🚧 The Gist: Temporary repairs have been made on Abercorn Street between 52nd and 54th Streets in Savannah, reopening southbound lanes after a roadway failure earlier today. 🚜 The Details: The closure was initiated following a roadway failure attributed to a damaged stormwater pipe. After quick temporary repairs, the affected southbound lanes were reopened to […]
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Shooting at Motel 6 in Macon: What We Know
🚨 The Gist: A shooting at a Motel 6 on Riverside Parkway prompts a swift response from Bibb County deputies, leaving two men hospitalized but stable. 🔍 The Details: The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating an aggravated assault incident that unfolded at the Motel 6 at 105 Riverside Parkway. The event occurred shortly […]
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Major Nighttime Lane Closures on I-285/I-20: Plan Your Detours Now
🚧 The Gist: Major interstate lane closures are scheduled for the I-285/I-20 East Interchange project to facilitate construction work, potentially affecting traffic flow and commute times. 🔍 The Details: The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced a temporary lane closure plan as part of the extensive I-285/I-20 East Interchange project. This project aims to reconstruct […]
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Rescue Under Way For Construction Worker Trapped in Trench Collapse in Paulding County
🚨 The Gist: A construction worker finds himself trapped deep beneath the ground after a trench at a Dallas construction site collapsed. 🔍 The Details: In a concerning turn of events, a trench collapse has left a construction worker trapped 20-30 feet underground. The incident occurred at a residential construction site located on the 300 […]
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Cobb County School Board Chair Attacks Proposed Stormwater Fee
The following is a letter to parents from Cobb County School Board Chair Randy Scamihorn: Dear parents and taxpayers of Cobb County, during today’s time together, “Just the Facts” sheds light on an issue that impacts every property owner, and apparently school, in the county. Before we dive in, a word to those who regularly […]
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$10,000 Reward Offered For Info on East Point Homicide
🔍 The Gist: East Point Police and Crime Stoppers Atlanta offer a $10,000 reward for leads in the 2022 murder of Princeton Morris. 📰 The Details: On May 17, 2022, at 9:20 p.m., police were called to Lexington Apartments, where Morris was found shot inside his home. The fatal shooting occurred on his back porch […]
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Atlanta Reflects on the Legacy of Louis Gossett Jr., Esteemed Actor and Local Icon
The city of Atlanta is mourning the loss of one of its own, Louis Gossett Jr., who died on March 28, in Santa Monica, California, at the age of 87. An acclaimed actor and a resident of Atlanta, Gossett Jr.’s profound impact on the film industry and the local community has left an indelible mark […]
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What Will The Weather Be Like For Easter in Georgia?
As Georgia prepares for an Easter weekend that’s expected to be as sunny as the disposition of someone who’s just found the last chocolate egg, let’s take a detailed dive into what the weather has in store. Spoiler Alert: It’s a lot of sun, with a side of “you might not need that jacket after […]
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Severe Crash in Cobb County Sends 20-Year-Old Motorcyclist to The Hospital
🚨 The Gist: A severe traffic accident involving a motorcycle and two cars on Macland Road in Cobb County resulted in serious injuries to a young motorcyclist on Wednesday. 🔍 The Details: The collision occurred at about 7:30 p.m. when a gray 2019 Suzuki ZX636 motorcycle, operated by 20-year-old Charles Hardin of Marietta, was headed […]
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Everything You Need to Know About Singleton Park in Gwinnett County
🌳 The Gist: Officials in Gwinnett County have initiated construction of Singleton Park and its accompanying Greenway trailhead to enhance local greenspace. 🔨 The Details: Gwinnett County’s move towards greener horizons took a concrete step forward today with the groundbreaking ceremony for Singleton Park. The project’s blueprint envisions a near 2-acre community haven featuring a […]