Roswell Moving Forward with New Public Safety Headquarters
Roswell is taking the next big step toward opening its new Public Safety Headquarters. On Tuesday, March 11, the Roswell City Council signaled unanimous support for hiring Reeves and Young as the construction manager for the project. The final vote to approve the contract is set for Monday, March 24. 🏢 Who Made it Happen: […]