Bremen High School’s quarterback, Carson Kimball, has been crowned this year’s homecoming king while recovering from a serious injury suffered during a football game. The community continues to rally around Kimball, showing unwavering support as he fights to heal. 🏆 Why It Matters: Kimball’s injury left the community shaken, but his crowning as homecoming king […]
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Man Shot During Dispute in Satilla Shores
A Saturday afternoon shooting in the Satilla Shores neighborhood of Glynn County left a Brunswick man hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The Details: Azjhonti Armstrong, 23, was shot in the chest and shoulder area at a residence on Zellwood Drive just before 2 p.m., according to the Glynn County Police Department. Armstrong was transported to Shands […]
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Have You Seen Missing Georgia Teen Zane Hay?
A missing child alert has been issued for 15-year-old Zane Hay in Kingsland, Georgia. Hay, who is 5’11” and weighs approximately 145 pounds, was last seen on Friday, September 6, between 8 and 10 p.m. near College Street, close to the College of Coastal Georgia. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a […]
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9 Things You Didn’t Know About Waffle House
Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer died earlier today. As a way of honoring his memory, we are re-publishing this article about the company he captained and loved. Originating in Georgia, Waffle House has become a staple in American dining culture. With its distinct yellow sign and 24/7 operations, it’s much more than just waffles and […]
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‘A Remarkable Legacy:’ Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer Dies at 53
Walt Ehmer, the longtime CEO of Waffle House, has died. He was 53. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a statement on Sunday reflecting on Ehmer’s passing, noting his contributions both to the restaurant chain and the community at large. “I am saddened to learn of the passing of Walt Ehmer, the CEO of Waffle House […]
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Colt Gray’s Mother Warned a School Counselor Minutes Before School Shooting
The mother of Colt Gray, the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, warned a school counselor about her son’s behavior shortly before the deadly attack, according to text messages and phone records obtained by The Washington Post. Despite her warning, the 14-year-old opened fire minutes later, killing four and injuring nine. Why It Matters: The call […]
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Powerball Grows to $121 Million After No Saturday Jackpot Winner
The Powerball jackpot has surged to $121 million after no one matched all six numbers in the Saturday, Sept. 7 drawing. The winning numbers for that night were 14, 34, 37, 55, and 63, with a red Powerball of 20 and a Power Play multiplier of 2x. While the jackpot remained untouched, many players walked […]
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Cool Temperatures Continue in Georgia This Week
Residents can expect a continuation of last week’s cool weather for the rest of this week, with temperatures staying in the low 80s most days. While it won’t be completely dry, rain chances are minimal until midweek. The Forecast: Sunday’s weather will be partly sunny, with a high near 82 and an east wind of […]
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Roswell Teen Arrested After Online Threat Against Middle School
A 14-year-old student in Roswell has been arrested for making an online threat against Elkins Pointe Middle School. The arrest comes during a wave of heightened concerns about school safety following a mass shooting earlier this week in Winder. The Details: On Friday evening the Roswell Police Department received several reports from the community about […]
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57-Year-Old Cobb County Man Charged with Murder After Teen’s Fatal Shooting
A deadly shooting in Austell on Friday morning left a 16-year-old girl dead and resulted in murder charges against a 57-year-old man. The Details: According to the Cobb County Police, at around 9:24 a.m. on September 6, patrol officers responded to reports of gunfire at a residence on Fringe Flower Drive. Upon arrival, they found […]