Today, the Oconee community gathered to honor the life of Lt. Scott Underwood of the Oconee County Sheriff’s Office, who tragically died in a lawn mower accident at his home last week. Lt. Underwood served the Oconee County community for over two decades as a supervisor for a patrol unit. Underwood leaves behind his wife […]
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Photos: Scenes from the 2023 Apalachee High School Graduation
This photo gallery captures the pivotal moments from the 2023 Apalachee High School Graduation Ceremony. It offers viewers an up-close look at the key highlights of the day, chronicling the joy, triumph, and emotion as this class marks the end of a significant chapter in their academic journey. Each snapshot tells a unique story of […]
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Clayton County Duo Faces Prison Time for Machine Gun Trafficking and Shooting at Federal Agents
The Gist: Two Clayton County men, Anthony Maseda and Erik Arreola-Torres, have been sentenced to prison after converting semi-automatic firearms into machine guns and selling them out of a local residence. The operation came to a head when Arreola-Torres fired a machine gun at federal agents and local law enforcement during the execution of a […]
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Photos: The first graduation for the Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy
Here is a photo gallery from the inaugural graduation ceremony of Barrow Arts and Sciences Academy. This gallery provides an honest and powerful representation of this historic event, demonstrating the tenacity, creativity, and academic excellence of the pioneering graduates. From candid moments of joy to the formal procession, these photos capture the distinct character of […]
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A teenage girl’s vape started fire that burned down her family’s home
A vape the teen had thrown away set the house ablaze.
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Photos: Winder Barrow High School Class of 2023 Graduation
What follows is a photo gallery of the Winder-Barrow High School Class of 2023 Graduation Ceremony. As you peruse this collection, you can relive the momentous occasion through captivating images that capture the energy, joy, and triumph of our graduating class. These photographs showcase the culmination of years of dedication, illuminating the essence of this […]
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Meet the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Banks County High School Class of 2023
Banks County Schools recently recognized the top academic performers of Banks County High School’s Class of 2023. The students were honored at a special breakfast ceremony, where Valedictorian Troy Loggins, Salutatorian Nayyan Diaz, and First Honorarian/STAR Student Abigail Irvin were celebrated for their outstanding achievements. The event was highlighted by presentations from Dr. Ann Hopkins […]
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Meet Baker County’s Class of 2023 valedictorian and salutatorian
Baker County Schools has announced the top academic honorees for the Class of 2023. The Valedictorian for this graduating class is Christopher Garcia-Moralez, and the Salutatorian is Antonia Butler. Introducing the Valedictorian: Christopher Garcia-Moralez Christopher Garcia-Moralez has been named the Valedictorian for the Class of 2023. This honor recognizes the student who has achieved the […]
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Congratulations Graduates! Photos from the Bacon County High School graduation
Bacon County High School students graduated earlier this week in Alma, Georgia. The school also announced the academic leaders of the Class of 2023. This year, the school has recognized Cooper Loggins as the Valedictorian, and Allison Elrod has been named the Salutatorian. Moreover, a special acknowledgment has been given to the BCHS 2023 Honor […]
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Do most Americans know why we celebrate Memorial Day?
A third of people polled admitted to being unsure of the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
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Meet the Valedictorian and Salutatorian Appling County’s Class of 2023
Appling County High School has announced the Class of 2023 Valedictorian and Salutatorian. The distinction of Valedictorian has been conferred upon Caden Floyd, while Lexi Steedley has been recognized as the Salutatorian. The Role and Recognition of Valedictorian and Salutatorian The designations of Valedictorian and Salutatorian are traditional academic honors, recognizing the students with the […]
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In Georgia, 14,000 guns are stolen from private residents each year
U.S. firearm sales have surged in recent years, a trend that has coincided with a steep increase in gun violence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a record number of Americans died of gun-related injuries in 2021. While law-abiding citizens with no intention of engaging in criminal activity account for the vast […]
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Major Traffic Shifts Expected on Union Hill Road in Cherokee Starting May 30
The Gist: Road improvement projects are set to disrupt traffic on Union Hill Road in Cherokee County beginning May 30. The Project: Union Hill Road (South) at the intersection with Lower Union Hill Road will be closed for construction of a roundabout, lasting until July 31. Union Hill Road (North) remains open with flagging operations […]
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Getting cheated on may trigger a form of PTSD
The condition known as Post Infidelity Stress Disorder can leave you with PTSD-like symptoms such as anxiety and depression.
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Georgia peaches will be hard to find this year. Here’s why
Fans of Georgia peaches may have a tough time finding them this summer as a mix of long-term climate trends and a spate of bad weather added up to an almost entire loss of the state’s crop. First, the climate: Peach trees need what growers call chill hours, or time in which unopened blossoms are […]
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Debt Ceiling Debate: Republican States Dispute Biden’s 14th Amendment Solution
ATLANTA – Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has joined a 19-state coalition of attorneys general in urging the Biden administration not to use the 14th Amendment to raise the nation’s debt ceiling. In a letter to President Joe Biden dated Wednesday, the coalition argued the Constitution does not give presidents the power on their own […]
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How a Gwinnett Man Lost $9,000 in a Phone Scam
Phone scam victims in Gwinnett County are on the rise, with one Lilburn resident losing $9,000 to a fake ‘agent’ who claimed to be from the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. This startling incident is sparking urgent warnings from the Gwinnett County Police Department about an escalating trend in elaborate phone cons. The victim, who has […]
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Predictions: How Will the Falcons Perform in the Upcoming Season?
The unveiling of the NFL schedule has provided the missing piece to complete the puzzle of the upcoming season. While the Atlanta Falcons’ opponents were already known, the schedule reveal has now provided the complete picture, unveiling the specific dates and matchups for each game against these teams. The upcoming Atlanta Falcons schedule presents an […]
