Georgia’s 2024-2025 dove hunting season begins on September 7, offering hunters the chance to participate in the popular fall activity. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division encourages hunters to consider public dove fields, many of which have been carefully prepared to attract doves. “Dove season kicks off the fall hunting season in […]
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Hurricane Season 2024: Stormy September Ahead
AccuWeather meteorologists are warning that the calm after Hurricane Ernesto won’t last long. With the end of August on the horizon, they’re forecasting a stormy September, projecting 6 to 10 named storms through September 30th—well in line with the historic average but packing a punch this year. Why It Matters: What’s causing this tropical tempest? […]
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Columbus Police Need Your Help Identifying Car Theft Suspect
COLUMBUS — The Columbus Police Department is asking for your help finding an individual suspected of multiple car break-ins and vehicle thefts. The crimes have predominantly occurred in the “East End” of Columbus, an area the suspect is known to frequent. Authorities have yet to apprehend the suspect and are now reaching out to the […]
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Roswell Repeat Offender Charged with Kidnapping and Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material
ROSWELL — A Roswell man has been charged with kidnapping and possession of child sexual abuse material following the safe recovery of a mother and her young son who were the subject of a Levi’s Call early Wednesday morning. Brian Betenia, already facing 12 counts of possession of child sexual abuse material from a previous […]
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Meadowcreek High School Robotics Team Wins National Robotics Competition
Meadowcreek High School’s RoboMustangs robotics team secured a significant victory at the Albany qualifier for the Peachtree District Championship in the FIRST National Robotics Competition. This marks the team’s first win in seven years, following a five-year hiatus. The RoboMustangs, despite being the last team selected for an alliance, outperformed competitors to claim the title. […]
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Autrey Mill Nature Preserve’s Homeschool Program Returns in September
Autrey Mill Nature Preserve’s homeschool program is set to return this September, offering children aged 6 to 11 a unique educational experience that combines environmental studies, nature exploration, heritage, and science. The program is designed to engage young learners in a hands-on environment, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Held most […]
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Georgia Fugitive Captured Under Mobile Home in Virginia
When the Henry County Sheriff’s Office received a tip that William Jackson Kennedy, a 44-year-old with a rap sheet long enough to make most criminals blush, was hiding out at 1106 Jappa Road in Ridgeway, Virginia, they didn’t take any chances. On August 20, deputies arrived with a search warrant in hand, ready to bring […]
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Carroll County Deputy Shot While Executing Search Warrant in Carrollton
CARROLLTON — A Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy was shot Wednesday morning while executing a search warrant in Carrollton. Deputy Taylor Bristow was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery. He has since been moved to the intensive care unit, though his current condition remains unclear. The shooting occurred during the execution of […]
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Georgia Republican Geoff Duncan Will Speak at The Democratic National Convention: Here’s Why
In an unexpected political twist, former Georgia Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, a lifelong Republican and vocal critic of Donald Trump, is set to address the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday. This move marks a significant moment in Duncan’s evolving relationship with the Republican Party, particularly in light of his outspoken stance against Trump’s influence. The […]
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Nobody Wants to Work: 1.4 Million Georgians Hate Their Jobs
A new survey by CardRates.com revealed that a significant portion of Georgia’s workforce is dissatisfied with their current employment. According to the survey, 28% of workers in the state, roughly 1,389,710 people, admitted that they loathe their jobs. This figure is part of a larger national trend, where 38% of American workers, or approximately 59 […]