🚀 The Gist: Resurfacing of I-575 southbound begins Sunday night, affecting the right lane from milepost 20 to the interstate’s start in Cobb County. 🛣️ The Details: The Georgia Department of Transportation announced a significant resurfacing project on I-575 southbound, starting at milepost 20 and extending to the beginning of the interstate in Cobb County. […]
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This Retired Braves Player Just Needs One More Day on The Roster to Qualify For a Pension
67-year-old Gary Cooper of Savannah spent 42 days on the Atlanta Braves roster in 1980 — one day short of qualifying for an MLB pension. Now a Change.org petition is asking the Braves to put him on the roster for one more day so he can qualify. GPB’s Peter Biello reports. Major League Baseball players […]
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Lane Closures Scheduled for Ga. 400 Bridge Replacement Project
🛑 The Gist: The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced lane closures on Ga. 400 to accommodate bridge replacements and widening at three key overpasses: Pitts Road, Roberts Drive, and Kimball Bridge Road. 🚜 The Details:Due to ongoing construction for the Ga. 400 Bridge Replacements project, several lane closures are scheduled: Detour routes are highlighted […]
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Lane Closures on I-85 Near North Druid Hills
🚦 The Gist: Lane closures and detours will affect I-85 and State Route 42/North Druid Hills Road, as part of ongoing improvements including sign placements and signal installations, from April 15 to April 20. 🚧 The Details: Daytime and overnight lane closures are scheduled around I-85 at State Route 42/North Druid Hills due to the […]
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Georgia’s Weekend Weather Begins With High Winds
🌀 The Gist: Georgia faces high winds today with a hazardous weather outlook issued for north and central regions, but the weekend promises clear skies and warming temperatures. 🌤️ The Details: 📈 By The Numbers: 🌍 The Big Picture: The region will transition from breezy conditions today to more stable and warmer weather over the […]
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Third Measles Case of 2024 Confirmed in Georgia
🚨 The Gist: The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed the third case of measles in 2024, involving an unvaccinated person from an international student group. 🔍 The Details: The patient, not a resident of the U.S., is currently isolated and receiving treatment in a local hospital. Authorities are coordinating efforts to trace and […]
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Tour Vince Dooley’s House and 50 Other Historic Georgia Homes This Spring
📅 The Gist: Over 50 historic homes and sites in Athens and Watkinsville will be accessible for tours during the Georgia Trust Spring Ramble, April 19-21. 🏠 The Details: This unique event, orchestrated by the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, invites you to explore private residences and historic locations typically closed to visitors. Highlights include […]
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Civic Cuties: Georgia’s Paramedics Crowned Sexiest Uniformed Heroes
🏅 The Gist: A recent poll reveals Georgia’s paramedics as the top pick for the sexiest uniformed professionals, surpassing postal and utility workers. 📊 The Details: DatingNews.com conducted a survey with 3,000 singles, exploring the allure of various uniformed workers beyond the classic choices of firefighters, police officers, and military members. Georgia’s paramedics took the […]
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Georgia Man Catches 7 Pound Queen Triggerfish
In an unprecedented feat off the coast of Georgia, Ryan R. Simons, a 38-year-old angler from Richmond Hill, has set a new state record by catching a Queen Triggerfish weighing 7 pounds, 0.58 ounces. This catch introduces the Queen Triggerfish (Balistes vetula) into the Georgia Saltwater Game Fish Program, marking a significant milestone as this […]
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A Deadly Night in Macon: 3 Shootings and 3 Deaths
In the early hours of Wednesday, Macon, Georgia, became the focus of three separate death investigations by the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, following incidents reported in quick succession across different locations within the city. Incident at Haven Inn and Suites The first incident was reported at 3:20 a.m. at the Haven Inn and Suites, at […]