Kevin Tanner ATLANTA – Georgia’s mental health agency has broken ground on the state’s first crisis support center specifically designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Crisis Stabilization Diagnostic Center is expected to open at the beginning of 2025 in downtown Macon. “This project represents a significant milestone in our commitment to make […]
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10 Things You Didn’t Know About Fannin County
Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains, Fannin County is a hidden gem known for its scenic beauty, rich history, and Southern charm. While it might be well-known to some for its outdoor activities and mountain views, there are a plethora of intriguing facts that many may not be aware of. Here are some interesting things […]
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Georgia Prosecutors Fight New Law They Say Undermines Democracy
The Gist: A court hearing on Friday will decide if the Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission can begin investigating elected prosecutors. What Happened?: Senate Bill 92, effective since July, allows the new commission to scrutinize and potentially unseat elected prosecutors. This has led to four district attorneys, with support from the Public Rights Project, to challenge […]
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From Pixels to Symphony: Atlanta Welcomes Video Game Music Extravaganza
The Gist: Atlanta Symphony Hall is set to host the renowned “Heroes: A Video Game Symphony” for two nights, bringing the magic of video game music to life. The Concert: The Atlanta Symphony will collaborate with the “Heroes” concert series on September 21 and 22. This musical extravaganza, narrated by BAFTA award winner Nigel Carrington, […]
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16-year-old Marietta High School Student Dies in Car Crash. What We Know
The News: The Marietta High School community is mourning the tragic loss of 16-year-old junior Liv Teverino after a car accident near the school. What Happened?: A car lost control on Burnt Hickory Road on Monday evening, hitting a tree. The crash ignited the vehicle. The accident took place close to Marietta High School. Emergency […]
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High speed chase in Fayette County ends in three arrests
The Gist: Three men were nabbed by Fayette County law enforcement after a high-speed chase and manhunt near River Mist Drive. What Happened?: On September 15, around 5:20 p.m., deputies say they spotted a stolen car leaving the QuikTrip close to Highway 85 and Corinth Road. The suspects sped off, leading to a chase that […]
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GOP Governors Accuse Biden Administration of Turning a ‘blind Eye’ to Illegal Immigration
Gov. Brian Kemp (right foreground) attended a briefing on illegal immigration at the Texas border in 2021. ATLANTA – More than two dozen Republican governors, including Georgia’s Brian Kemp, sent a letter to President Joe Biden Tuesday demanding more aggressive action against illegal immigration. “As a result of your policies which incentivize illegal immigration, our […]
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Traffic stop and arrest of three women in Fannin County leads to 10 more arrests in Tennessee
The Gist: Three women were arrested in Fannin County after a traffic stop uncovered a significant stash of suspected fentanyl pills. What Happened?: Megan Lowery, 36, Laura Kilgo, 55, and Amanda Lang, 41, were pulled over on Highway 5 in McCaysville for a traffic violation. According to the GBI, the stop led to the discovery […]
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Peachtree Corners Hosts Its Second EV Car Show
The Gist: Peachtree Corners supercharges the EV scene with their Electrify PTC car show this Saturday. What Happened?: Electrify PTC, Peachtree Corners’ annual EV Car Show, gears up to dazzle auto enthusiasts on September 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This electric rendezvous coincides with National Drive Electric Week and boasts vehicles from Ford […]
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Gwinnett man pistol whipped and shot while taking out the trash
The Gist: A resident was brutally attacked during a routine trash disposal at his apartment in Lawrenceville. What Happened?: On the night of September 9, while taking out trash from his apartment, an unsuspecting individual was cornered by two assailants. The confrontation escalated quickly, with one of the attackers hitting the victim with a pistol […]