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Nestled on Georgia's southernmost coast, just an hour's drive north of Jacksonville, Florida, the picturesque town of St. Marys offers a perfect blend of tranquility and outdoor adventure. With its historic downtown, beautiful waterfront, and easy access to the pristine Cumberland Island National Seashore, St. Marys is a hidden gem waiting to be explored.

Coastal Charms and Hidden Gems: Explore St. Marys

by Thom ChandlerMay 8, 2024May 8, 2024

tornado, storm, weather

Are Georgia Households Prepared for Extreme Weather?

by Thom ChandlerMay 7, 2024May 7, 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: Georgia's pollen count saw a notable spike on Monday, May 6, reaching 709 after remaining below 200 for the past week.

Sneezing Today? Georgia’s Pollen Count Has Spiked

by Thom ChandlerMay 6, 2024May 6, 2024

🔍 The Gist: Georgia's gas prices increased this week to an average of $3.46 per gallon, continuing an up-and-down trend that has persisted for months.

Georgia Gas Prices Rise, Continuing Seesaw Trend

by Thom ChandlerMay 6, 2024May 6, 2024

Depressed teenager sitting on the floor

Georgia By The Numbers

Poor Health: Georgia Ranks Second Worst State for Mental Health Care Access

by Thom ChandlerMay 6, 2024May 6, 2024

As we turn the pages of time to the month of May in Georgia history, we uncover a series of pivotal moments that echo Georgia's vibrant cultural, political, and social metamorphosis.

The Georgia Chronicles

The Georgia Chronicles: What Happened in May in Georgia History?

by Thom ChandlerMay 5, 2024May 5, 2024

The inside of a Waffle House is filled with sounds from the chefs working the grill, to the host calling out orders and cleaning plates. But recently, workers have been making noise outside the Waffle House.

Waffle House Workers Rally For $25 an Hour in Wages and Better Working Conditions

by Amanda Andrews | GPBMay 4, 2024May 4, 2024

Photo of a thunderstorm over the city.

Showers and Thunderstorms Expected in Georgia This Weekend

by Thom ChandlerMay 3, 2024May 3, 2024

🍂 The Gist: The Georgia Environmental Protection Division is reminding residents that state's annual burn ban will go into effect from May 1 through September 30, to combat air pollution and protect public health.

News You Can Use

Georgia’s Annual Burn Ban is Back

by Thom ChandlerMay 3, 2024May 3, 2024

Congrats, Class of 2024! You've persevered through a global pandemic, political upheaval, and economic inflation. As you embark on adulthood or college, here are 24 nuggets of wisdom to guide you on your journey.

Tips and Knowledge

Graduation 2024: Here Are 24 Bold Ideas for the Brave New World Ahead

by Thom ChandlerMay 3, 2024May 3, 2024

❓ What's Happening: According to UGA, the protesters set up an unauthorized encampment on the historic North Campus Quad, violating multiple provisions of the university's Freedom of Expression Policy.

UGA Defends Arrests of Pro-Palestine Protesters on Campus

by Thom ChandlerMay 2, 2024May 2, 2024

Second Boeing Whistleblower Dies After Raising Safety Concerns

by Patricia BattleMay 2, 2024May 2, 2024

The bill gained momentum after Laken Riley, a 22-year-old nursing student, was murdered on the University of Georgia campus in Athens. A 26-year-old Venezuelan man allegedly in the country illegally has been charged with the crime.

Laken Riley’s Death Spurs New Georgia Immigration Law

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMay 1, 2024May 1, 2024

Macro Photography of Honey Bee on Petaled Flower

May Begins With A Significant Drop in Pollen Levels in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerMay 1, 2024May 1, 2024

One of the bills Kemp signed Tuesday is expected to help nurture hemp farming in Georgia, a fast-growing industry.

Here Are The New Laws That Protect Farming in Georgia

by Dave WilliamsApril 30, 2024April 30, 2024

🏛 The Gist: The Georgia Supreme Court has overturned Bryan Keith Schmitt’s conviction for malice murder, citing a trial error in not instructing the jury on the defense of accident in the death of Hamid Jahangard.

Crime

Georgia Supreme Court Reverses Bryan Keith Schmitt’s Murder Conviction: Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerApril 30, 2024April 30, 2024

📅 The Gist: Georgia residents can now book state park accommodations 14 months in advance, a month earlier than out-of-state visitors, thanks to a new initiative led by State Representative Marcus Wiedower and the Department of Natural Resources.

Did You Know Georgia Residents Get Priority in State Park Bookings?

by Thom ChandlerApril 29, 2024April 29, 2024