National inflation trends may show signs of easing, but holiday shoppers face steeper costs for decking the halls. This year, the PNC Christmas Price Index climbed by 5.4%, reflecting higher service costs and maintaining its tradition of tracking the cost of gifts from “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The Christmas Price Index has doubled its […]
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Holiday Travel Advisory: Expect Heavy Traffic Across Georgia Roads
As the holiday season approaches, Georgia drivers should prepare for increased traffic congestion on interstates and major roads statewide. The Georgia Department of Transportation has released travel forecasts for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. What to Expect This Holiday Season According to GDOT, metro Atlanta will see moderate-to-heavy traffic during late afternoons leading up […]
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Should Elon Musk Be Speaker of The House? Marjorie Taylor Greene Thinks So
Marjorie Taylor Greene is pushing for Elon Musk to become Speaker of the House. In an urgent email to her constituents, Greene asked for feedback on Musk’s potential nomination. The email outlined her reasons for supporting Musk, citing his success in business and his ability to stand up to what she calls “government overreach.” Who […]
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Key Terms: Constituents
Key Terms: Constituents– The residents or voters in a particular district, area, or community who are represented by an elected official. These individuals are the primary audience and stakeholders for the official’s decisions, actions, and communications.
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Toy Run Brings Joy to Savannah’s Children’s Hospital
Savannah firefighters and members of the Wingman Motorcycle Club are gearing up for a heartfelt tradition Friday— a toy delivery run to Memorial Children’s Hospital. What’s Happening: The Wingman Motorcycle Club, which includes several Savannah firefighters, organizes an annual toy run to collect toys and gift cards for local children. This year, they are teaming […]
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Weekend Weather Chills as Georgia Heads Into Christmas
Georgia residents can expect sunny skies and cooler weather this weekend. Temperatures will stay in the mid-40s to low 50s during the day, with overnight lows dropping into the 20s. What to Expect Friday: Friday will be mostly sunny with a high near 53 degrees. Winds from the west could gust up to 30 miles […]
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Family Pleads for Answers in Case of Man Stabbed While Sleeping in Atlanta
The family of Erman Preston Hendricks Jr., who was stabbed to death in an unprovoked attack while he was sleeping near Atlanta City Hall, is demanding answers as they piece together the final days of their loved one’s life. Hendricks, 54, was discovered with fatal stab wounds in the early hours of December 14, but […]
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Around Georgia: Road and Holiday Closures
Road and Parking Closures Scheduled in Norcross Today: Drivers and residents in Norcross should prepare for road and parking closures Thursday, Dec. 19, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wingo Street will be closed between Jones Street and Rakestraw Street. Parking will also be unavailable on Wingo Street, in the Betty Mauldin Park lot, and […]
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Brookhaven Halts Google Fiber: Here’s Why
Brookhaven has temporarily halted Google Fiber installations following safety issues, Mayor John Park announced. The city cited a gas main rupture near an elementary school during school hours as the latest in a series of troubling incidents tied to the project. What’s Happening: A citywide stop work order was issued on Dec. 14 after a […]
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Man Arrested After Fatal Dog Attack in Augusta
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has arrested Charles David Blackwell, a 55-year-old resident of Augusta, on charges of involuntary manslaughter following a deadly dog attack on Ira Road. Just the Facts: • Deputies responded to a report of a dog attack on the 3500 block of Ira Road at 10:29 a.m. on Dec. 18, 2024. […]