Georgia came close to eliminating the need to “spring forward,” but a bill to cut out the twice-yearly clock change died in the House on Sine Die, the final day of the legislative session. What’s Happening: House Bill 154, also known as the Georgia Sunshine Protection Act, cleared the Georgia Senate 45-5 last Monday. However, […]
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Why did a stranger mail me a pamphlet about going to hell?
It is rumored that upon receiving a piece of hate mail, President Harry Truman turned to his wife and said, “Bess, why do you suppose it is only sons of bitches know how to lick a stamp?” Having worked in the news industry as long as I have, I can personally confirm that Mr. Truman […]
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404 Day: Atlanta’s annual celebration of its most famous area code
In Atlanta, April 4 isn’t just any day—it’s a social media-driven celebration known as 404 day. This date offers a moment to reflect on how a simple series of numbers has come to represent Atlanta’s vibrant community and history. It Wasn’t Always Just For Atlanta Introduced in 1947, the 404 area code was part of […]
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Georgia pollen count hits 1,141 Saturday
Georgia’s pollen count reached 1,141 grains per cubic meter of air on Saturday, landing in the high range for tree pollen. What’s Happening: Oak, sycamore, mulberry, and pine are driving today’s count. Mold activity is rated moderate, and the mugwort weed is also registering. By the Numbers: The high range for tree pollen runs from […]
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Severe storms possible in northwest Georgia tonight
A line of thunderstorms is expected to push into far northwest Georgia late tonight, bringing the risk of damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes. What’s Happening: The National Weather Service says the most dangerous window is between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. The system carries a rating of 1 out of 5, known as a […]
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Morgan County donut shop fails health inspection with a score of 66
A Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins location in Madison received an unsatisfactory score during a routine health inspection earlier this week. The inspection turned up food being held at unsafe temperatures, mold-like growth inside the ice machine, and a water system that couldn’t reliably deliver hot water to sinks across the building. State health inspectors visited […]
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Milton home destroyed by fire fed by golf carts
What happened: The fire broke out on Redd Road, between Hagood and Brittle roads. The first 911 call came in at 7:42 p.m. Firefighters arrived within seven minutes and found both the house and a nearby outbuilding already fully engulfed in flames. What made it worse: Dry conditions and wind helped the fire move fast. […]
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2 people killed in I-75 crash in Cobb County that involved two tractor-trailers
Two people died this morning after a multi-vehicle crash on I-75 northbound in Cobb County. What’s Happening: The crash happened around 8:34 a.m. today near Hickory Grove Road, close to the Cherokee County line. Three commercial vehicles were involved. What We Know: 28-year-old Zory Beavers of Conyers was driving a red 2023 Freightliner Cascadia semi-truck […]
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Rip current warning issued for Georgia coast Friday
Dangerous rip currents are expected along Georgia’s coast from 6 AM through late Friday night. What’s Happening: The warning covers Coastal Glynn and Coastal Camden counties. Rip currents are fast-moving channels of water that pull swimmers away from shore and into deeper water, even strong ones. What’s Important: The warning is in effect all day […]