The indictment of a former president of the United States, Donald Trump, is history happening in real time. The Conversation asked political scientists James D. Long and Victor Menaldo, both at the University of Washington, to help readers understand the meaning of this moment in the U.S. The two scholars have written about the lessons […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Atlanta ranks number 2 in nation for urban gardening
As the United States celebrates Lawn and Garden Month in April, Georgia residents have a significant reason to rejoice. Atlanta has been ranked the second-best city for urban gardening, according to a new report by LawnStarter. The study compared the 200 largest U.S. cities using 12 metrics across four categories, including access to gardening space […]
Posted inEducation
Here’s your chance to weigh in on Georgia’s English and language arts standards
The state Board of Education has posted a new set of English and language arts (ELA) standards and asked the public to weigh in by May 1. The public comment period is the next step in a lengthy process of revising the state’s standards for ELA education across all grade levels. “Truly, the documents that […]
Posted inHealth
Here’s how the doctor shortage crisis in Georgia compares to other states
The United States has been battling a doctor shortage for a few years. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed just how big the problem is. Medical institutions have been warning that there could be a shortage of up to 124,000 primary care physicians and specialty care doctors nationwide within a decade, according to research by the Association […]
Posted inCrime
Scam Alert: No, the IRS will not ask you to pay your taxes with gift cards
The Marietta Police Department is cautioning residents about a recurring gift card scam and emphasizing that the IRS will never request payments in the form of gift cards. Scammers are contacting unsuspecting individuals, posing as officials from organizations or claiming to have money owed, in an attempt to persuade them to purchase gift cards and […]
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Police crack down on street racing in Atlanta
The Gist: A crackdown on illegal street racing in Atlanta led to multiple arrests and impounded vehicles, as local law enforcement agencies joined forces over the weekend to protect public safety. Action-Packed Weekend: From April 1 to April 3, Atlanta’s streets were the scene of a coordinated effort by the Atlanta Police Department, Georgia State […]
Posted inLocal
Henry County holds active shooter training in wake of Nashville school shooting
In the wake of the tragic shooting at a small Presbyterian school in Nashville, Tennessee, which claimed six lives, including three children, the Henry County Sheriff’s Office is set to hold its second Active Threat and Security Response Training Seminar. The event aims to educate community members on how to handle active threat situations and […]
Posted inEvents
Goodwill is having an Earth Day Donation Drive. Here’s what you need to know
The Gist: Goodwill of North Georgia is hosting an Earth Day Donation Drive from April 3-22 encouraging people to donate gently used items and offering a $500 prize to one donor each week. The initiative aims to keep items out of landfills and create more job training and placement opportunities for local job seekers. The […]
Posted inWeather
Rain and thunderstorms move through Georgia today
Georgia residents can expect widespread rain and isolated thunderstorms to continue moving eastward across the state today, according to the latest update from The National Weather Service. The inclement weather brings potential risks, and residents are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions. More organized thunderstorms are expected to develop later this morning and […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Padlock Mountain Road in Floyd County will be closed for two days. Here’s why
The Gist: Padlock Mountain Road in Floyd County will be closed for two days for essential cross drain replacement work, affecting local traffic. What Happened?: Floyd County Public Works announced the temporary closure of Padlock Mountain Road, starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 4. The road closure is necessary to replace two failed cross […]