The Gist: The City of Savannah is taking aim at traffic fatalities and has a plan to create safer streets throughout the city. The Plan: The Vision Zero initiative was approved by City Council last year, and city staff have developed an action plan to guide the effort. The plan emphasizes community engagement and collaboration, […]
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What Is Protected by Personal Injury Law?
If you are being sued, you may be worried about the possible consequences of this legal process and how much you may end up losing because of the lawsuit. If so, personal injury lawyer Pendergrass wants you to know that you risk losing everything from bank accounts and wages to real estate and vehicles. Consult […]
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5 Payment Methods To Purchase THC Vape Online
THC vape pens are the latest in cannabis technology. They provide a convenient and efficient way to indulge while delivering an intense dose of cannabinoids. Perfect for those looking for a discreet and easy-to-use option, these pens allow you to control precisely when and how much Tetrahydrocannabinol you intake. Instead of fumbling with flower or […]
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Here’s why there is a lane closed in Downtown Canton
CANTON — Downtown Canton is undergoing changes as work begins on North Street to install a new sanitation enclosure and grease trap to serve the restaurants and businesses in the area. To ensure the safety of workers and pedestrians, the left lane of traffic will remain closed for the duration of the project. The closed […]
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Savannah Chrisley reveals plans for a new TV show while her parents are in prison
The Chrisley family isn’t about to let a combined 19-year prison sentence get in the way of their reality television endeavors, at least not according to Savannah Chrisley. On the latest episode of her podcast, Unlocked with Savannah Chrisley, the daughter of Todd and Julie Chrisley revealed that production companies are interested in a new show, which would follow the family while the […]
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Overturned tractor-trailer stops traffic in Floyd County
Outbound traffic on Ga. 53 was brought to a standstill on Wednesday morning due to an overturned tractor-trailer at Hermitage Road in Floyd County. According to a statement released by the Floyd County Police Department, the incident resulted in the blockage of all northbound traffic on the road. Drivers should avoid the area if possible […]
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Police investigate stabbing at Bowden Homes in Macon
MACON — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an aggravated assault that occurred at the Bowden Homes located at 2301 Houston Avenue. The incident was reported to the Macon-Bibb 911 Center at about 9:39 p.m. on Monday. According to the Sheriff’s office, a physical altercation took place between several people which led to one […]
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As we faced high gas prices, big oil companies doubled their profits
As Americans felt the crunch of a tighter global oil supply both at home and at the pump, major oil companies set new profit records.
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Georgia healthcare bill sparks debate among hospital groups and lawmakers
A state Senate committee narrowly approved legislation late Tuesday that would replace Georgia’s certificate of need (CON) law governing hospitals with a less restrictive “special health-care service” license. The original version of Senate Bill 162 introduced last week called for a complete repeal of CON, a move legislative Republicans and conservative public policy organizations have […]
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Police search for Coweta County Car Thief
NEWNAN — The Coweta County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer from a car dealership in Newnan. According to the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office, on Feb. 10, the unknown suspect arrived at the Newnan Dodge Dealership located at 53 Hollz Parkway. Surveillance footage shows […]
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Photos: Lanier Islands has a new amenity that is a real Game Changer
Lanier Islands, the popular lakeside resort in Metro Atlanta, has added a new attraction to its growing list of offerings. The resort’s latest year-round amenity, Game Changer, is now open to the public in a sprawling two-story facility of approximately 23,000 square feet. The entertainment center features over 60 popular amusement games, a dedicated kids’ […]
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Gwinnett County code enforcement officers may be getting more power. Here’s what it means for renters and landlords
The Gist: Gwinnett County Commissioners voiced their support to adopt the International Property Maintenance Code, which would give code enforcement officers the ability to work with tenants at residential rental properties. What is it?: The code, which requires sixty days of review, would give code enforcement officers the power to issue citations for interior code […]
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Georgia lawmakers work to revolutionize mental health care in Georgia
The Gist: State Representatives Todd Jones (R-South Forsyth) and Mary Margaret Oliver (D-Decatur) have introduced House Bill 520 to continue reforming Georgia’s mental health care delivery system and address workforce shortages. The Bill: House Bill 520 would expand Georgia’s mental health care loan forgiveness program for providers. It would also create new authorities for sharing […]
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Water Outages in Johns Creek: Here’s What’s Happening
JOHNS CREEK — Fulton County Water is currently repairing a water leak near the intersection of Brumbelow and Nesbit Ferry roads, in Johns Creek. The repair work is expected to cause intermittent water outages for residents in the surrounding area throughout the day. Residents should prepare accordingly and store an ample supply of water for […]
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Jimmy Carter’s Legacy: ‘Love everybody’
The centerpiece of the Jimmy Carter National Historic site is the former Plains High School — President Carter’s alma mater. And today the old auditorium with its folding wooden seats was decked out as it has been for over a decade on Presidents’ Day with flags, red white and blue bunting and memorabilia belonging to […]
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Georgia businesses needed paycheck protection loans, but fraud was rampant
(The Center Square) — While business leaders say the Paycheck Protection Program was invaluable to businesses struggling to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s now clear the initiative was ripe for fraud. “The problem with following the rules is that it often puts you at a disadvantage in a world where fraud and deception […]
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Have you seen missing 12-year-old Janari Morrison?
The Atlanta Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to locate a missing juvenile, Janari Morrison. The 12-year-old boy was last seen on Feb. 20, at about 11:20 p.m. at his residence on 1994 Bent Creek Way. The child’s mother, Britianey Morrison, informed the officers that Janari ran out of the house after being […]
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UGA Study: Fewer people are dying from heart disease, with a notable exception
Fewer people are dying from cardiovascular disease in the U.S., according to new research from the University of Georgia. But rural counties and those with a higher percentage of Black residents consistently experienced higher rates of cardiovascular disease than urban and more predominantly white counties. Published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, the study showed that […]
