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 […]
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Scientists discover a new way to tackle obesity
The discovery opens the possibility of a “new approach” to developing anti-obesity medications.
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Gwinnett Police Spill The Tea On Dodging Online Trading Traps
The Gist: Gwinnett County Police are urging locals to exercise caution when making purchases or sales through online platforms. The move doesn’t follow any recent thefts and robberies related to such transactions, but to provide guidance to prevent such crimes from happening. The Background: Buyers and sellers using online marketplaces, such as Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, […]
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These Zip codes donate the most money to Donald Trump in Georgia
Stacker compiled a list of zip codes with individuals donating the most money to Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign in Georgia
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Georgia judge rules 185 churches can vote to leave the United Methodist Church
The Gist: A landmark ruling by Cobb Superior Court Senior Judge Stephen Schuster has decreed that 185 churches in Georgia have the right to vote on whether they wish to remain part of the United Methodist Church denomination. This case hinged on a pause in the disaffiliation process by the North Georgia Conference of the […]
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Now you can get a degree in Sports Management at Augusta University
The Gist: Augusta University is launching a first-of-its-kind Bachelor of Arts in Sports Management degree this fall, set to give students a unique education tailored to sports industry careers. Unlike other sports management degrees in the state, which are Bachelor of Science, the new degree emphasizes communication, critical thinking, and holistic learning. What Happened?: Judi […]
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What are the most common degrees awarded in Georgia in 2023?
Best Universities ranked undergraduate majors by popularity in Georgia
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Cumming man arrested following road rage that caused injury
A Cumming man, identified as Joshua Kasparek, was arrested yesterday following a road rage incident that left another driver injured, according to Forsyth County officials. The 31-year-old suspect is now facing charges of aggravated assault, reckless conduct, and violation of a family violence court order. The incident unfolded on Ga. 400 southbound. The victim, who […]
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Tuition will not increase this year at Georgia colleges
The Arch on the campus of the University of Georgia in Athens ATLANTA – The University System of Georgia is holding the line on tuition despite a $66 million budget cut the General Assembly imposed in March. The system’s Board of Regents voted unanimously Tuesday in favor of a $3.18 billion fiscal 2024 operating budget […]
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Joro Spiders: Are they scary or shy?
Despite their intimidating appearance, the giant yellow and blue-black spiders spreading across the Southeastern U.S. owe their survival to a surprising trait: They’re rather timid. According to a new study from the University of Georgia, the Jorō (Joro) spider may be the shyest spider ever documented. “One of the ways that people think this spider could be […]