Food manufacturing is big business in the South Atlantic region of the U.S. and Georgia cities are among the country’s best for quality of life and affordability. Nationwide, the subsectector includes 21,000 companies generating $1.9 trillion in annual sales and employing 1.6 million workers in an industry that converts animal and agricultural resources into consumable […]
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Understanding the U.S. Senate: How It Works and Why It Matters
The U.S. Constitution lays out the rules for how our government operates. Article I, Section 3 focuses on the Senate, the other half of Congress. While the House of Representatives gives a voice to the people based on population, the Senate gives each state an equal say. The Exact Text of Article I, Section 3 […]
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Why Georgia Roofing Costs Are Rising in 2025
If you’ve been thinking about replacing your roof in Georgia this year, you may have noticed something: PRICES ARE UP. Across the state—from Atlanta to Augusta—roofing costs in 2025 are rising faster than expected. But why? Let’s break down the main reasons behind this increase so you can plan smart and avoid surprises. Labor Shortages […]
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls Gaza Crisis a ‘Genocide’
Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene became the first congressional Republican to use the word “genocide” to refer to Israel’s actions in Gaza Monday, and a Democratic member of the Georgia delegation followed suit Tuesday. “It’s the most truthful and easiest thing to say that Oct 7th in Israel was horrific and all hostages must be […]
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Scorching Heat Index Brings Dangerous Conditions Across Georgia
With heat index values topping 108 degrees, Georgia is under a Heat Advisory today, and the worst isn’t over yet. 🌡️ Why It Matters: High humidity and soaring temperatures are a serious health risk, especially for the elderly, outdoor workers, and anyone without access to air conditioning. Heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke […]
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The Dreaded Summer Trap
I hate summer. I said it. Not just the season itself – hello, Georgia’s six months of torture – but the sheer logistics of it. Whoever sold us this vision of carefree childhood summers clearly never worked from home with three kids at that interim age where they’re too old for daycare but too young […]
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Report: Braves’ Truist Park Hasn’t Increased Hotel Stays
(The Center Square) – The Atlanta Braves’ Truist Park has not increased hotel stays in Cobb County, according to a paper from two leading sports economists. The paper pushes back on claims that building the stadium with public funding would lead to 100,000 to 300,000 additional hotel room nights per year. The park opened in […]
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Cooling Centers Open in Columbus in Response to Triple-Digit Heat
It’s dangerously hot in Columbus this week, with triple-digit temperatures expected through Friday. City leaders have opened cooling stations to help people stay safe. 🥵 Why It Matters: Extreme heat like this can be deadly—especially for the elderly, kids, or anyone without air conditioning. These cooling stations offer a lifesaving break from the brutal heat. […]
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$9K in Jewelry and Cash Stolen from Alpharetta Hotel Room While Guests Were Out
A mother and daughter returned to their hotel room to find it had been cleaned—and robbed. 🧳 What Happened: A woman visiting from Mississippi told Alpharetta police she and her mother left their hotel room on Webb Bridge Road around 2 p.m. on July 16. When they returned at 11 p.m., the door was open. […]
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Gas Leak Closes Burnett Ferry Road In Rome
Crews in Floyd County are working to contain a natural gas leak at Burnett Ferry Road and Smith Road in Rome. The Rome-Floyd Fire Department says the situation could take hours to resolve. 🚨 Why It Matters: The leak is disrupting traffic in a busy area southwest of downtown Rome, though officials stress there’s no […]
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Burning Car Murder Suspect Arrested in Union City
A man accused of killing someone and leaving the body inside a burning car has been arrested, seven months after the killing in Ellenwood. Deputies with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office tracked down the suspect July 22 at an apartment on Flat Shoals Road in Union City. They say the man injured himself climbing through […]
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Knife Attack and Person Chased With Knife in Macon in Broad Daylight
A Macon man is in jail after reportedly attacking a bystander with a knife and chasing someone down Cherry Street during the lunch hour Monday. What We Know: Deputies responded to a call at 12:27 p.m. Monday about a man with a knife threatening people at Dempsey Apartments on Cherry Street. When officers arrived, they […]
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How to Have a Lawn Like Hank Hill’s
Hank Hill is best known as the King of Propane, but his lawn is the real star of Arlen, Texas. For over a decade, Hank’s lawn has quietly stolen the show on “King of the Hill,” setting the gold standard for suburban pride, precision mowing, and Southern grass perfection. LawnStarter’s latest guide, “King of the […]
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Scam Alert: They Say They Have Nudes of You. They Don’t.
It starts with a message you never saw coming. A stranger claims they’ve hacked your phone or recorded you on a webcam. They threaten to expose you—to your boss, your family, the world—unless you pay. It’s called sextortion. And it’s a lie designed to paralyze you with fear. 😱 Why It Matters: This scam isn’t […]
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Back To School: Gwinnett School Buses Hit the Road as New Year Begins
They’re big. They’re yellow. And starting Monday, they’ll be everywhere. 🚌 Why It Matters: More than 135,000 students rely on Gwinnett County’s buses to get to school every day. That means parents, commuters, and neighborhoods need to brace for the early-morning and mid-afternoon traffic that comes with it. 🚦 What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Public Schools’ […]
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Port of Savannah Record Growth Fuels East Coast Market Share
The Georgia Ports Authority moved 5.7 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) during the last fiscal year, an 8.6% increase over fiscal 2024, the agency reported Tuesday. The Port of Savannah accounted for most of that growth, posting its second busiest year on record. “Georgia ports continue to grow U.S. East Coast market share,” said Griff […]
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Fifth Candidate in Georgia District 21 Senate Race Backs Term Limits for Congress
Jason Dickerson is the latest candidate in Georgia’s 21st Senate District to sign onto a plan that would force Congress to face what many voters have long demanded—limits on how long lawmakers can stay in office. 🧭 Why It Matters: It’s a local race, but it taps into a national frustration. With confidence in Congress […]
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Finally! A Cold Front Will Sweep Through Georgia Later This Week
After weeks of wilting in Georgia’s signature summer sauna, residents can finally stop fantasizing about moving to Alaska. 🌡️ Why It Matters: A cold front is crashing the heat party just in time for the weekend, promising the kind of temperature drop that will make Georgians forget about the last two weeks worth of hellacious […]
