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Is The USPS Prepared For The 2024 Holiday Surge?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 25, 2024November 25, 2024
The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) has released new details about the Sept. 29, 2024, chemical fire at the BioLab facility in Conyers, Georgia. The fire, which started in a storage warehouse containing pool chlorinating agents, resulted in widespread evacuations, road closures, and environmental monitoring.
Posted inIn The News

New Details Released About BioLab Fire in Conyers

by B.T. ClarkNovember 25, 2024November 25, 2024
From sharing the history of Atlanta traditions to the reasoning behind all the “Peachtree” roads, "What's With Atlanta?" -- a new book by travel blogger and author Paige Watts -- gives readers a deeper insight into Georgia’s capital.
Posted inIn The News

If You’ve Ever Asked ‘What’s With Atlanta,’ This New Book is For You

by Poesy YoungNovember 25, 2024January 15, 2025
The Georgia Department of Agriculture has launched a low-interest emergency loan program to help farmers who suffered losses from Hurricane Helene.
Posted inIn The News

State-run Farm Hurricane Relief Program Taking Applications

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 25, 2024November 25, 2024
Families across the nation have voted, and Helen, Georgia, is among the top choices for Thanksgiving road trips in 2024. This Bavarian-inspired mountain town ranks third nationally and leads the list for Georgia travelers, offering scenic charm, fall foliage, and a cozy holiday atmosphere.
Posted inIn The News

What is Georgia’s Top Thanksgiving Road Trip Destination for 2024?

by B.T. ClarkNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024
Gov. Brian Kemp has been elected chairman of the Republican Governors Association (RGA) for 2025.
Posted inIn The News

Brian Kemp Will Lead The Republican Governors Association

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 21, 2024November 21, 2024
The Georgia Historical Society has started the Community Archives Initiative, a program to help save and share the stories of Georgia’s people. With a $168,000 grant from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission, the program will focus on adding items from groups and individuals who are not well represented in the current collections.
Posted inIn The News

Explore Georgia’s Untold Stories: Community Archives Initiative

by News DeskNovember 20, 2024November 20, 2024
Zoo Atlanta has announced the heartbreaking death of a newborn western lowland gorilla born to Kambera. The infant, a female, passed away early today despite positive developments in her care. She was born last week.
Posted inIn The News

Zoo Atlanta’s Newborn Gorilla Dies

by B.T. ClarkNovember 18, 2024November 18, 2024
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4-Month-Old Georgia Infant Dies: Investigation Underway

by B.T. ClarkNovember 18, 2024November 18, 2024
Kambera, a 25-year-old western lowland gorilla at Zoo Atlanta, has given birth to a female infant, marking the 26th gorilla born at the zoo. Delivered on November 13, 2024, the baby is showing early signs of good health, including a strong grip and normal vocalizations.
Posted inIn The News

Western Lowland Gorilla Born at Zoo Atlanta

by News DeskNovember 16, 2024November 16, 2024
girl on phone
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Cell Service Outage Affects Glascock County and Emergency Calls

by B.T. ClarkNovember 15, 2024November 15, 2024
bleeding control kit
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Georgia Trauma Foundation Fundraising to Provide Bleeding Control Kits to Schools

by B.T. ClarkNovember 14, 2024November 14, 2024
Federal investigators have uncovered alarming patterns of abuse and neglect at the Fulton County Jail, concluding that the county and sheriff’s office have routinely violated the constitutional rights of incarcerated individuals.
Posted inIn The News

DOJ Report Reveals Constitutional Violations at Fulton County Jail

by B.T. ClarkNovember 14, 2024November 14, 2024
He attributed the long-term success of loggerheads to conservation practices which began in the 1970s and '80s and which took decades to see measurable results, as female sea turtles do not begin laying eggs until they are about 30 years old.
Posted inIn The News

Here’s How Hurricane Debby Impacted Georgia’s Sea Turtles

by Benjamin Payne | GA TodayNovember 10, 2024November 10, 2024
white Delta airliner
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Delta Flight from Atlanta to D.C. Diverted Over Flight Deck Fumes

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024
Zaxby’s isn’t just another chicken joint; it’s a Southern phenomenon. Born in a college town, its quirky name and secret sauces have transformed it into a cultural staple. With over 900 locations, this fast-casual giant blends community spirit and quality food, serving up a delicious slice of Southern life.
Posted inIn The News

8 Things You Didn’t Know About Zaxby’s and Its Georgia Beginnings

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2024November 4, 2024
A Georgia resident just became a multi-millionaire, matching all six numbers in Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing. The jackpot is worth a staggering $478.2 million, with a cash option of $230.6 million.
Posted inIn The News

Single Ticket in Georgia Wins $478.2 Million Powerball Jackpot

by Thom ChandlerOctober 24, 2024October 24, 2024
The Sapelo Island gangway collapse that killed seven people over the weekend may have been due to buckled metal, the head of the state agency that operates the ferry dock said Tuesday.
Posted inIn The News

A Buckle May Have Caused The Sapelo Island Gangway Failure

by Maggie Lee | Georgia RecorderOctober 23, 2024

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