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🏊‍♀️ The Gist: Aqua-Tots Swim School announced the upcoming opening of its tenth location in Georgia, set to serve the Forsyth County community starting in June.

Aqua-Tots Swim School to Open 10th Location in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerMay 13, 2024May 13, 2024

Lawn Mower Vehicle on Grass

News You Can Use

Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Leave Grass Clippings in The Road

by Thom ChandlerMay 7, 2024May 7, 2024

😟 The Gist: A single-vehicle wreck on Stephens Road near Pipsissewa Drive resulted in serious injuries and a temporary road closure Today, according to the Hall County Sheriff's Office.

Traffic & Transportation

Stephens Road in Hall County Reopens After Serious Single-Vehicle Crash

by Thom ChandlerMay 4, 2024May 4, 2024

🌬 The Gist: If you live in extreme North Georgia, your week may begin with frost on Monday and Tuesday mornings.

Hazardous Weather Outlook: Frost Advisory for North Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 22, 2024April 22, 2024

The Gist: A fatal police shooting occurred at a Waffle House in Norcross, Georgia, on April 18, ending with the death of a suspect wanted for robbery.

Crime

Police Chase and Shooting Started at Norcross Waffle House

by Thom ChandlerApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024

🚨 The Gist: A second student has been arrested at Little Mill Middle School after being found to be aware of and recording a peer with a firearm on campus, then posting the video online.

Crime

Second Little Mill Middle School Student Arrested Following Gun Incident

by Thom ChandlerApril 18, 2024April 18, 2024

🚨 The Gist: A 14-year-old student was arrested this morning at Little Mill Middle School in Forsyth County for carrying a loaded 9mm pistol, the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office said. The arrest followed a tip from another student, and no injuries were reported.

Student Arrested for Having a Loaded Gun at a Georgia Middle School

by Thom ChandlerApril 16, 2024April 16, 2024

The Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office reported last week the death of Mallory Roberts, a 911 Communications Officer, who died unexpectedly from a stroke. Sheriff Stacy M. Jarrard released the announcement, sharing the news of the loss to the community and providing information on a GoFundMe page set up by Roberts' family.

Lumpkin County Mourns Death of 911 Communications Officer Who Died Suddenly

by Thom ChandlerMarch 31, 2024March 31, 2024

A Caution Sign in the Middle of the Road

Traffic & Transportation

Spout Springs Road in Hall County Closed

by Thom ChandlerMarch 24, 2024March 24, 2024

📅 The Gist: The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to hold a special public hearing on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, to vote on the Memorandum of Understanding with The Gathering at South Forsyth.

Forsyth Residents Can Give Their Opinion on The Gathering at South Forsyth on Tuesday

by Thom ChandlerMarch 23, 2024March 23, 2024

🚒 The Gist: An RV and outbuilding were destroyed by fire on Cowart Mountain Road in Pickens County. Firefighters contained the fire, preventing further spread, with no injuries reported.

Fire

An RV and an Outbuilding Were Consumed by Fire in Pickens County

by Thom ChandlerMarch 19, 2024March 19, 2024

In a significant development for North Georgia's entertainment and cultural sector, ASM Global has been appointed to manage The Gathering at South Forsyth Arena. This collaboration is part of a broader initiative by Krause Sports and Entertainment to establish the arena as a leading entertainment destination in the region.

ASM Global Picked to Manage The Gathering at South Forsyth Arena

by Thom ChandlerMarch 15, 2024March 15, 2024

The Gist: A tragic crash occurred early on March 12, in Forsyth County, Georgia, where two young adults lost their lives in a two-vehicle collision on SR 20.

Crime

Suspected DUI Crash Kills Two Young Adults in Forsyth County

by Thom ChandlerMarch 13, 2024March 13, 2024

🚔 The Gist: A 16-year-old boy from Gainesville faces multiple charges following a police pursuit that led to a serious accident on Ga. 400 in Forsyth County on Thursday.

Crime

Teen Arrested After High-Speed Chase Causes Major Crash on Ga. 400

by Thom ChandlerMarch 8, 2024March 8, 2024

🎉 The Gist: Lanier Islands Resort introduces Club Lanier Islands, offering annual memberships with several levels of exclusive perks, including discounts on resort amenities and events.

Join the Club: Lake Lanier Islands Has an Exclusive New Membership Program

by Thom ChandlerMarch 7, 2024March 7, 2024

🔍 The Gist: SmartAsset's latest study ranks the Georgia counties with the lowest tax burdens, assessing income, sales, property, and fuel taxes.

Which Counties in Georgia Have The Lowest Tax Burden?

by Thom ChandlerMarch 6, 2024March 6, 2024

In this month's edition of The Georgia Chronicles, we turn back the clock to March 1994, a time burned into the memory of many Georgians for the devastating tornado outbreak that swept across the southeastern United States, impacting Georgia on Palm Sunday, March 27.

The Georgia Chronicles

The Georgia Chronicles: Massive Tornado Outbreak Strikes The Peach State

by Thom ChandlerMarch 2, 2024March 2, 2024

Mental health. Young woman lying on the floor

Health, Newsflash

All 159 Georgia Counties Unite to Urge Brian Kemp to Reform Mental Health

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 29, 2024February 29, 2024