A man in the Gwinnett County Jail was found unresponsive in his cell last week, and now investigators are trying to find out what happened. What We Know: What Happened: Deputies were doing a regular check in the maximum-security area when they found Munroe unresponsive. They started emergency care right away, and medical teams kept […]
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Atlanta Looks to Woodstock as an Example of What a Downtown Should Be
Atlanta is looking to Woodstock as a model for how to build a thriving, walkable downtown. That was one of the big takeaways from Woodstock Mayor Michael Caldwell’s State of the City address on January 31. 🏙️ What’s Happening: Mayor Caldwell told a packed crowd at Woodstock City Church that the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s “Downtown […]
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Warm Temperatures in Georgia: What to Expect This Week
Georgia residents can expect a warm, spring-like start to the week with above-normal temperatures and plenty of sunshine. But don’t put away the umbrellas just yet—rain chances return by Thursday, though expected rainfall amounts remain light. 🌡 What’s Happening: The National Weather Service predicts a stretch of sunny and dry weather through midweek, with temperatures […]
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Hall County Animal Shelter Offers ‘Shelter Speed Dating’ This Month
The Hall County Animal Shelter is helping connect pets with new families throughout February with its “Shelter Speed Dating” initiative, offering potential adopters a chance to spend quality time with adoptable dogs before making a commitment. “‘Shelter Speed Dating’ is an amazing opportunity for people looking to adopt or simply spend the day with one […]
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What is Georgia Doing to Prevent School Shootings?
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns introduced school-safety legislation Monday stemming from last year’s school shooting in Barrow County that killed two teachers and two students. The comprehensive proposal calls for improvements in information sharing among schools through a new anonymous app, increases penalties for those who make terroristic threats, and provides tax incentives to encourage gun owners […]
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Watch: Truck Pushes Car Through Two Busy Gwinnett County Intersections in Hit and Run
A truck driver is facing multiple charges after a hit and run crash that pushed a car through two busy intersections in Gwinnett County. Just The Facts: The Details: Authorities say the crash could have been much worse. The driver of the silver car was able to walk away without injuries and immediately contacted police. […]
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Aerospace Company Lands in Roswell
Roswell city officials announced today that PBS Aerospace will be making its new North American home in Roswell. PBS Aerospace is a designer and manufacturer of world-class small turbojet engines. The company will invest up to $20 million to establish its North American headquarters, manufacturing, and research and development operations in Roswell. “This is a […]
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Georgia Residents Wake Up to Dense Fog
🌫 What’s Happening: A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect across central, eastern, and southern Georgia until mid-morning. Visibility is expected to drop to a quarter-mile or less, making travel conditions dangerous. 🚗 What You Need to Know: 🌤 What’s Next: The fog is expected to clear by late morning as temperatures rise. However, drivers […]
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You’re Not Very Bright, But Your Headlights Sure Are
Let’s talk about people who insist on driving around with their high beams on like they’re lighting the way for lost travelers. Before you ask—no, this isn’t about those retina-searing LED headlights that make you feel like you just looked directly into an exploding supernova. That’s a rant for another day. This column is about […]