Legislation to legalize sports betting in Georgia left for dead after Crossover Day in the General Assembly last week was brought back to life Thursday. None of the four measures on sports betting introduced early in this year’s session made it through the Crossover Day deadline for bills to pass at least one legislative chamber […]
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18-year-old arrested in connection with two Coweta County fires
Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King announced today that an 18-year-old from Newnan was arrested on March 8 in connection with two Coweta County fires. “At approximately 4:00 a.m. that morning, the State Fire Marshal’s Office was requested by Coweta County Fire Rescue to assist in the investigation of a mobile home fire […]
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Pain Relief Medications During Pregnancy: Are They Safe?
Pregnancy is an exciting time for many expectant mothers. But like many other parts of life, it comes with its challenges. One of the most common issues a pregnant woman faces is pain. It can be caused by various factors, some of them not related to the pregnancy itself. Pain relief medications are commonly used […]
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Dispute between neighbors ends in Georgia police shooting and killing a 76-year-old man
The Gist: The GBI is investigating a police shooting in Carroll County, that resulted in a 76-year-old man was shot and killed. The shooting occurred on March 15, 2023, in the 100 block of Bar J Road in Temple after the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office responded to a dispute between neighbors. What We Know: According […]
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Justin Hartley’s New Drama Retitled ‘Tracker’ — Watch The First Promo
CBS has announced that The Never Game has been retitled Tracker. Hartley stars in and serves as an executive producer in the series. The premiere date for the fall will be announced at another time. The network also released the first promo for the drama, showing Hartley’s Colter Shaw in a room, looking at a photo of a man […]
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Georgia residents are getting a tax rebate. Find out how much and when you can expect it
Gov. Brian Kemp wasted no time signing the $1 billion state income tax rebate the General Assembly passed this week. The Republican governor put his signature on House Bill 162 late Tuesday, just hours after the Georgia Senate gave the legislation final passage. “While some in Washington D.C., are calling for tax increases, we’re sending […]
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Georgia lawmakers want to know if college degrees are needed for some state jobs
The Georgia House of Representatives unanimously approved legislation this week to require the state to assess whether educational requirements for many state jobs are necessary. The “Reducing Barriers to State Employment” bill also requires the Georgia Department of Administrative Services (DOAS) to “insofar as practicable” reduce the number of jobs for which a four-year college […]
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This is Atlanta’s Most Popular Dog Breed
Once again, the French Bulldog took Atlanta’s top spot in the American Kennel Club’s 2022 ranking of the most popular AKC-recognized dog breeds in the U.S. The French Bulldog was also recognized as the #1 pup in Dallas and Chicago. The Poodle has grown in popularity since last year. Additionally, the Rottweiler breaking into the […]
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A Roswell teenager was shot in the face. Two other teens have been charged
ROSWELL — Two teenagers have been charged in connection with a shooting at a home in the Wexford Subdivision, according to the Roswell Police Department. Roswell police officers responded to a call of a person shot at a home located in the 500 block of Wexford Hollow Run at about 5 p.m. on March 3. […]
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Red Vein Kratom And Its Shelf Life: Key Factors That You Must Know
Storing red vein kratom requires a few precautions to ensure its shelf life and potency. The primary concern when storing any type is moisture, as too much can make it spoil quickly. The best way to avoid this is by transferring it from its original packaging into an airtight container or bag and ensuring that […]
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Flashback: The Blizzard of ’93 hits Georgia
Believe it or not, it has been 30 years since the Blizzard of ’93. Before Snowpocalypse hit in 2014, this was the big weather event everyone in Georgia talked about. After all, blizzards in The South are just not that common. Before we dig into the news event, let’s take ourselves back to 1993. The […]
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Missing 10-year-old Legend Pippin found
UPDATE: According to the Atlanta Police Department, Legend Pippin has been found and is in good health. ATLANTA — The Atlanta Police Department’s Special Victim’s Unit has launched a search for a 10-year-old missing child identified as Legend Pippin. According to preliminary information released by the authorities, Legend was reported missing from his home in […]
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These are the 25 best colleges in Georgia
Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions a person will make for their education, impacting everything from future earnings and employment to potential student loan debt and social circles. While every student wants to get the best education they possibly can, there are myriad considerations to take into account: location, size, diversity, […]
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Yes, it’s true: Georgia will see freezing conditions this week
The clocks have sprung forward, but spring hasn’t sprung just yet. After what appeared like the beginning of spring, Georgia is in for a quick cold snap tonight. The National Weather Service has issued a freeze watch for much of north and central Georgia, which will remain in effect from Monday evening through Wednesday morning. […]
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5 Road Safety Tips You Should Remember When Traveling Interstate
Although the interstate has, with time, registered the lowest number of car accidents, it still sees staggering numbers of gruesome accidents. They are still among the leading causes of death in the US for people between the ages of three to 34 years old. Safe driving practices remain the best way to reduce the risk of […]
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Alabama Woman Dies Following Motorcycle Collision on I-475 in Macon
MACON — Tragedy struck the aftermath of the single-vehicle collision that occurred on I-475 north, near mile marker 7, involving a motorcycle. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the passenger, Stephanie Burnside, of Alabama, has died from her injuries. According to the coroner, Lonnie Miley, the next of kin has been notified. The […]
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Motorcycle Collision on I-475 Leaves Alabama Couple Injured
MACON — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a single vehicle collision that occurred on I-475 north, near mile marker 7, involving a motorcycle. The collision was called into the Macon-Bibb 911 Center at around 2:23 p.m. today. According to the sheriff’s office, the motorcyclist, 41-year-old Alabama man, lost control of his motorcycle when […]
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These are the 18 best public elementary schools in Georgia
Early childhood education provides students with a foundation for success for the rest of their lives. In studies about the ROI of early education, for every $1 spent, $7 are generated later. As a result, it is imperative to invest in children’s futures by providing them high quality learning environments and curricula. Because there can be […]
