A routine traffic stop following reports of gunfire near Warren Williams Apartments in Columbus on Sunday evening led to the arrest of four teenagers and the recovery of multiple firearms, one of which had been stolen from Phenix City, Alabama, according to Columbus police. The Details: On the night of September 8, an officer with […]
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Pedestrian Struck by Car and Injured in Savannah
A man was hit by a car early Saturday morning while crossing DeRenne Avenue near Bull Street. Police say he wasn’t using a crosswalk at the time of the accident. 🚨 Why It Matters: Pedestrian accidents are a recurring issue on Savannah’s busy streets, especially where crosswalks aren’t used. 👮 What’s Happening: 🔎 Between the […]
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Bremen High Names Injured Quarterback Homecoming King
Bremen High School’s quarterback, Carson Kimball, has been crowned this year’s homecoming king while recovering from a serious injury suffered during a football game. The community continues to rally around Kimball, showing unwavering support as he fights to heal. 🏆 Why It Matters: Kimball’s injury left the community shaken, but his crowning as homecoming king […]
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Man Shot During Dispute in Satilla Shores
A Saturday afternoon shooting in the Satilla Shores neighborhood of Glynn County left a Brunswick man hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The Details: Azjhonti Armstrong, 23, was shot in the chest and shoulder area at a residence on Zellwood Drive just before 2 p.m., according to the Glynn County Police Department. Armstrong was transported to Shands […]
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Have You Seen Missing Georgia Teen Zane Hay?
A missing child alert has been issued for 15-year-old Zane Hay in Kingsland, Georgia. Hay, who is 5’11” and weighs approximately 145 pounds, was last seen on Friday, September 6, between 8 and 10 p.m. near College Street, close to the College of Coastal Georgia. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a […]
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9 Things You Didn’t Know About Waffle House
Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer died earlier today. As a way of honoring his memory, we are re-publishing this article about the company he captained and loved. Originating in Georgia, Waffle House has become a staple in American dining culture. With its distinct yellow sign and 24/7 operations, it’s much more than just waffles and […]
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‘A Remarkable Legacy:’ Waffle House CEO Walt Ehmer Dies at 53
Walt Ehmer, the longtime CEO of Waffle House, has died. He was 53. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a statement on Sunday reflecting on Ehmer’s passing, noting his contributions both to the restaurant chain and the community at large. “I am saddened to learn of the passing of Walt Ehmer, the CEO of Waffle House […]
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Colt Gray’s Mother Warned a School Counselor Minutes Before School Shooting
The mother of Colt Gray, the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, warned a school counselor about her son’s behavior shortly before the deadly attack, according to text messages and phone records obtained by The Washington Post. Despite her warning, the 14-year-old opened fire minutes later, killing four and injuring nine. Why It Matters: The call […]
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Powerball Grows to $121 Million After No Saturday Jackpot Winner
The Powerball jackpot has surged to $121 million after no one matched all six numbers in the Saturday, Sept. 7 drawing. The winning numbers for that night were 14, 34, 37, 55, and 63, with a red Powerball of 20 and a Power Play multiplier of 2x. While the jackpot remained untouched, many players walked […]