Maintenance crews will be striping sections of both directions of I-575 this weekend. This work requires periodic lane closures, potentially causing traffic delays. When and Where: The work is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7, and Sunday, Dec. 8, starting around 10 a.m. and continuing through the evening. Crews will focus on several locations along I-575. […]
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Worker Killed in Rome Construction Site Collapse
A construction site in Rome turned deadly Thursday night when a hole collapsed, killing one worker and injuring another. Crews were working on a water line at Coosawattee Avenue when the ground gave way, burying both men under dirt and asphalt. 🛠️ What’s Happening: Emergency responders from the Rome-Floyd Fire Department launched a rescue effort […]
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UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooter May Have Ties to Atlanta
The suspect in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City may have connections to Atlanta. Law enforcement sources revealed Thursday that the suspect arrived in New York on Nov. 24, via a Greyhound bus that departed from Atlanta. Just the Facts: • Arrival in New York: The suspect traveled to […]
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17 People Were Killed in Car Accidents Over Thanksgiving in Georgia
Seventeen people died on Georgia roads during the 102-hour Thanksgiving holiday period this year, marking an increase from 14 fatalities reported in 2023. The Georgia State Patrol and local agencies worked through a busy weekend of traffic enforcement. Just The Facts: In Context: Thanksgiving weekend typically results in high volumes of road travel across Georgia, […]
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Barrow County Honors Heroes at Annual Shopping Event
Barrow County’s annual “Shop with a Hero” event will take on a new meaning this year as the event pays tribute to School Resource Officers. The High School Resource Officers cars will lead this year’s processional. You may remember it was a school resource officer who was instrumental in ending the school shooting at Apalachee […]
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Winter 2025 in Georgia: Snow or No
Despite the recent temperature drops, probabilities for snow in Georgia this year are low. It has been a difficult season to predict, but could the Peach State actually see snow beyond the highest mountain elevations? Here is what we know. After record breaking high temperatures, it’s been a long time since Georgians have experienced some […]
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Pets Gone Wild: Craziest Pet Calamities of 2024
From destroying water beds to letting wild animals inside, a new survey revealed the craziest calamities pets have unleashed on their owners. The survey of 2,000 dog and cat owners uncovered their most surprising encounters with their furry friends, asked the pros (pet parents of more than five years) for parenting hacks and dove into […]
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The Importance of Filing a Police Report After a Car Accident
Have you ever been involved in a car accident and wondered what to do next? There are different things to do after a car accident. The first is seeking medical attention. Once that has been taken care of, the next most important thing is to file a police report. Many car accidents you see or […]
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Lockheed Elementary Boosts Student Well-Being with New Comfort Corners
Students at Lockheed Elementary now have new tools to help manage their emotions and refocus during the school day, thanks to a collaborative effort led by the Kiwanis Club of Marietta. The organization, in partnership with First Horizon Bank and Piedmont Church, provided 48 beanbag chairs and sensory bottles to enhance the school’s existing Comfort […]
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The Compensation You’re Entitled to If You’re Injured on Someone’s Property
Have you ever slipped and fallen on a wet floor in a grocery store? If so, you may have a valid personal injury claim. Property owners have a legal duty to keep their premises safe for visitors. They could be held liable when they fail to do so, and someone gets hurt. If you’ve been […]