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 […]
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7 Things You Didn’t Know About Waycross, Georgia
During Monday night’s address at the Democratic National Convention, Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock mentioned his hometown of Waycross, Georgia. He quipped that it was named Waycross because it was “Way across Georgia.” Waycross, Georgia, might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of fascinating destinations, but this charming little city […]
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5th Measles Case Confirmed in Georgia: Public Health Alert
A case of measles has been confirmed in a metro Atlanta resident, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. The patient, who was not fully vaccinated, contracted the virus while traveling internationally and is now back in the United States. Public health officials are working to trace and identify anyone who may have come […]
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Have You Seen This Hilarious Post From The Candler County Sheriff’s Office?
Georgia Sheriff’s Offices are known for their humorous social media posts. Usually, these are short quips, but a much longer post chock full of hilarity is garnering quite a bit of attention today. Below is today’s offering from the Candler County Sheriff’s office. 🚨 Attention, Candler County: Common Sense Isn’t So Common 🚨 Folks, it’s […]
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Georgia Deputy Was Killed in an Ambush While Responding to Domestic Dispute
More details have emerged about Deputy Brandon Cunningham, who was killed in the line of duty on Saturday. The incident occurred at approximately 6:13 p.m., as Cunningham responded to a domestic dispute on Foggy Creek Lane in the Harmony Creek subdivision in Hiram. The Details: Deputy Cunningham, alongside his partner, arrived at the residence following […]