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The ceremony featured 582 pinwheels – each representing a child reported as abused or neglected in Tift County.

More Than 6% of Children in Tift County Are Abused

by B.T. ClarkApril 10, 2025April 10, 2025

Some Kennesaw State University students say they will lose access to things like free menstrual products, foods from their home country or a sense of belonging at their university if the school follows through with plans to shut down student resource centers, apparently as part of an anti-diversity, equity and inclusion push.

Kennesaw State Students Protest DEI Changes

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderApril 10, 2025April 10, 2025

Mercer University's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recently inducted its largest-ever group of students into the Phi Beta Kappa Society, marking a milestone for the university's chapter.

Mercer University Welcomes 46 Students into Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society

by B.T. ClarkApril 9, 2025

The parents of 2-year-old Maya Getahun filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Piedmont Eastside Medical Center in Snellville after their daughter died following an ant bite reaction.

Toddler Dies After Fire Ant Bite. Parents Sue Georgia Hospital

by B.T. ClarkApril 8, 2025April 8, 2025

🗣️ What We Know: Jason Dickerson, a lifelong Cherokee County resident, wants to represent Georgia State Senate District 21. The district includes parts of Cherokee and Fulton counties. Dickerson hopes to fill the seat being vacated by Senator Brandon Beach, who President Donald Trump appointed as Treasurer of the United States.

Cherokee Businessman Jason Dickerson Announces Run For State Senate

by B.T. ClarkApril 8, 2025April 9, 2025

Avondale Estates residents who’ve spent the last eight months tossing banana peels and coffee grounds into green bins at the curb just got bad news. The city’s free composting pilot program will end after this week’s pickup.

Your Government

Federal Cuts Hit Home: Avondale Estates Compost Program Ends

by B.T. ClarkApril 7, 2025April 7, 2025

What We Know: Marcus Robinson, of Dacula, faces charges of felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony in connection with the death of 21-year-old Jeffrey Gibson of Atlanta. The shooting happened around 2:30 a.m. at Dillons Sports Bar on Dogwood Road in unincorporated Lawrenceville. Gibson was rushed to a local hospital by others at the scene but died from his injuries. Robinson is being held without bond at the Gwinnett County Jail.

Crime

Fatal Shooting at Lawrenceville Sports Bar: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkApril 6, 2025April 6, 2025

A horse collapsed and died on a downtown Atlanta sidewalk just after midnight Sunday, drawing emergency crews to one of the city’s busiest streets.

Talk of The Town

A Dead Horse on Peachtree Street? What We Know

by B.T. ClarkApril 6, 2025

Al Taylor steps into the role of interim superintendent for Gwinnett County Public Schools with a career spent entirely within the district. Taylor previously served as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, assistant superintendent, and most recently as chief of schools before accepting this interim position.

Meet Al Taylor, The Interim Superintendent of Gwinnett County Schools

by B.T. ClarkApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025

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.

News You Can Use

404 Day in Atlanta: What is it And Why Does it Matter?

by B.T. ClarkApril 4, 2025April 4, 2025

a gas station with a car parked in front of it

Your Government

Cherokee Hits Brakes on New Gas Stations and Car Washes

by County NewsApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

In Context: This case represents one of the most dangerous moments in domestic violence situations – when a victim attempts to leave their abuser. Experts recognize that the period when someone tries to end an abusive relationship often sees the highest risk of lethal violence.

Crime

Georgia Man Gets Sentence in Domestic Violence Case That Left One Dead

by B.T. ClarkApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

Savannah Fire rushed to a residential fire in the 10000 block of Queen Ann Court late Monday night, quickly extinguishing flames that originated in a kitchen.

Fire

Kitchen Fire in Savannah Leaves Multiple Families Homeless

by B.T. ClarkApril 3, 2025April 3, 2025

A collision between a tractor-trailer and an SUV on Riverstone Parkway at the I-575 South Bound on-ramp in Canton has left one person dead. Police have cleared the scene and reopened the roadway, but continue investigating the cause of the crash.

Traffic & Transportation

Fatal Crash on Riverstone Parkway at I-575 in Canton Claims One Life

by B.T. ClarkApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

🚨 What We Know: Uncle C's BBQ on Highway 92 scored 57 on its March 30 health inspection. The failing grade resulted from 21 separate violations, including 9 that inspectors considered critical food safety issues.

Food

Cherokee County BBQ Joint Scores Failing Grade On Health Inspection

by B.T. ClarkApril 2, 2025

Flock Safety, a Georgia-based safety technology company, is opening a new manufacturing facility in Smyrna that will create 210 jobs over the next three years and represents a $10 million investment.

Flock Safety Opens New Manufacturing Facility in Smyrna Bringing 210 Jobs

by Business ReportsApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

A routine traffic stop led to the discovery of dozens of stolen packages in a delivery driver's car. Kennesaw police have charged 32-year-old Lashawn Crumble after finding nearly 50 packages that never made it to their rightful owners.

Crime

Delivery Driver Arrested with 50 Stolen Packages in Kennesaw

by B.T. ClarkApril 1, 2025April 1, 2025

The Canton Police Department is warning residents about sophisticated Amazon-related scams circulating in the community, targeting shoppers with fraudulent messages about their accounts.

Crime

Scam Alert: Amazon Scammers Target Georgia Residents

by B.T. ClarkApril 1, 2025April 1, 2025