With over 65.1 million U.S. households owning at least one dog, the love for our furry friends is undeniable. As International Dog Day approaches on August 26, a new study reveals which dog breeds are most cherished nationwide and within each state. In Georgia, Australian shepherds and Bernese mountain dogs have tied as the favorite […]
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Georgia is The 9th Best State in The Nation for Edible Insects
With grocery prices on the rise, some residents may have entertained the idea of eating insects and other wildlife if it comes to that. As it turns out, the Peach State is among the top states in the nation for edible insects and other wildlife. Georgia is emerging as a notable state for those interested […]
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Candler County Manhunt Ends in Capture of Wanted Felon
Theolis Coney, a man wanted across multiple counties for violent felonies, was captured this afternoon in Candler County after a tip from citizens led deputies to his location. The Details: Deputies conducted two separate search operations over the weekend in connection with Theolis Coney, who had been evading law enforcement despite multiple arrest warrants for […]
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What is the Economic Impact of Georgia’s Colleges and Universities?
The University System of Georgia (USG) produced an economic impact of $21.9 billion during fiscal 2023, a 9% increase over the previous year, according to a study released Wednesday. The system’s institutions also generated 163,332 full- and part-time jobs across the state during that same period, the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the University […]
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Three Former Daycare Workers Plead Guilty in Georgia Child Abuse Case
Three former employees of the Appletree Learning Center in Stone Mountain have pleaded guilty to charges related to the abuse of children under their care. The guilty pleas come after a lengthy investigation into disturbing allegations of mistreatment at the daycare, which serves some of the youngest members of the DeKalb County community. The Details: […]
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Police Capture Suspect in MARTA Arts Center Station Shooting
ATLANTA — A collaborative effort between the MARTA Police Criminal and the Atlanta Police Department Fugitive Task Force has resulted in the arrest of a suspect connected to a fatal shooting at the Arts Center MARTA Station. The Details: The shooting occurred on August 11, around 9 p.m., when a man was shot multiple times […]
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Compassion Christian Church Opens Resource Center to Help Ogeechee River Flood Victims
CHATHAM COUNTY — After Tropical Storm Debby caused severe flooding along the Ogeechee River, residents in west Chatham County can find support at a newly established Resource Center at Compassion Christian Church. Volunteers worked swiftly to prepare the space, which officially opened its doors on Tuesday afternoon to provide essential supplies to affected families. The […]
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Arson at Atlanta Construction Site Linked to ‘Cop City’ Protests: What We Know
A construction site in Atlanta was the scene of a suspected arson early Wednesday morning, marking the latest in a series of attacks linked to the ongoing protests against the construction of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, also known as “Cop City.” The fire occurred at a lot on Memorial Drive, near newly built […]
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Man and Dog Rescued from Lawrenceville House Fire
LAWRENCEVILLE — A late-night house fire in Lawrenceville nearly turned tragic, but the swift actions of Gwinnett County firefighters ensured that all residents, including a family dog, made it out alive. The fire, which broke out around 2:35 a.m. on the 3500 block of River Drive SW, left a family of four displaced and sent […]