A Guyton City Councilman is accused of using taxpayer money for personal purchases, and now he’s facing five felony charges. Residents say they want answers. 🎯Why It Matters: The charges accuse a sitting official of using public funds for private gain. If true, that’s not just theft—it’s a betrayal of public trust. 🔍 What’s Happening: […]
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What is Georgia’s Kindest City?
It’s not the biggest town. It’s not the flashiest either. But it might just be the friendliest. 👋 What’s Happening: A new survey of travelers ranked U.S. cities based on how often people greet strangers in public. Rome, Georgia came in as the most welcoming place in the state— and seventh in the nation. Thomasville […]
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Pedestrian Hit by Two Cars in Marietta
A man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being hit by two vehicles late Monday night in Marietta. What We Know: The crash happened just before 11:30 p.m. on June 2 in front of 692 Powder Springs Street. According to the Marietta Police Department, a man man was crossing in the crosswalk but not following […]
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Climax Mayor and Wife Arrested in Child Sex Abuse Case
Climax Mayor Joseph Kelly was arrested Saturday, May 31, on two counts of child molestation. His wife, Natalie Kelly, is charged with two counts of second-degree cruelty to children. Both were taken into custody by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation following a request from the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office. The charges stem from allegations that […]
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Now We Know When McDonald’s Will Bring Back The Snack Wrap
After years of teasing—and what felt like a national hunger strike—McDonald’s finally gave fans a solid date for the return of the beloved Snack Wrap. The company quietly dropped the news Tuesday morning on X: “snack wrap 07.10.2025.” That’s it. No emojis. No sauce. Just the goods. 📢 Who Made It Happen: McDonald’s corporate team […]
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Breakups, Breakthroughs, and Flirty Texts: Your Horoscope for The First Week of June
Last Quarter Moon in Pisces (June 6): As the Moon wanes in dreamy Pisces, this phase invites emotional release, spiritual recalibration, and intuitive clarity. Let go of ideals that no longer serve you, and allow your imagination to guide you toward inner healing. This is a time to forgive—yourself and others—and prepare for a fresh […]
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Truett-McConnell University Faces Pressure Over Alleged Abuse Cover-Up
A sexual abuse report involving a former Truett-McConnell University administrator has sparked demands for an independent investigation, with hundreds backing a public petition urging accountability from university leadership. What We Know: The petition, addressed to the university’s Board of Trustees, claims Dr. Brad Reynolds, a former administrator, sexually abused Hayle Swinson, a student and later […]
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When Will Your Tax Rebate From The State of Georgia Come?
The checks are about to go out in the mail. The Georgia Department of Revenue will begin issuing one-time state income tax refunds to taxpayers this week, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday. The General Assembly approved the rebate – the third this decade – during this year’s legislative session. “Because we’ve managed our state’s resources […]
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Jay Paterno’s Top 3 Parenting Tips Inspired by His Dad
With Father’s Day coming up), what are three parenting lessons that Jay Paterno — Member of the Penn State Board of Trustees and son of Hall of Fame football coach Joe Paterno — picked up from his father, and has used while raising his own five children? “My father was an extraordinary coach, but an […]
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Update: Teen Shot and Five Others Detained in Augusta Gunfire Exchange
A 16-year-old boy is recovering from gunshot wounds after violence erupted in Augusta’s Harrisburg neighborhood Sunday evening, prompting a temporary public safety alert for the area. What We Know: Multiple 911 calls reported gunfire around Crawford Avenue at approximately 7:41 p.m., according to the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office. Callers described several armed teenagers in the […]