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White horse near hay stack during day

Did You Know Milton Has Over 200 Horse Farms?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024

🎶 The Gist: Riverside Sounds, Roswell's celebrated free outdoor concert series, is back this April, featuring a diverse array of musical talent across genres at Roswell Riverside Park.

Riverside Sounds Returns to Roswell Next Month

by Thom ChandlerMarch 21, 2024March 21, 2024

🚨 The Gist: A student was stabbed by another student at Sprayberry High School, leading to a code red lockdown.

Student Stabbed at Sprayberry High School: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2024March 20, 2024

In a vibrant addition to its public art collection, the city of Dunwoody has unveiled "The Landscape of Dunwoody," a new mosaic artwork created by artists Julie Mazzoni and Jennifer Freeman. This distinctive piece is now a part of the cityscape, situated on Womack Road at the intersection with Chamblee Dunwoody Road, and installed on a retaining wall developed during last year's intersection improvement project.

What is ‘The Landscape of Dunwoody?’

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2024March 20, 2024

GJAC

Innovative Sensory Treehouse Set to Open in Gwinnett: A Haven for Enrichment

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2024March 20, 2024

🚑 The Details: The incident unfolded on Clay Road east of Austell Road at around 8:42 a.m. when a gray 2021 Kia Rio, driven by a 22-year-old from Marietta, collided with the teen. According to reports, the car was moving east on Clay Road with a green light when the young pedestrian stepped onto the road and into the vehicle's path, resulting in a severe impact.

Traffic & Transportation

Tragic Morning in Cobb County: Teen Struck in Serious Pedestrian Crash

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2024March 20, 2024

🌒 The Gist: In the case of an upcoming rare celestial event, the DeKalb County School District will switch to an independent learning day for the April 8 solar eclipse.

April’s Solar Eclipse Will Shut Down DeKalb County Schools, But Only Sort Of

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2024March 20, 2024

✈️ The Gist: Senators Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff have secured $675,000 for Cobb County International Airport to enhance its air traffic control operations, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

Your Government

Safer Skies Ahead: Cobb County Airport Receives $675,000 Boost for Air Traffic Control

by Thom ChandlerMarch 20, 2024March 20, 2024

🔒 The Gist: Victor Hill, the ex-sheriff of Clayton County, has been moved to community confinement ahead of his anticipated July 2024 release.

Crime

Former Clayton County Sheriff Victor Hill is Out of Prison: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2024March 19, 2024

🚨 The Gist: In a determined effort to ensure local business legitimacy, Roswell Police closed nine unlicensed massage parlors on March 18.

Roswell Police Shut Down 9 More Unlicensed Massage Parlors

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2024March 19, 2024

The Gist: DeKalb County inmate, Christon Devante Collins, a 27-year-old, died while in custody after experiencing a medical emergency.

Crime

DeKalb County Jail Inmate Dies in Custody Following Medical Emergency

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2024March 18, 2024

Candace Torrence, a distinguished teacher at A.L. Burruss Elementary School in Marietta, has been recognized as one of the ten finalists for the prestigious 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year award.

Marietta Educator Candace Torrence Among Top Contenders for 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2024March 18, 2024

🚧 The Gist: Firefighters tackled a simultaneous gas and water leak on Dacula Road in Dacula, causing road closures and local evacuations on Sunday afternoon.

Gas and Water Leak in Dacula: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerMarch 18, 2024March 18, 2024

🚨 The Gist: Atlanta police are seeking public assistance to locate Sanijah L. Hill, a missing teen last seen on March 15 in Southwest Atlanta.

Urgent Appeal: Help Locate Missing Atlanta Teen Sanijah L. Hill

by Thom ChandlerMarch 16, 2024March 16, 2024

A Fulton County judge ruled Friday that District Attorney Fani Willis and her whole office can either step aside from the 2020 election interference case or the special prosecutor who was involved in a romantic relationship with Willis can withdraw from the case.

In The News, Newsflash

Special Prosecutor in Trump Case Resigns, Allowing Fani Willis to Continue Prosecuting The Case

by Jill Nolin | Georgia Recorder and Stanley Dunlap | Georgia RecorderMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

Trillian Haile was found standing near the scene, with two handguns placed before him, one identified as Young's. He was also injured and claimed self-defense, stating that Young had attempted to rob him, prompting an exchange of gunfire. According to Haile, even as Young tried to flee and then surrendered, pleading for mercy, Haile continued shooting until Young was dead.

Crime

36-Year-Old Georgia Man Found Guilty of Shooting 19-Year-Old to Death in Self-Defense Case

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

Leuze Electronics Inc., a globally recognized sensor solutions provider headquartered in Germany, has announced the relocation of its U.S. headquarters from Michigan to Gwinnett County. This strategic move involves a $1.2 million investment in the Gwinnett economy and is expected to create 17 new jobs in the area. The decision to choose Gwinnett County highlights the region's attractive business environment and skilled labor market, aligning with Leuze Electronics' growth objectives.

German Electronics Company Headquarters Will Bring $1.2 Million to Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

A Fulton County Superior Court judge ruled Friday that Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis may continue prosecuting the election interference case against former President Donald Trump.

In The News, Newsflash

Fulton Judge in Trump Case: Fani Willis Can Stay if Nathan Wade Leaves

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024