Three tornadoes ripped through Central Georgia early Thursday morning, leaving a trail of destroyed homes, downed trees, and injured residents across multiple counties. Why It Matters: If you live in Macon County, Bibb County, or Peach and Houston Counties, this storm hit close to home — and the damage is serious enough that some neighbors […]
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Rip current warning in effect for Georgia and Florida beaches today
Dangerous rip currents are affecting beaches along the Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida coasts through this evening, according to the National Weather Service. What’s Happening: The warning covers beaches in Coastal Glynn and Coastal Camden counties in Georgia, along with several Florida counties including Coastal Nassau, Coastal Duval, Coastal Flagler, and parts of St. Johns […]
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Something happened during dismissal at Murphey Middle School. Now a teacher is being investigated
A teacher at Murphey Middle School has been placed on administrative leave after an incident on campus during dismissal Tuesday. What’s Happening: Principal Dr. Bettina M. Kyler sent a letter to families Thursday saying the school opened a formal investigation in coordination with authorities after the incident. What’s Important: The letter does not describe what […]
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Top Organization Tricks for Homeowners
Keeping a home in order can feel like a never-ending battle against clutter and disorganization. From piled-up paperwork to overflowing closets, the quest for a tidy living space is a common challenge. Fortunately, with the right strategies and a bit of effort, maintaining a well-organized home is entirely achievable. Discover the top organizational tricks that […]
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Columbus residents fight plan to build a huge data center in their backyard
For Kim Hicks, the choice to build on McKee Road 26 years ago was deliberate. She and her husband wanted rural life — space for their boys to grow up in the woods, to splash in Kindle Creek, to know their neighbors. Earlier this week, she stood before the Columbus City Council and asked them […]
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Georgia Supreme Court sides with Milton in deadly planter crash case
The Georgia Supreme Court ruled Thursday that the City of Milton is shielded from a $32.5 million jury verdict tied to the 2016 death of Joshua Chang, a college student killed when his car left the road and struck a concrete planter on the shoulder of Batesville Road. What’s Happening: The court vacated lower court […]
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Marietta Chick-fil-A reopens after renovation
A Chick-fil-A in Marietta has reopened after being closed down for renovations at its MacLand Crossing location. What’s Happening: The restaurant at 2005 MacLand Crossing Circle SW updated its dining room interior and service layout. Seth Cathy, grandson of Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy, attended a ribbon-cutting alongside Cobb County District 4 Commissioner Monique Sheffield, […]
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Got a stockpile of gold? Georgia lawmakers want to make it legal to buy things with it
Forget paper money. Georgia senators want to legalize using gold and silver for everyday purchases. The Senate passed a bill last week that would set up a system for Georgians to buy gold, store it in a depository, and use a debit card to spend it on items such as fast food or milkshakes. Senators […]
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Tornado watch in effect for much of southeast Georgia until 1 p.m.
A tornado watch covers 29 counties across southeast and east central Georgia this morning. In Jenkins and Screven counties, a severe thunderstorm warning is active right now, and forecasters say a tornado warning could follow at any moment. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch, which runs until 1 p.m. today. The […]
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Villa Rica High School is getting a new principal and a new athletic director
Villa Rica High School will have new leadership next school year, with a familiar face taking over as principal and a new athletic director stepping in to replace a retiring coach. What’s Happening: Rob Alford will become the next principal of Villa Rica High School. Sam Robison was named assistant principal and athletic director, replacing […]
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Y’all keep accidentally shooting yourselves. Clayton County Police are tired of it
Two people accidentally shot themselves in Clayton County in the past seven days, the county’s police department said Tuesday. What’s Happening: Police did not release the names of those involved, their conditions, or where the incidents happened. What’s Important: Officers said they did not pull broader statistics this week because accidental shootings happen “far more […]
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Sandy Springs police offering free teen driving class April 23
The Sandy Springs Police Department is hosting a free driving safety class for teens and their parents on April 23. What’s Happening: The class is open to teens 14 and older who have or are preparing to get a Learner’s Permit or Intermediate License. Parents are encouraged to come, but any teen may attend regardless […]
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Second bridge delivered to Woodstock’s Little River Park
A second bridge arrived at the Little River Park construction site in Woodstock on this week, the city announced. What’s Happening: The City of Woodstock confirmed the delivery Tuesday evening. The park remains under active construction and has not yet opened to the public. What’s Important: The city is asking people to stay off the […]
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Some Georgia lawmakers want to get rid of background checks to own silencers
Georgia has some of the loosest gun laws in the nation, but a bill to remove the state’s restriction on silencers tested lawmakers’ limits. The gun silencer bill fell four votes short in the House on Friday, a rare defeat for pro-gun proposals in Georgia. Other bills that expand protections for gun owners advanced, including legislation […]
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Semi-truck driver dies after crash on I-75 near Macon
A 42-year-old semi-truck driver died after his vehicle overturned on southbound Interstate 75 in Bibb County just before 8 p.m. What’s Happening: The crash happened on southbound I-75 just past the Riverside Drive exit. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office said the driver, Daniel Arnold, appeared to lose control, struck an embankment, and overturned. He was […]
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Serious crash on Austell Road in Cobb sends driver to the hospital
A lane-change crash on Austell Road in Cobb County sent one driver to the hospital with serious injuries Tuesday evening. What’s Happening: Police say a man was driving a black 2017 Honda Accord southbound on Austell Road when he attempted to change lanes to the right and struck the right rear of a black 2021 […]
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Street racing crash kills driver in Duluth
A street race in Duluth ended in death Monday night, and the people who live and drive along that road deserve to know what happened. What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Police say two cars were racing down Breckinridge Boulevard when one of the drivers lost control and slammed into a tree, killing that driver. The other […]
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Severe storms possible in Georgia Wednesday night
A cold front will push storms through north and central Georgia from Wednesday night into Thursday, the National Weather Service office in Peachtree City said. What’s Happening: Some of those storms could turn severe, capable of producing damaging wind gusts, hail up to 1 inch across, and a brief tornado. The weatger said the highest […]
