Georgia’s Talmadge Bridge in Savannah faces potential catastrophic collapse risk from large vessel strikes, according to a new National Transportation Safety Board report. The Talmadge Bridge, built in 1991, is among 68 bridges nationwide that cross navigable waterways used by ocean-going vessels but have never undergone modern vulnerability assessments to determine their risk of collapse […]
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Malnourished Dog Was Abandoned in Freezing Weather in Marietta
Cobb County animal cruelty detectives are searching for a person who abandoned a severely malnourished dog in freezing weather last month, leaving the young dog without food, water or shelter. What We Know: The mixed-breed puppy, described as resembling a labradoodle, was left in a metal cage near a residence on Forest Lane SE in […]
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Kemp-Backed Legal Overhaul Passes Georgia House Hurdle
(The Center Square) – Sweeping tort reform legislation in Georgia on Thursday passed the House of Representatives 91-82, with some Republicans voting against it and three Democrats supporting it. Senate Bill 68 would limit some liability awards and protect businesses from lawsuits for acts outside of their control. The goal, according to the bill’s backers, is […]
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Suwanee Indian Restaurant Gets Failing Health Score Of 51
A Suwanee restaurant failed a health inspection with multiple serious food safety violations that could make you sick. 🍽️ What We Know: Health inspectors found alarming conditions at Hashtag India on Johns Creek Parkway during a routine inspection March 14. According to health inspectors, the restaurant’s manager didn’t know chicken should reach 165 degrees to […]
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Investigation Launched Into Firing of Two Campbell High Basketball Coaches
Two Basketball coaches at Campbell High School were abruptly dismissed last week, prompting Superintendent Chris Ragsdale to launch an investigation following intense community backlash. 🔍 Why It Matters: Families and students are outraged by how these beloved mentors were treated after decades of service, showing how deeply coaches impact school communities beyond just sports. 🏀 […]
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Critical Fire Danger in Georgia Today
North and central Georgia residents face a perfect storm of fire-friendly weather today as humidity levels plummet and freezing temperatures grip the region. 🔥 What We Know: Humidity levels will drop to 25% or less across north and central Georgia, creating tinder-box conditions through 8 p.m. today. West and northwest winds at 5 to 10 […]
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The Role of Sleep in Athletic Recovery and Performance
Athlete sleep is one of the most overlooked yet essential factors in performance and recovery. There was much research on how much sleep should an athlete get, and each new piece highlights its general importance. While training and nutrition are crucial, quality sleep ensures that the body can repair, adapt, and grow stronger after intense […]
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Father and Girlfriend Sentenced for Beating 5-Year-Old to Death For Not Cleaning The House
Five-year-old Janiyah Herring died after her father’s girlfriend tied her to a bed and beat her with a cord for refusing to help clean their Decatur home, according to testimony from the child’s siblings. Court records show Cedric O’Neal Herring, 30, brought his unresponsive daughter to Emory Decatur Hospital on May 29, 2021, claiming they […]
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How to Register for Kindergarten in Gwinnett County?
Gwinnett County Public Schools wants to make kindergarten registration fun for families with a special carnival next week. 🎪 What We Know: The school system will host a Kindergarten Registration Carnival on Thursday, March 27 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Centerville Community Center in Snellville. The event welcomes families with children turning […]
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Woman Injured After Savannah Sidewalk Shooter Discovers Basic Physics
A late-night stroll through downtown Savannah took an unexpected turn when a man decided the ground needed shooting, but wound up hitting his female companion instead. 🚨 What We Know: Police arrested a 29-year-old man after he allegedly fired a gun at the ground while walking with a woman on West Congress Street around 1:20 […]