An effort that could lead eventually to the elimination of runoff elections in Georgia has surfaced in the General Assembly. State Rep. Joseph Gullett, R-Dallas, introduced a bill into the Georgia House this week that would allow Georgia cities to experiment with instant runoff voting in nonpartisan municipal elections. “This legislation promotes local control,” said […]
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8 Skills to Master While Pursuing a Nursing Degree in Georgia
Pursuing a nursing degree is more than learning the hows and whys of basic medicine; you will learn other useful skills too. During your studies, you’ll be challenged to think like a leader, hone your critical thinking abilities, and become comfortable in an ever-changing healthcare landscape. You’ll discover how to work as part of a […]
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Anticipated freezing weather prompts DeKalb warming centers to open
DeKalb County will open four warming centers for residents to use on Friday, Feb. 3 and Saturday, Feb. 4, beginning at 8 p.m. Temperatures in the area are expected to dip below freezing Friday night and will be just above freezing on Saturday night. The four centers are Fire Station 3, located at 100 N. […]
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How to Properly Manage Your Industrial Wastewater
Industrial wastewater management is no small matter. That’s been a growing concern with the improper disposal or treatment of wastewater from industrial plants, factories, and other companies. When mishandled, industrial waste can be highly toxic and damaging to human health and the environment, including air pollution, water pollution, soil contamination, and a host of other […]
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Did Georgia’s groundhog Gen. Beauregard Lee see his shadow today?
Spring is coming early. — That’s the word from Georgia’s own furry prognosticator, Gen. Beauregard Lee, as Georgia’s foremost authority on the start of spring emerged from his home at Dauset Trails Nature Preserve in Jackson, he did not see his shadow. For over two decades, Gen. Beauregard Lee has been the official groundhog of […]
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Brookhaven Can Now Live Stream 911 Calls to Officers in the Field
The Gist: The Brookhaven Police Department has begun live-streaming 911 emergency calls directly to officers in the field, making it the first agency in the state to do so. Why it matters: The revolutionary application, Live911, developed by HigherGround Inc., provides officers with real-time audio and location information on incoming emergencies, reducing response times and […]
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Beyoncé is coming to Atlanta. Find out when
Global music sensation, Beyoncé, has announced her highly anticipated Renaissance World Tour,, marking her first solo tour in over six years. The tour is set to kick off in North America. The tour will come to Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Aug. 11. This tour is expected to be a hot ticket item, with fans from […]
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Have you seen missing 13-year-old Jonesboro girl Janiyah Willis?
JONESBORO — Clayton County Police Officers are searching for 13-year-old Janiyah Willis who went missing on January 31, at 11:25 a.m. Officers were dispatched to Conkle Road in Jonesboro after receiving reports of a missing person. According to police, Janiyah Willis left home without permission at 11:15 a.m. and suffers from multiple mental illnesses. She […]
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Man shot after barricading himself in home during police standoff in Warner Robins
The News: A standoff with police in Warner Robins led to a police shooting Tuesday. One man was shot and is in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. The Standoff: The Capture: What’s Next:
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Former House Speaker David Ralston’s Widow Loses in Runoff for His Seat
A banker from Blue Ridge defeated the widow of former Georgia House Speaker David Ralston Tuesday in a runoff election for Ralston’s Northwest Georgia House seat. Republican Johnny Chastain captured 52.8% of the vote to 47.2% for Sheree Ralston, according to unofficial results. The seat became vacant when Ralston died in November at the age […]
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State Route 42 Bridge Open for Traffic in Fulton County
The Gist: The State Route 42 Spur/McDonough Boulevard Bridge over the Norfolk Southern Railroad in Fulton County has been completed and opened to pedestrian and vehicular traffic on Jan. 27. Why It Matters: The new $8.3 million concrete bridge, which is 170-feet long and 54-feet wide, replaces the old bridge built in 1924 and meets […]
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Kidnapping Suspect Found Dead After Standoff
The News: A 10-year-old girl was kidnapped from the 3100 block of Buford Highway in Brookhaven on Monday. The suspect was driving a black BMW. What We Know: Brookhaven Police Officers initially responded to a report of a kidnapping attempt against an adult female victim, but were informed that a 10-year-old girl was missing. The […]
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Know Georgia Law: If you’re in a car accident with no injuries, move your car off the road
Did You Know?: If you’re involved in a car accident in Georgia with no serious injuries and the vehicles are moveable, you are required by law to move them out of the roadway. The Johns Creek Police Department is reminding drivers of the law in an effort to keep Georgia’s roads safe. Why It Matters: […]
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Weather Alert: Dense fog will stick around Georgia until noon
North and Central Georgia residents are being advised to exercise caution on the roads as a Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until noon on Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service, visibility may drop to as low as one-quarter of a mile in some areas, making driving conditions hazardous. If you are driving, you […]
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Clayton County Chairman Jeff Turner’s secretary accused of sending threatening letter to her boss
The News: Clayton County Chairman Jeff Turner’s Secretary Katrina Holloway, age 52, has been charged with false statements and false report of a crime by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. What We Know: The investigation began in June 2022 after GBI agents received a request from the Clayton County Police Department. According to the GBI, […]
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Officer and suspect shot in East Dublin
The News: A police shooting that happened earlier today is under investigation in East Dublin. What We Know: Fast Fact:
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Gwinnett Police urge public to help find missing teen Susana Morales
NORCROSS — The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking for your help finding 16-year-old Susana Morales, who has been missing since the evening of July 26, 2022. Susana was last seen wearing light blue jeans, a yellow spaghetti-strapped shirt, and white crocs, walking in the direction of her home. Susana texted her mom at 9:40 […]
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Take a behind the scenes look at how Valdosta city government works
VALDOSTA — Citizens who want an inside look at their city government are urged to sign up for the 14th annual Government 101 Citizens Orientation, which takes place from April 10 through May 15. The Valdosta Mayor and City Council initiative includes the participation of up to five high school seniors with a parent or legal […]
