It’s Back: The Rome International Film Festival returns for its 19th annual event which is set to occur in Rome Nov. 10 through 13. What is The Rome International Film Festival?: The four day event will feature film screenings, educational panels, workshops, a Student Film Academy competition, after-parties and a VIP cocktail reception. Last Year: […]
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What you need to know before attending the Wings Over North Georgia Air Show
The 10th annual Wings Over North Georgia Air Show takes flight this week on Oct. 15 and 16. The two-day event will be hosted at the Russell Regional Airport in Rome and will feature the A-10 Thunderbolt II Tactical Demonstration Team and the launch of the newly formed AirShow Racing Series. There will also be performances by […]
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Herschel Walker talks about Raphael Warnock at campaign stop, but stays silent on abortion allegations
CARROLLTON — Republican U.S. Senate candidate Herschel Walker spoke to supporters at a campaign stop in Carrollton Tuesday but did not directly address recent unfavorable allegations about his payment for an ex-girlfriend’s abortion and violence against his ex-wife. In the past few weeks, Walker has faced a string of troubling allegations. His son, Christian Walker, […]
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43-year-old Georgia woman dies in collision with semitruck in Forsyth County
A 43-year-old Cumming woman is dead after a collision last night with a semitruck in Forsyth County. The Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Department responded to the area of Georgia Highway 20 at the entrance of the Lakeland Plaza shopping center regarding a vehicle versus a semitruck collision that had occurred at about 9:30 p.m. […]
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Savannah responds to 5,280 gallon sewage spill
SAVANNAH — City of Savannah Sewer Conveyance staff responded to a sewage spill today on Lavon Avenue in Savannah. The spill, which flowed into Hayners Creek, was from a surcharged wet well caused by work being completed on the county’s force main along Sallie Mood Drive. An estimated 5,280 gallons spilled before being corrected. This is […]
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15-year-old Savannah boy shot and killed in Garden City
GARDEN CITY — A 15-year-old Savannah boy is dead after being shot at a home in Garden City. On Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 2:20 p.m., the Garden City Police Department asked the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Statesboro Office assist with a death investigation at a home on Third Street in Garden City. According to […]
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Georgia students out-perform national average on ACT
For the sixth year in a row, Georgia students beat the national average on the ACT. Georgia’s class of 2022 recorded an average composite score of 21.6, compared to the national average of 19.8. “I am very proud of the class of 2022, along with the hard-working teachers who worked to open up opportunities for […]
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CVS takes on the ‘Pink Tax’ and ‘Menstrual Tax’ with bold women’s health moves
In conjunction with “International Day of the Girl” on Oct. 11, CVS Health is implementing a series of bold steps related to product pricing and tax absorption on menstrual products, while providing women with more access to affordable, accessible health care services. The new initiatives were announced today and will take effect at its Georgia stores. […]
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Cases of coronavirus and monkeypox are down in Georgia
Cases of COVID-19 and monkeypox are continuing to decline in Georgia, officials with the state Department of Public Health reported Tuesday. COVID cases in Georgia are down about 80% since mid-August, Dr. Cherie Drenzek, the agency’s epidemiologist and chief science officer, told members of the state Board of Public Health. Hospitalizations are down 89% since […]
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What is Georgia’s favorite Halloween Candy?
The results are in, and once again Georgia’s favorite Halloween Candy remains the Swedish Fish. Swedish Fish have been in the lead as the favorite Halloween candy of Georgia since at least 2020, according to CandyStore.com, which uses 15 years worth of buying data to release its yearly ranking of Halloween candy by state. Georgia […]
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Traffic Reminder: You should slow down and move over when you see a vehicle on the side of the road
Nearly 350 people are struck and killed outside a disabled vehicle each year, and roughly a quarter of motorists do not know that Slow Down, Move Over laws exist in their state. AAA has long been an advocate for “Move Over” laws, requiring drivers to slow down and move over for emergency responders on the […]
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Tuesday is the last day to register to vote in Georgia for the November 8 election
Tuesday is the last day to register to vote in the November 8 election in Georgia. If you aren’t registered, registering to vote in Georgia is easy and can be done online. Whether you are or aren’t currently registered, here are the answers to some of your questions about registering and voting in Georgia. Wait, […]
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Fulton County Chairman to Atlanta officials: ‘Give us the damn keys to the jail’
The Scoop: A dispute between Atlanta leaders and Fulton County government has spurred harsh words from Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts. The Issue: The City of Atlanta and Fulton County entered into an agreement in August to ease overcrowding at the Fulton County jail by leasing space at the Atlanta Detention Center. As part of […]
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Marietta man dies in fatal collision on Cobb Parkway
MARIETTA — The Cobb County Police Department is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Cobb Parkway north of EMC Parkway on Friday just before 1 p.m. According to police, Kevin Michael Johnson, of Marietta, was traveling north on Cobb Parkway in a black 2020 Chevrolet Colorado in the left lane, approaching stopped traffic. A Powder Springs man […]
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Get ready for the Marvel vs. DC 5K in DeKalb County
Are you a Superman fan or a Spiderman fan? DeKalb County is inviting runners to declare their allegiance to DC or Marvel comics in a unique spin on a 5K concept. DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will host its first Marvel vs. DC 5K Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, Oct. 22, at 6:30 p.m. at Sugar Creek Golf […]
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Día de Muertos Festival returns to Roswell Oct. 29
ROSWELL — Roswell will host its third Annual Día de Muertos Festival on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 2 to 8 p.m., on the grounds of City Hall, 38 Hill Street in Roswell. Visitors of all ages are invited to celebrate this traditional Mexican holiday, which will feature an afternoon and evening filled with activities, remembrance, and […]
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Georgia gas prices are going up again
Georgia gas prices increased at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia drivers are now paying an average price of $3.22 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday’s state average is 5 cents more than a week ago, 6 cents less than a month ago, and 17 cents more than this time last year. It now costs $48.30 to fill a 15-gallon tank of regular gasoline. […]
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Police search for missing 13-year-old Lithonia girl
The DeKalb County Police Department is asking for your help finding a 13-year-old girl named Keosha who has been missing since Saturday. According to police, Keosha was last seen near Stone Meadow Road in Lithonia. She is 5’3, and weighs about 110 pounds with brown eyes and black hair. According to police, she was seen […]
