The Candler County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help after government property was damaged within the last 24 hours. The Recreation Department’s walking trail has been vandalized, likely by a golf cart, ATV, or side-by-side. 👀 The Details: If you saw anyone or have any information about who might be responsible, please contact the […]
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Fugitive Using Child’s Identity Caught in Georgia After 30 Years on the Run
Steven Craig Johnson, 70, thought he had escaped justice. On Tuesday afternoon, his three-decade run of the Oregon fugitive came to an abrupt end in Macon. The arrest, a culmination of years of dogged pursuit, closed a cold case that had puzzled law enforcement since 1994. In the mid-90s, Johnson vanished from the Mill Creek […]
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Fast Food Shocker: Chick-fil-A Dethroned as America’s Best Fast Food Restaurant By Del Taco
Georgia-based Chick-fil-A lost its nine-year reign as America’s best fast-food restaurant, dropping to third place in USA Today’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards. 🍟 Why It Matters: Chick-fil-A’s fall from grace highlights a shift in consumer preferences and competition dynamics in the fast-food industry. The change shows how even the most beloved brands must constantly […]
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Listeria Outbreak: Could Your Deli Meat Be Making You Sick?
Two Georgia residents are among those affected by a multistate outbreak of Listeria infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, public health officials in several states, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service are actively investigating the source. Epidemiological data indicates that many of the 28 infected people, spread across […]
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Weekend Weather: Scattered Thunderstorms Expected in North and Central Georgia
Scattered thunderstorms wil persist through tonight across central and northern Georgia, with potential hazards including frequent lightning, heavy rainfall, and gusts near 40 mph. ⚡ Why It Matters: Residents need to stay alert to rapidly changing weather conditions. Lightning, heavy rain, and gusty winds pose risks to safety and property. 🌩️ What’s Happening: 📅 Looking […]
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High Bacteria Levels Detected in Chattahoochee River Near Atlanta
High bacteria levels persist in the Chattahoochee River, flowing from the R.M. Clayton wastewater treatment plant in Atlanta. This week, the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper reported alarming levels of harmful bacteria at the plant’s outfall. One sample revealed bacteria concentrations 35 times above the EPA’s safe recreation threshold. The organization advises caution for a 60-mile river stretch […]
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Fulton County School Board Member Resigns: What We Know
Katha Stuart is stepping down. After nine years on the Fulton County Board of Education, she announced her retirement effective August 31. Stuart attributed her decision to a personal belief in term limits and the practical timing with the new school year beginning. “I look forward to celebrating the beginning of yet another school year […]
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Video: Alligators Are Congregating in The Okefenokee Wildlife Refuge. Don’t Shoot Them
A congregation of alligators was spotted over the weekend at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. Marty Welch, a refuge boater, captured the remarkable sight while en route to Billy’s Lake. The video shows numerous alligators swimming in a canal as Welch’s boat moves slowly through the water. Officials at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge say […]
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DeKalb County Grapples with CrowdStrike Internet Outage
DeKalb County is wrestling with a significant IT disruption due to a national outage of CrowdStrike’s services. County officials report that the Department of Innovation and Technology is actively deploying fixes to restore functionality across affected systems. Current outages impact the permitting system, court systems, and the DeKalb County UGA Extension Service systems, all of […]
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Fani Willis’ Photo Found on Trump Shooter’s Phone
Federal authorities uncovered a photo of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis on the phone of Thomas Matthew Crooks, the man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump. 🕵️♂️ Why It Matters: The discovery raises questions about the suspect’s motives and potential broader targets. Willis is currently prosecuting Trump and Giuliani. 🗂️ What’s […]