BROOKHAVEN — A suspected arsonist was nabbed in the act, minutes after setting a dressing room on fire in a Target store, thanks to an innovative technology system, Live911, Brookhaven Police reported. The incident occurred at the Target outlet at 2400 North Druid Hills Road in Brookhaven. In a break from traditional dispatch procedures, Brookhaven […]
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Duluth’s Moneypenny Celebrates the Coronation in Style in Honor of Its UK Roots
Coronation fever crossed the pond to Atlanta’s own Moneypenny, a company headquartered in Wrexham, Wales. The leading communications company that answers outsourced calls and live chats for businesses, held a special celebration to mark the Coronation of King Charles III. A magnificent tea party was held, complete with sandwiches, crisps, popcorn, sticky sausages, sausage rolls, […]
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Driving into the Future: Georgia 316 to see $350 million in upgrades
ATLANTA – The State Transportation Board gave the go-ahead Thursday to a series of improvements along Georgia 316 between Lawrenceville and Athens to relieve traffic congestion and improve safety along the heavily traveled corridor. Board members approved a joint resolution with the State Road and Tollway Authority (SRTA) to move forward on the first of […]
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Georgia’s Stormy Weather Forecast: What we know
The Gist: Residents across North and Central Georgia should brace for potentially hazardous weather conditions, as there’s a risk of strong storms and even isolated severe thunderstorms this afternoon and tonight. Frequent lightning, high-velocity wind gusts and periods of heavy rainfall could lead to localized flooding in the strongest storms. What’s Brewing?: The weather patterns […]
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Dive into Roswell’s proposed budget and discover what it means for you
The Gist: Roswell has unveiled a $194.3 million proposed budget for the 2024 fiscal year, asking residents to delve into the details via an online interactive budget book. The proposal includes a balanced budget, a continuation of Public Safety Initiatives, and a 3% merit-based pay rise for City employees. What Happened? The proposed budget was […]
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Brian Kemp is heading to Israel. Here’s why
ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp will lead an economic development mission to Israel this weekend, the governor’s office announced Wednesday. The trip will mark Kemp’s second overseas visit since he began his second term in office in January. He addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the week after his second inauguration ceremony. The […]
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Bones of real-life Oliver Twist kids who were ‘worked to death’ have been unearthed
Much of the labor was provided by the ‘pauper apprentices,’ who were often children below the age of ten.
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Step Back in Time: Milledgeville’s Most Stunning Historic Sites Open Their Doors
The Gist: Milledgeville’s historic charm will be on full display on June 10, as 20 historic homes and sites open their doors for the Georgia Trust Expedition. Visitors will get a rare glimpse into the city’s rich past, from the 1838 Rockwell House to the 1806 Major Edward White House, among other significant landmarks. What […]