Health officials are tracking potential exposure to measles in metro Atlanta, after an unvaccinated resident tested positive for the virus. 📌 What’s Happening: The Georgia Department of Public Health says the infected person was contagious between January 19th and 24th. The individual contracted the virus while traveling in the United States. Health workers are now […]
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Where to Find The Best Winter Sunrise in Georgia
The beauty of a winter sunrise has earned Black Rock Mountain State Park the top spot in Georgia, while Wassaw Island National Wildlife Refuge also made the list of America’s most stunning locations to catch morning colors. 🌅 What’s Happening: A recent survey by Mixbook, a photo book company, asked participants to rank the best […]
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Trump’s Federal Payment Freeze: What it Means and Who it Impacts
The Trump administration will temporarily stop payments on multiple federal programs Tuesday evening, cutting off Americans who rely on what could be trillions in funding and setting off legal challenges over Congress’ constitutional spending authority. The two-page memo from the Office of Management and Budget announcing the freeze led to significant confusion throughout the day Tuesday […]
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Georgia Workers Call For Labor Laws Similar to Colorado
Georgians say if they could borrow labor laws from another state, they’d pick Colorado’s. A new survey reveals residents envy the progressive worker protections and benefits found there, especially a higher minimum wage. 🛠 What’s Happening: Labor laws in the United States vary by state, creating stark differences in workplace rights and wages. A survey […]
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Aligning Your Lifestyle with Hormonal Phases for Better Health
Our bodies are intricately connected to natural rhythms, particularly the hormonal cycles that govern much of our physical and emotional well-being. For women, these cycles are often centered around the menstrual cycle, a roughly 28-day process that influences energy, mood, metabolism, and more. By aligning your lifestyle – nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices – with […]
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Georgia’s Top Judge’s Dire Warning: Our Justice System is Under Attack
State Chief Justice Michael Boggs sounded the alarm this morning, warning about growing dangers to judges, court personnel, and public trust in Georgia’s judiciary. “It seems that our entire system of justice, a bedrock of our democracy, is under attack. These threats take many forms, from threats posed by disinformation and actual violence to threats […]
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Search for Timothy Murry: Missing Since January 9
Toombs County authorities are asking for your help to find missing 30-year-old man, Timothy Murry. Just the Facts: If you have any information about Timothy Shane Murry’s whereabouts, please call the Toombs County Sheriff’s Office at 912-526-9292. Your help could make a difference.
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Georgia Supreme Court Rules Mableton Cityhood is Legal
The Supreme Court of Georgia says Mableton’s cityhood is here to stay. The court has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the creation of the new city in Cobb County. 🎯 What’s Happening: The lawsuit came from a group of Mableton residents who didn’t agree with how the city was formed. They said House Bill 839, passed […]
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Jury Selection Underway for Former District Attorney in Ahmaud Arbery Case
Jackie Johnson, Brunswick’s former district attorney, is accused of obstructing the investigation into Ahmaud Arbery’s 2020 murder. ⚖️ What’s Happening: Jury selection began this week in the trial of Jackie Johnson, who was Glynn County’s district attorney when Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Black man, was killed while jogging in February 2020. 📰 Why It Matters: […]
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Time Wellness Is Where Georgia Finds Mental Health Support That Works
Discover where Georgia finds mental health support that works with expert care, personalized solutions, and proven therapies.