The Walker County Board of Commissioners will consider a request at its next meeting to invest in a multi-million dollar project to produce clean drinking water for the county, supply water to underserved and unserved rural communities and create economic development opportunities. The Walker County Water and Sewerage Authority recently developed a $45 million water and […]
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Gwinnett County Police are investigating threats against schools
The Gwinnett County Police Department has released messages regarding two recent threats to public schools in Gwinnett County and says it is remaining vigilant in investigating all cases of harassment, intimidation and threats of violence against schools in the county. The police department is working with the Gwinnett County School Police to respond and investigate each […]
Posted inGeorgia Places
Do you know these Georgia ghost stories?
Plastic skeletons and blanket ghosts are festooned over yards across the state, ready to welcome trick or treaters on Halloween. But in communities all over Georgia, storytellers and historians whisper dark tales of the past that are more hair-raising than any inflatable lawn ghoul, and some say remnants of that past linger today in old […]
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How to recycle old electronics in Lowndes County
Lowndes County residents can properly dispose of their outdated or unwanted electronics and reduce unnecessary clutter during the upcoming Fall Electronics Recycling Event. The City of Valdosta and Lowndes County Public Works Departments will jointly host the community recycling event on November 13, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Items can be dropped off at […]
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Woodstock is hosting a World Series watch party
WOODSTOCK — Woodstock is welcoming baseball fans to celebrate The World Series at consecutive watch parties in the Northside Hospital-Cherokee Amphitheater beginning on Tuesday, October 26. Watch the Atlanta Braves take on the Houston Astros on a 26-foot screen in the heart of Downtown Woodstock. The events are presented by Visit Woodstock GA and Woodstock Parks […]
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A Wish List for Georgia Casinos
Currently, Georgia prohibits the majority of casino activity — even on Native American land. However, a recent article by The Current shows that there’s still a lot of interest in finally bringing casinos to the state legally. If new legislation does eventually go through, we have a few ideas for what they should include. Elegant poker rooms […]
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Final section of Golden Ray shipwreck removed
BRUNSWICK — The final section of the Golden Ray, the cargo ship that wrecked in the St. Simons Sound, was removed Monday, according to the St. Simons Sound Incident Unified Command For those unfamiliar with the saga of The Golden Ray, it is a cargo ship that capsized off the coast of Georgia in 2019, and […]
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New Norcross library set to open this week
NORCROSS — Gwinnett County will host a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of the new Norcross Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library at 3 p.m. Tuesday. The new branch — located on a 1.6-acre site connected to Lillian Webb Park — is about twice as large as the previous Norcross Branch facility. Features include […]
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Project Lifesaver can help locate Paulding kids and adults who wander
Paulding County Sheriff Gary Gulledge is announced a new program to help locate children and adults who have a tendency to wander due to cognitive conditions. Project Lifesaver is the premier search and rescue program operated internationally by public safety agencies, and is strategically designed for “at risk” individuals who are prone to the life […]
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Georgia hits 50% vaccination milestone
Georgia reached an important milestone in the fight against COVID-19. The Georgia Department of Public Health is reporting that 50% of all Georgians are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The total number of vaccinated people in Georgia is just over 5.1 million, which is half of the state’s total population. The CDC considers individuals fully […]
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Brookhaven leaders to vote on Lynwood Park splash pad project
A slew of Lynwood Park projects including construction of a new splashpad will be discussed when The Brookhaven City Council conducts its next regularly scheduled business meeting Tuesday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. In consideration of social distancing recommendations, the meeting will be held via video conference. In order to ensure transparency and accountability, the public will be […]
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Stone Mountain Gets New Management Company
A new company owned by a veteran executive at Stone Mountain was named Monday as the finalist to take over management of the park next summer. The Stone Mountain Memorial Association’s board voted unanimously to enter into negotiations with Thrive Attraction Management. The new firm’s owner, Michael Dombrowski, has served as the park’s vice president […]
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Georgia sheriff’s office warns of police impersonator
The Dooly County Sheriff’s Office says sheriff’s officials have been made aware of an incident that occurred Oct. 23 where someone may have impersonated a police officer. According to the sheriff’s office, the suspect used a flashing red light to stop a vehicle. If you have any questions or encounters with an incident like this, […]
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Braves fans react to World Series berth
In case you missed it, the Atlanta Braves defeated the LA Dodgers last night to advance to the World Series. With the win, The Braves ended the team’s 22-year pennant drought. Braves fans were overjoyed by the win and took to Twitter to express their adulation and to congratulate the team. Here are some of […]
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Missing Mississippi woman’s car found in Georgia
Clayton County Police Officers responded to the 3400 block of Mt. Zion Road in reference to a suspicious vehicle Saturday. Upon checking the vehicle’s tag it returned to the victim, Kayla Barnett, who is currently listed as an endangered missing person out of Mississippi. Barnett was not located with her vehicle at this time. Barnett […]
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Arrest made in death of homeless Gainesville man
GAINESVILLE — A death investigation of a Gainesville man found near railroad tracks has led Gainesville Police to an arrest. Just before 7 p.m. on Monday, October 18., Gainesville officers responded to the railroad track area near Georgia Ave. and Industrial Blvd. regarding an unconscious man. The man, identified as 68-year-old Leon Hines, was seen […]
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Three Cherokee County parks are getting new pavilions
Three Cherokee County parks are getting new pavilions. Calm Waters Inc. will construct a pavilion at Hunkey Mauldin Sports Complex, one at Cherokee Veterans Park near the playground, and one at Patriots Park near the playground. Funding for the pavilion at Hunkey Mauldin comes from a grant from Pilgrims, and Special Purpose Local Option Sales […]
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What is the most educated city in Georgia?
The average cost of a college education in the United States is $35,720 a year — three times higher than it was two decades ago. While rising tuition costs are discouraging many Americans from enrolling, a college education is an investment that can broaden access to career opportunities, improve job security, and increase earning potential. […]
