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.
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Kids Fishing Rodeos in Cobb County to Delight Young Anglers
Get ready for a summer of fishing fun at this year’s Kids Fishing Rodeos in Cobb County. Open to children ages 3-16, these events promise a delightful experience for young anglers. Trophies will be awarded to the anglers who catch the biggest fish overall at each event, adding an exciting element of competition to the […]
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Everything You Need to Know About the Woodstock July 4th Celebration for 2023
The Gist: Get ready for a spectacular Independence Day celebration in Woodstock. The City of Woodstock is hosting its 2023 July 4th Spectacular, packed with exciting events and family-friendly activities. The Freedom Run: On Tuesday, July 4, 2023, Woodstock will come alive with festivities. The day kicks off with the Freedom Run, a 5K/1 Mile/Tot […]
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Sewage spill closes popular part of Chattahoochee River: What we know
The Gist: A section of the Chattahoochee River stretching from the Chattahoochee Nature Center to Johnson Ferry, is closed due to dangerously high E. coli levels causing officials to raise the alarm for public safety. What Happened?: The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area has declared an immediate closure of a popular stretch of the river, […]
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Oxbo Road in Roswell Opens to Traffic
The Gist: After years of planning and construction, the City of Roswell’s Oxbo Road Realignment project has finally opened to traffic. The newly-aligned road was officially unveiled during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 30. What Happened?: The project aims to improve the safety and efficiency of the intersection at Highway 9/State Route 120/Atlanta Street […]
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Weather Update: Soaring heat indexes and thunderstorms move into Georgia
Today, we’re expecting potential thunderstorms across north and central Georgia. The likelihood of these thunderstorms is highest in northern Georgia. Be prepared for potentially strong to severe storms, capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail, frequent lightning, and heavy localized rainfall. In the far north, there’s a Slight Risk (level 2 out of 5) […]