Georgians woke up to teeth-chattering temperatures this morning, with Arctic air plunging the state into the 20s. Wind chills made it feel like the teens in most areas. This bitter cold is here to stay for the week, with a winter storm expected to bring snow and travel chaos. 🌡️ Why It Matters: These extreme […]
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Winter Weather Alert for Candler County
A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Candler County by the National Weather Service. Residents should prepare for challenging conditions starting Tuesday afternoon and continuing through Wednesday morning. 🎯 What’s Happening: 🌡️ Cold Weather Advisory: 🛑 Precautionary Tips: Stay updated with local emergency management announcements and monitor the National Weather Service for any changes. […]
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Hall County Opens Warming Centers During Extreme Cold
Hall County officials are urging residents to prepare for freezing temperatures set to grip North Georgia through midweek, offering community resources to keep warm and stay safe. 🌡️ What’s Happening: An Extreme Cold Warning is in effect as temperatures are expected to plummet below freezing through Wednesday. To provide relief, Hall County has opened three […]
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Central Georgia’s Roads May Be Ready for Snow, But Are Georgia’s Drivers?
The Georgia Department of Transportation has been working around the clock to prepare roads for freezing conditions expected in Central Georgia from late Monday into Wednesday. But as highways are treated for ice, the real question remains—are drivers ready to handle what’s coming? Why It Matters: Icy roads in Georgia are a rare challenge, and […]
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Woman Fatally Stabbed in Macon
A 43-year-old woman has died after being stabbed near the 4900 block of Bloomfield Road in Macon. Just The Facts: How You Can Help: If you have any information, you are urged to call the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. Information can be shared anonymously.
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Cold Snap Hits North Georgia: What To Expect
North Georgia is under an extreme cold warning tonight, with frigid temperatures and biting wind chills creating hazardous conditions. ❄️ What’s Happening: Forecasters expect wind chills to plummet to zero or below across much of the region, posing significant risks to those outdoors. Areas not under the extreme cold warning are still under a cold […]
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TikTok is Back in The U.S.: Here’s What Happened
TikTok is back online in the United States after a brief shutdown. The app went dark following a federal ban but resumed service after President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to prevent the app from “going dark.” 📱 What’s Happening: TikTok’s services were restored less than 24 hours after the shutdown. The company thanked President-elect Trump […]
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‘A Serious Threat:’ Bird Flu hits Georgia’s Poultry Industry
The bird flu has reached the state’s prized poultry industry, with the first commercial case of bird flu hitting a producer in northeast Georgia. The state Department of Agriculture announced late Friday that a positive case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza had been confirmed at a commercial poultry operation in Elbert County. Before Friday, the […]
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Savannah Opens Warming Centers Amid Cold Snap
With frigid weather on the horizon, Savannah residents can find refuge as the city prepares to open warming centers during a week-long cold snap. 🏢 What’s Happening: The City of Savannah, alongside partner agencies, is stepping up to provide overnight warming shelters for those without safe shelter. Wind chills are expected to plunge to 20 […]
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Teen Arrested After Loaded Gun and Alcohol Found in Car at North Forsyth High School
A tip about possible drug activity at North Forsyth High School led deputies to discover a loaded handgun and alcohol in a student’s car Friday morning. The arrest of the 16-year-old has left parents and staff shaken. Just The Facts: The Details: The investigation began early Friday when deputies received information about suspicious activity. The […]