A fire broke out at the Floyd County Historic Courthouse in Rome on Monday afternoon. The building was evacuated shortly after flames were discovered around 2:20 p.m. What’s Happening: Floyd County Manager Jamie McCord said all employees inside got out safely. Rome-Floyd County Fire Department crews are on scene and working to contain the blaze. […]
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US gives $550K to save part of Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield
The National Park Service has awarded more than $550,000 to protect a small but historically significant piece of land at Kennesaw Mountain Battlefield in Georgia, the American Battlefield Trust announced today. What’s Happening: The $555,687 grant comes from the American Battlefield Protection Program and was awarded through the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The 2.63-acre […]
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Airport Chaos: TSA agents skip work and Trump sends in ICE to assist
Airport security workers missed work Monday at the highest rate since a partial government shutdown began in mid-February, the Department of Homeland Security said, and the Trump administration sent immigration officials to some airports in an attempt to keep lines moving. Travelers reported hourslong security lines at major airports in Atlanta and Houston, while waits […]
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Georgia governor could ban phones in public high schools
Cellphones will be banned in Georgia public high schools starting in the 2027-28 school year, if Gov. Brian Kemp signs House Bill 1009 into law. The state Senate passed the measure unanimously on Monday. “This is a great, great, win for our students and our classrooms,” said Rep. Scott Hilton, R-Peachtree Corners, the author of […]
Posted inYour Government
Georgia lawmakers want to eradicate feral hogs
After passing a budget that puts a bounty on wild pigs, Georgia lawmakers reiterated their lethal intent by enlisting cutting-edge technology to hunt them down. Feral hogs have been ripping through farmers’ fields, inflicting millions of dollars of damage a year. Lawmakers, it seems, would prefer them sitting on a plate as bacon. So, last […]
Posted inWeather
Itchin’ and Sneezin’: Georgia pollen count hits 6,563 on Monday
Atlanta Allergy & Asthma recorded a total pollen count of 6,563 on Monday, March 23. The organization is Georgia’s only pollen count authority. What’s Happening: The Monday report shows a total pollen count of 6,563, driven almost entirely by tree pollen, which is registering near the top of the scale. Grass, weeds, and mold are […]
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Will Georgia finally ease its medical marijuana rules
In the 11 years since Georgia’s medical marijuana program started, it has slowly stumbled forward, with patients restricted to low-potency oils. The Georgia General Assembly is on the verge of changing that. Georgia’s limit on THC content in medical marijuana would be removed, and registered patients would be allowed to vape the drug to receive […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Union Road closure extended through May in South Fulton
The City of South Fulton has extended a road closure on Union Road west of Old Fairburn Road. The closure runs through May 12, as part of a construction project in District 3. What’s Happening: The city is building two new roundabouts — one at Old Fairburn Road at Union Road and one at Stonewall […]
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Gwinnett County police remind drivers to watch for pedestrians as weather warms
Gwinnett County Police are asking drivers to be more careful around pedestrians as warmer weather draws more people outdoors. What’s Important: The department listed four specific asks for drivers: The Path Forward: The department did not announce any enforcement action or new traffic measures alongside the reminder.
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Come share your thoughts on the Bells Ferry area plan
Cherokee County is hosting a public open house for an update to the Bells Ferry Livable Centers Initiative plan. What’s Happening: The event is set for Thursday, March 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Greater Church in Acworth. It is a drop-in format, meaning residents can arrive at any point during the two-hour […]