Herschel Walker, a UGA sports icon and former U.S. Senate candidate, has been nominated by former President Donald Trump to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas. What’s Happening: Walker, a Heisman Trophy winner and NFL Hall of Famer, has been a prominent figure in both sports and public service. Trump’s announcement praised Walker for […]
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Mother accused of kidnapping 7-year-old son in Snellville
Update: From The Gwinnett County Police Department – Royal Marks has been safely located, and Michelle Marks is now in police custody. Detectives assigned to this case acted swiftly, pursuing all available leads. During the investigation, they discovered that Michelle Marks had traveled earlier today from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport […]
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Will Christmas Be Warm in Georgia This Year?
It won’t be a white Christmas, but it may be a warm Christmas in the Peach State this year. Residents across Georgia can expect a mild Christmas this year, with forecasts pointing to warmer-than-average temperatures for the holiday week. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service predicts above-normal temperatures across the Lower 48 states for the […]
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Contest: Georgia Children Invited to Create Fish-Themed Artwork
Georgia students from kindergarten through grade 12 are invited to showcase their creativity in the 2024-25 International Fish Art Contest. Organized in part by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division, the contest encourages young artists to learn more about fish species and aquatic habitats through art and writing. “By using art and […]
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Georgia Electors Certify Trump’s Victory
Georgia’s Republican presidential electors formally cast their votes for former President Donald Trump Tuesday in a ceremony at the state Capitol. The 16 electors, consistently largely of local GOP leaders, met on the same day electors in every state cast their votes either for Trump or Vice President Kamala Harris, depending on which candidate the […]
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School Bus Crash in Cobb County: What We Know
A school bus crash on Roswell Road near Providence temporarily reduced traffic to a single lane Wednesday morning. Authorities report no injuries to the driver, children on board, or others involved in the collision. Just the Facts: • A school bus was involved in a collision near Roswell Road and Providence. • No injuries were […]
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81-Year-Old Woman Killed in Collision With Tractor-Trailer
An 81-year-old woman died Monday evening after a sedan collided with a tractor-trailer on Cumming Highway in Cherokee County. Just the facts: Bonnie Moore, of Canton, was pronounced dead at the scene after the crash near Soleil Parkway around 5:40 p.m., according to the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office. • Moore was a passenger in a […]
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8th Annual Toy Drive for Veterans and Families in Warner Robins
Genesis Joy House Homeless Shelter in Warner Robins is hosting its 8th Annual Toy Drive to bring holiday cheer to economically challenged veteran families and their children. The event, scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., will take place at 501 Marshall Avenue in Warner Robins, Georgia. The toy drive […]
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Office Holiday Party Etiquette: What Not to Do
Office holiday parties. Billed as a “thank you” for your year of hard work but often a test of your ability to socialize just enough without being labeled “that guy” or “that girl.” According to a survey of 3,000 Georgia managers, workers don’t always pass this unspoken test—especially after a second glass of eggnog. The […]
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What You Need to Know About The New Alert on Waze
Drivers using Waze or Google Maps will now receive a new alert when approaching a disabled vehicle or AAA roadside worker, giving you time to slow down and move over. The feature, launched by AAA and Waze, aims to reduce crashes involving stranded motorists and responders who work just feet from fast-moving traffic. What’s Happening: […]