🚨 The Gist: Portions of northwest Georgia are now under an Enhanced Risk (3 out of 5) for severe weather from late tonight through early tomorrow morning. The primary concern is the potential for strong tornadoes. 📋 The Details: 🔢 By The Numbers: 🌐 The Big Picture: This severe weather outlook comes as part of […]
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City of Norcross Announces Trash Collection Schedule for Week of Memorial Day
🌞 The Gist: The City of Norcross has announced that sanitation and recycling services will experience a one-day delay from Tuesday, May 28, to Friday, May 31, due to the observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 27. There will be no services provided on the holiday itself. 📅 Schedule Changes: 🚚 What This Means […]
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Georgia Police Departments Are Ready to Put The Heat on Drivers This Summer
🌞 The Gist: The 100 Days of Summer H.E.A.T. (Highway Enforcement of Aggressive Traffic) campaign is a multi-jurisdictional highway safety program designed to reduce fatal crash counts during Georgia’s busy holiday driving period from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 🚨 Increased Enforcement: Law enforcement agencies across the state are working together to identify and address […]
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Man Found Dead from Severe Head Wound in Downtown Macon Alleyway
The Gist: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 59-year-old white male found in an alleyway near the intersection of Poplar Street and Second Street in downtown Macon, Georgia. The call came into the Macon-Bibb County E-911 Center at 11:47 a.m. on Sunday. Cause of Death: Investigators discovered that the man […]
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Tired of Inflation? Here’s How You Can Fight It
As inflation continues to impact households across the country, many consumers feel powerless to the onslaught of higher prices and corporate greed. But remember, we live in a capitalist society, which means consumers (that’s you) actually wield a significant tool in their back pockets to fight inflation. That’s right, we can speak with our wallets. […]
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What Will The Weather Be For Memorial Day in Georgia?
🗓️ The Gist: Not to rain on anyone’s parade, but you may want to move your Memorial Day plans indoors. According to the National Weather Service’s hazardous weather outlook, portions of North and Central Georgia can expect scattered thunderstorms from Sunday through Tuesday, with the potential for some storms to become strong to severe, especially […]
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Rome Police Search for Missing Girl, Mackenzie Baker, Who is Believed to be in Immediate Danger
🕵️ The Gist: The Rome Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s help in locating a missing juvenile, Mackenzie Baker, who is believed to be in immediate danger. 👧 Missing Person Details: 🚨 Immediate Action Required: If you have any information regarding Mackenzie’s whereabouts, please contact the authorities immediately. You can remain anonymous. 📞 Contact […]
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Photo Gallery: Twiggs County High School Class of 2024 Graduation
Twiggs County High School recently celebrated its Class of 2024 with a heartfelt graduation ceremony. This photo gallery captures the proud moments of graduates, their families, and the community, showing the essence of this significant milestone. Join us in recognizing the achievements and future aspirations of these students through our gallery of memorable images.
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Meet Cherokee County’s Valedictorians and Salutatorians
The Cherokee County School District recognized the valedictorians and salutatorians of the Class of 2024 at its Annual Scholar Recognition Banquet this week. These distinguished students and their families will be celebrated by the School Board and the Superintendent of Schools, with support from the Cherokee County Educational Foundation and LGE Community Credit Union. Below […]
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Gwinnett County Memorial Day Ceremony Moved Indoors Due to Rain in The Forecast
📅 The Gist: The Gwinnett County Memorial Day Ceremony, originally planned to be held at the Fallen Heroes Memorial, will be moved indoors to the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center auditorium due to the inclement weather forecast for Monday, May 27. 📍 Event Details: 🎖️ Ceremony Highlights: 📺 Viewing Options: The ceremony will stream live […]