It’s summertime, and if you have a warm season lawn (like St. Augustine, bermuda, zoysia or centipede), this is the prime growing season. That also means it’s prime mowing season! To mow your lawn less during the summer for warm season grasses like St. Augustine, bermuda, zoysia, and centipede, consider these options: Mulch mow weekly […]
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Tragic House Fire in Coweta County Claims Six Lives
The Gist: A devastating residential fire early Monday morning on Macedonia Road in Coweta County resulted in the deaths of six individuals and left five others injured. The Details: Upon arrival, Coweta County Fire Rescue found over 50% of the home engulfed in flames, with fire visible from the roof. Firefighters immediately initiated fire suppression […]
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Fire Response Times
About Fire Response Times: Nationally, fire departments aim to meet standards set by the National Fire Protection Association, which recommends a total response time of approximately 6 minutes and 31 seconds for urban areas. In Georgia, the average fire department response time is approximately 7 minutes, which is slightly above the national average of around […]
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How to Run For City Council in Atlanta
🗳️ The Gist: If you’ve ever wanted to make a direct impact on Atlanta’s future, now is your chance. The City of Atlanta is holding a Special Election in November to fill the vacant City Council Post 3 At-Large seat. Prospective candidates must qualify between June 25 and June 27. 📋 The Details: Candidates have […]
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Modern Phone Manners – Is it Goodbye to Hello?
Moneypenny and VoiceNation provide receptionist and PA services to thousands of businesses across the US, from health care and large legal firms to small businesses and tradesmen and large corporations too, and their highly skilled employees have perfected the art of being friendly yet efficient on the phone. Their decades spent handling calls mean they […]
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How To Find The Best Internet Provider in Valdosta
Having a good internet connection is increasingly important in a growing digital society. Whether you’re working from home, watching your favorite shows, or chatting with friends, the quality of your internet can make a big difference. If you live in Valdosta, finding the best internet provider can be tricky, as rural Internet can be painful […]
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Two Lanes Closed After Monday Morning Crash on I-85 South in DeKalb County
🚨 The Gist: A crash on I-85 southbound at North Druid Hills Road has blocked two right lanes, causing traffic delays in the area. 🤔 Why It Matters: The incident is expected to impact morning commuters, with an estimated end time of 9 a.m. Drivers are advised to use caution and seek alternate routes if […]
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Chatham County Sheriff John T. Wilcher Hospitalized and in Critical Condition
The following is a statement from the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office regarding the health of Sheriff John T. Wilcher. Dear CCSO Family and Community Members, We would like to inform you that Sheriff John T. Wilcher is currently receiving medical care in the hospital and is in critical condition. We understand that this news may […]
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Kitchen Worker Killed by Prisoner in Murder-Suicide at Georgia Prison
The Gist: Inmate Jaydrekus Hart shot an Aramark food service employee and then himself at Smith State Prison early this morning. Both the prisoner and the employee are dead. The Details: According to the Georgia Department of Corrections, at approximately 4:30 a.m. on June 16, inmate Jaydrekus Hart opened fire in the kitchen of Smith […]
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Why Was Brian Kemp in South Korea Last Week?
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp left Monday on a trip to Asia — his sixth overseas since taking office in 2019 — to focus on economic partnerships for Georgia. He and first lady Marty Kemp arrived in Korea on Wednesday as part of 15-person delegation and will return to Atlanta next week. The economic development mission […]