In a heartening celebration of academic excellence, Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp welcomed the valedictorians of 2023 from schools across Georgia. Joined by the state’s education leaders, the Kemps commemorated the accomplishments of these bright young minds, urging them to continue shaping their future right here in the Peach State. This photo […]
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The Silent Epidemic: Unmasking the Threat of Online Bullying to Children
Nearly 50% of parents expressed concerns about their child’s online safety.
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June in Georgia History: The AJC, Coca-Cola and Delta get their start
From monumental battles to groundbreaking cultural shifts, the state of Georgia has a rich tapestry of historical events that took place during the month of June. Let’s journey back in time to explore some key moments. 18th Century: War and Revolution 19th Century: War and Innovation 20th Century: Growth and Change 21st Century: Progress and […]
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What is the most unique job in Georgia?
The United States has the most dynamic economy in the world. Where it once was symbolized by the automotive and steel industries, the American economy is now the world’s technology colossus. But the U.S. economy is more than that. It is a unique sum of the parts of 50 states whose identities are often tied […]
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The Cost of Housing Has Skyrocketed in North Fulton
The rising cost of shelter has been one of the major components of the current surge in inflation that began around the middle of 2021. According to the recent consumer price index summary from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans were paying 8.2% more to keep a roof over their heads compared to March last […]
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The Sobering Reality Behind Georgia’s Memorial Day: Deaths, DUIs and Traffic Disasters
The Gist: Memorial Day travel in Georgia turned deadly, with 16 lives lost in traffic accidents across the state during the long weekend. In a surge of incidents, over 200 individuals were injured, with law enforcement reporting almost 500 traffic crashes statewide. What Happened?: Georgia State Patrol Troopers reported 11 fatal accidents during the holiday […]
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Georgia’s senators vote in favor of debt ceiling deal
ATLANTA – Both of Georgia’s U.S. senators put aside their concerns over how the debt limit agreement reached by President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy would affect spending on federal programs to vote for the deal. Democrats Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock joined 61 of their colleagues from both sides of the aisle […]
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Empowering DeKalb’s Daughters: Free Leadership Program Opens Doors for Teen Girls
DeKalb County teen girls are set to gain invaluable personal, social, and professional development training thanks to a new initiative dubbed Girls’ Clubhouse. The free program, provided by the DeKalb Human Services Department’s Office of Youth Services, is now accepting applications until June 10. Girls’ Clubhouse is designed to equip female students in the county […]
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Which counties have the most farmland in Georgia?
Stacker compiled a list of counties with the most farmland in Georgia using data from the Agriculture Department’s Farm Service Agency.
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Three children who were missing in Atlanta have been found safe
Update: According to the Atlanta Police Department, all three children have been found and are safe. The original story is below. The News: Three children from Atlanta, Jayla McDaniel, 6, Arthur Patterson, 10, and Amiya Patterson, 14, have gone missing. Their mother last saw them at a local park near their Perry Blvd. home on […]