The Gist: A man was killed in a shooting that occurred on Stanley Road in Dacula last night. The victim’s name has not been released. What We Know: According to Gwinnett County Police Department, officers responded to a “person shot call” on Stanley Road at 10 p.m. When the officers arrived at the scene, they […]
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Two killed in tractor-trailer crash on I-75
The News: Two people lost their lives in a crash that involved a stationary tractor-trailer and a Jeep Grand Cherokee on I-75 North in Cobb County on June 10 at about 1:16 a.m. What Happened?: A Jeep Grand Cherokee with two passengers, John M. Adams and Jamie Nelke, was traveling northbound on I-75 when the […]
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Two Georgia deputies arrested on battery charges
The Gist: Two Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputies, Quency Barnes and Frederick Ogletree, have been arrested and charged with battery and violation of oath by public officer, following an investigation into the use of excessive and unnecessary force by the deputies during an altercation with a female inmate. What Happened?: According to the Bibb County […]
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Athleta to open this summer at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta
The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta is excited to announce that Athleta, a Gap Inc. brand, will open this July at the Woodstock, GA shopping center. The spacious 4,100 sq. ft. retail space will be the brand’s first outlet store location in the greater Atlanta area. Athleta is a performance lifestyle brand with a mission of […]
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Do you know your barbecue?
There’s no denying that the mouthwatering aroma of barbecue fills the air and it’s a sure sign that summer is here. Barbecue is a staple food for many people, and it’s enjoyed around the world. But, how much do you know about the different types and styles of barbecue? In this article, we’ll explore the […]
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Atlanta was named the most barbecue-obsessed city in the U.S.
The Gist: Atlanta has been ranked as the most barbecue-obsessed city, beating out Kansas City and Tampa Bay in the top three. The Findings: With grilling season in full swing and Father’s Day approaching, a report has emerged indicating Atlanta as the top city in the US for barbecue fanatics. The survey conducted by Yelp […]
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Acworth man sentenced in deadly hit-and-run on I-85 in DeKalb County
The Gist: Lester Rodriguez-Cabrera, 42, of Acworth was found guilty by a jury on charges of reckless driving, driving while license suspended or revoked, hit and run resulting in serious injury or death, and two counts of vehicular homicide in the first degree. Rodriguez-Cabrera hit and killed Jasmine Gaither on the side of I-85 What […]
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45-year-old man drowns in Lake Allatoona
The Gist: In a tragic incident at Victoria Harbor in Lake Allatoona, a man lost his life over the weekend. Witnesses report that Dehaven Prillerman, 45, fell from the back of a pontoon boat and never resurfaced. According to reports, there were eight other people on the boat at the time and nobody actually saw […]
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Midtown Church Opens New Parking Deck in Atlanta
The Gist: Saint Mark United Methodist Church in Midtown Atlanta has constructed a 150-space parking deck on its property, which is being managed by Phoenix Parking Solutions. The deck is part of a 26-story high-rise that was developed last year. How it Works: The deck will be available to church members on Sundays and during […]
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Over 3,500 Locations to Benefit from Georgia’s Rural Broadband Expansion
The Gist: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has approved preliminary grant awards of almost $15 million for rural broadband internet expansion through the second round of the Capital Projects Fund Grant Program. The Plan: The plan is part of a push to bring high-speed internet to underserved rural areas. The awarded projects will benefit more than […]