Starting September 1, residents and businesses in the City of Norcross will see a 4.8% increase in their waste collection charges. This adjustment, in line with the city’s contractual agreement with Waste Management, mirrors the 4.8% rise in the Consumer Price Index for Water, Sewer, and Trash Services. For Norcross residents, the increased fees will […]
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66-Year-Old Man Killed in Head-On Collision in Macon
A 66-year-old man lost his life in a head-on collision on Tucker Road at Foster Road in Macon Tuesday afternoon. The fatal crash, reported at 2:11 p.m., prompted an immediate response from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. When deputies arrived, they found the elderly man unresponsive. Despite efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene […]
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How to Navigate a Roundabout Like a Pro
Navigating a roundabout isn’t rocket science, folks, but judging by some of the driving out there, maybe it should be. If you’ve ever wondered what that circular bit of road is for—or why other drivers are honking at you as you try to navigate it—this guide from the State of Georgia’s Department of Public Safety […]
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Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Reopens Historic Sanctuary After Extensive Renovations
Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Midtown Atlanta is reopening its historic sanctuary on August 18, 2024, following a significant refurbishment project. The updates include new roofing, upgraded electrical and lighting systems, and fresh interior paint. The sanctuary, originally built 72 years ago, is now set to welcome worshippers and the broader community into an […]
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Alert Declared at Georgia Nuclear Power Plant After Transformer Fire
An alert was declared at the Georgia’s nuclear power plant, Plant Vogte, specifically at Vogtle Units 1 and 2, at about noon today. The alert was later cleared at about 2:36 p.m. During the time the alert was in effect, Georgia Power declined to release information about the cause of the alert, but afterwards said […]
Posted inEducation
Are Fulton County Schools a Hotbed for Antisemitism?
Jewish and Israeli students in Fulton County School District are facing a barrage of anti-Semitic bullying, harassment, and threats, according to a federal complaint filed by the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law. The complaint, which has been submitted to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, details a disturbing […]
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Mexican Land Standoff Leads to Arrest in Lawrenceville Homicide Case
LAWRENCEVILLE — A dispute over land in Mexico has resulted in a homicide charge in Gwinnett County. The Gwinnett County Police Department announced today that Mario Rene Lopez-Jolon, 38, of Lawrenceville, has been charged with the death of Guadalupe Garcia Rodriguez. Lopez-Jolon was apprehended in Huntsville, Alabama, after a tip led detectives to his location. […]
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium is The Best NFL Stadium in America
Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium has been crowned the best NFL stadium in America, according to a new analysis by NJ.bet, a sportsbook resource. This comes as a feather in the cap for the stadium, which has been a source of pride for the city since its opening. The ranking takes into account several factors, including affordability, […]