Columbus Botanical Garden will offer daily educational activities for children during Spring Break starting Tuesday, April 1. The program runs from 10 a.m. to noon each day with different themes, including Sensory Safari, Earth Warriors Wednesday, Mud Pie Mania and Fairytale Friday. Parents or caregivers must stay with their children during the activities. 🎟️ By […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Say They Support IVF, But A New Abortion Bill Could Make it Illegal
A hearing in the General Assembly Wednesday on a proposed near-total ban on abortion in Georgia pitted preachers against physicians. House Bill 441 calls for extending the state’s current law prohibiting abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected – typically after about six weeks of pregnancy – to ban abortions at every stage of an […]
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Trump Cuts Threaten Chattahoochee River Water
A drastic reduction in staff at key federal agencies could harm the Chattahoochee River, according to river advocates. The water that flows through the faucets in your home very likely comes from the Chattahoochee, and the proposed cuts by the Trump administration could threaten your drinking water. 🚨 What We Know: Chattahoochee Riverkeeper warns that […]
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Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation at Georgia Walmart
Authorities evacuated a Forsyth County Walmart Tuesday evening after receiving two threatening phone calls, including a bomb threat that prompted a full sweep of the building. What We Know: Deputies responded to the Walmart at 5455 Atlanta Highway at 6:00 p.m. on March 25 after the store’s pharmacy received two alarming calls. The first call […]
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What Every Pet Owner Should Know About Essential Oils Safe for Cats
Cats are known for their sensitive systems, which makes choosing the right products crucial for their well-being. While essential oils are popular for their therapeutic properties, not all are suitable for feline companions. Misusing these products can cause more harm than good, as cats are particularly vulnerable to certain substances due to their unique metabolic […]
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Savannah Will Name a Street After Rev. Matthew Southall Brown: Who Was He?
A section of East Broad Street in Savannah will soon honor the legacy of Rev. Matthew Southall Brown, Sr., a respected pastor who served the community for over three decades. City officials and community leaders will gather Friday, March 28, at 1 p.m. at the intersection of East Broad and Hartridge streets for the naming […]
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Red Flag Warning Issued For Georgia: That Means No Outdoor Burning
Georgia residents face heightened fire danger today as winds pick up and humidity drops to dangerously low levels. Officials warn any spark could trigger fast-moving blazes across the region. 🔥 What We Know: A Red Flag Warning takes effect from noon until 8 p.m. today across northeast Georgia, including the Chattahoochee National Forest. Northwest winds […]
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Pollen Count in Georgia Doubles
Your nose isn’t deceiving you. Pollen counts have more than doubled in just 24 hours, leaving residents sniffling, sneezing, and wondering if their faces might actually fall off. 🌳 What We Know: Yesterday’s pollen count of 1,295 has skyrocketed to 2,896 today, with trees being the primary culprit in this respiratory assault. Grass and weeds […]
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Rome Burns (Literally): Fire Department Battles Multiple Blazes
Firefighters scrambled to battle blazes along Cartersville Highway, Chulio Road, and Mathis Road yesterday as flames popped up faster than conspiracy theories at a town hall meeting. 🔥 What We Know: Rome Fire Department crews responded to multiple fires that broke out simultaneously across the county. First responders urged drivers to slow down when passing […]
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Gwinnett Lawmakers Nix Plan to Punish School Board Members for Superintendent Firings
Plans to punish Gwinnett County’s school board with steep pay cuts over their handling of superintendent firings have been tossed. Lawmakers say the penalty would’ve taken effect immediately—something they didn’t mean to happen. 🪓 Why It Matters: Lawmakers claim families and taxpayers in Gwinnett have paid the price for repeated turnover at the top of […]