Fulton County school officials are considering opting out of Georgia’s new property tax cap, which voters approved in November. Residents will have three public hearings to discuss the issue. The hearings are required by law. What’s Happening: House Bill 581, also known as the “Save Our Homes Act,” passed by the Georgia General Assembly and […]
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Arrest Made in Albany Walmart Shooting
A man has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault following a shooting outside a Walmart in Albany. Just the Facts: The Details: Police responded to reports of gunfire outside the Walmart at 2486 North Slappey Boulevard. Witnesses described a man firing shots at another man driving a purple Tahoe. The shooter then fled in […]
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Brookhaven Pushes to Override Voter-Approved Property Tax Cap
Brookhaven officials are moving to opt out of Georgia’s new property tax cap, defying the will of 63% of Georgia voters who supported the measure in November. What’s Happening: The City of Brookhaven has scheduled three public hearings to justify opting out of House Bill 581, which limits annual increases in property values for tax […]
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SCAD President Honored at White House Ceremony
Savannah College of Art and Design president Paula Wallace was honored at a White House ceremony Thursday night, where she was bestowed the Presidential Citizens Medal by President Joe Biden. Wallace, who co-founded SCAD in 1978, was among 20 national recipients of the medal — the second-highest honor a civilian can earn, behind only the […]
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Georgia Deputy Stops Fire Before it Spreads in Burke County
A Burke County deputy’s sharp eye and quick response may have stopped a fire from turning into a disaster. Just The Facts: The Details: Barrs was patrolling the Story Mill Road area when he noticed smoke coming from the tree line. Acting fast, he reported the fire to Burke County 911, prompting a swift response […]
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Hall County Prepares for Frigid Temperatures
Hall County residents are urged to prepare for dangerously cold temperatures as North Georgia braces for freezing weather. County officials are opening community centers to help residents stay warm during the cold snap. What’s Happening: Hall County officials announced three community centers will serve as temporary warming locations for residents seeking shelter from freezing temperatures. […]
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14-Year-Old Shot in The Neck By Another Teen in LaGrange
A 14-year-old boy is in serious condition after being shot in the neck early Monday morning on McCall Street in LaGrange. Police have identified 17-year-old Enan Brooks as the suspect and are actively searching for him. 📍 What’s Happening: 📞 How to Help: Anyone with information on Brooks‘ whereabouts is urged to contact the LaGrange […]
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Gas Prices in Georgia Are Heading Up Again
Drivers are paying slightly more at the pump as gas prices in Georgia trend upward after months of decline. What’s Happening: The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in Georgia now sits at $2.90. That’s a penny higher than last week, a penny lower than last month, and seven cents less than […]
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Which Georgia City is The Best At Keeping New Year’s Resolutions and Which is The Worst?
A new study ranks Atlanta among the best cities in the nation for keeping New Year’s resolutions, while Augusta falls near the bottom of the list. What’s Happening: A report from WalletHub highlights the best and worst cities for achieving New Year’s goals in 2025. The findings rank Atlanta as the 5th best city in […]
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New Year’s Resolutions and Other Bad Ideas I Had After Midnight
I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions. I also don’t believe in low-fat ice cream, honest politicians, or the idea that my tires are really low on air when my car keeps insisting they are. Yet every year, sometime between when the clock strikes midnight and I’m halfway through my ham and black-eyed peas, my […]