The specific duties of elected officials vary considerably from one branch of government to the next and between the different levels of government. But one common responsibility shared by virtually all those in elected office is to balance the interests, values, and priorities of their constituents. This is no easy task, particularly for those in […]
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Milton Addresses Traffic Accidents at Highway 9 and Bethany Bend
The Gist: Milton will be implementing a trial of a new approach to address road safety concerns at the intersection of Bethany Bend and Highway 9. The trial aims to reduce the high number of motor vehicle accidents, particularly those involving turning cars. What Happened?: The City of Milton has identified the intersection of Bethany […]
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How to Stay Active and Healthy in Your Golden Years
Just because you’re clocking up those years doesn’t mean you’ve got to hang up your boots and settle into a humdrum existence. Quite the contrary! This is the moment to truly embrace life and squeeze every bit of zest out of it. The golden years can be truly golden – filled with vitality, vigor, and […]
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Gwinnett Police to partygoers: You can’t throw a party in someone else’s house
Gwinnett County Police arrested 23 people on charges of criminal trespassing after they were found partying at a residence on Camp Mitchell Road without permission. No one at the party was related to or even knew the homeowner, police say. On the evening of June 26, officers responded to a call reporting suspicious activity at […]
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Chattahoochee River Contamination Update: Closure Continues
The Gist: A popular part of the Chattahoochee River remains closed due to contamination. Recap: The Chattahoochee River, a popular recreational spot in Georgia, has been partially closed due to elevated levels of E. Coli contamination. The closure stretches from Chattahoochee Nature Center to all downstream sections of the park. This decision was made to […]
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Georgia officer rescues driver from fiery crash
Sheriff John Miles of Candler County is commending Sergeant Ashleigh Taylor for her exceptional response during a motor vehicle crash on Saturday, July 1. Responding swiftly to the incident on Highway 46, Taylor discovered a vehicle engulfed in flames in the nearby woods. With quick thinking and courage, Sergeant Taylor breached the window of the […]
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66-Year-Old Ronald Eugene Coulter Reported Missing in Macon
MACON — The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help finding Ronald Eugene Coulter, a 66-year-old resident of Macon who has been reported missing by his family. Coulter was last seen leaving the Atrium Health on June 30. Coulter’s family members have expressed concern due to his medical issues. Described as about five-foot-seven […]
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for North Georgia until 9 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the northern part of Georgia. The watch is in effect until 9 p.m. tonight. Residents in this area should be prepared for potentially dangerous weather conditions, including isolated hail up to the size of ping pong balls and scattered wind gusts reaching speeds of […]
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Have You Seen Dennis Reese Who Went Missing in Jonesboro?
JONESBORO — A search is underway for a missing person in Clayton County. According to the Clayton County Police Dept., On June 30th at 11:34 P.M., Dennis Reese, a 67-year-old Black male, was last seen at the 20th Block of Fairview Drive. Reese, who has been diagnosed with Dementia, is described as 6’01” tall, weighing […]
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Here’s what happened in July in Georgia history
Here is a look at some of the historic events that happened during the month of July in Georgia history.