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Heavy rain

Georgia’s Weekend Weather Forecast: A Sunny Start Followed by Rain Showers

by Thom ChandlerApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024

📜 The Details: According to a poll conducted by DatingAdvice.com involving 3,000 singles, about 62% of singles in Georgia are open to dating someone with differing political views, slightly below the national average of 63%. However, the survey highlights a disparity in openness between the parties: 16% of Republican singles in Georgia wouldn't date a Democrat, compared to 22% of Democrats who wouldn’t date a Republican.

Georgia By The Numbers

Would You Date Someone in A Different Political Party? Most Georgians Would

by Thom ChandlerApril 17, 2024April 17, 2024

Springtime

Humidity and Pollen Have Taken a Dip Throughout Georgia Today

by Thom ChandlerApril 17, 2024April 17, 2024

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., grilled the head of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Tuesday about months-long delays in delivering mail processed at a new regional distribution center in Palmetto.

In The News, Newsflash

Ossoff to U.S. Postmaster: ‘You Are Failing Abysmally’

by Dave WilliamsApril 16, 2024April 16, 2024

📈 The Gist: Today's pollen count reached a high of 1,429, indicating a challenging day for allergy sufferers.

Today’s Pollen Count in Georgia Was 1,429

by Thom ChandlerApril 15, 2024April 15, 2024

Spring has sprung! As winter has started fading away and the days have grown longer, nature is beginning to awaken for spring. One of the most exciting parts of the early spring season is the leaves turning green and flowers starting to bloom. And if you're looking to liven up your backyard, there's no better way than to plant or add spring flowers.

The 40 Best Spring Flowers to Beautify Your Backyard

by Wendee WendtApril 14, 2024April 14, 2024

🦎 The Gist: Invasive Argentine black and white tegus, a species of large lizard, have been spotted across Toombs and Tattnall counties in Georgia, raising concerns about local wildlife and ecosystem health.

Invasion Alert: Argentine Tegus Lizard Threatens Georgia Wildlife

by Thom ChandlerApril 14, 2024April 14, 2024

67-year-old Gary Cooper of Savannah spent 42 days on the Atlanta Braves roster in 1980 — one day short of qualifying for an MLB pension. Now a Change.org petition is asking the Braves to put him on the roster for one more day so he can qualify. GPB's Peter Biello reports.

This Retired Braves Player Just Needs One More Day on The Roster to Qualify For a Pension

by Peter Biello | GA TodayApril 13, 2024April 13, 2024

scared child hiding behind armchair and looking at camera isolated on black

DFCS Continues to Defend Itself Despite Senate Reports of Neglect and Exploitation

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderApril 12, 2024April 12, 2024

🌀 The Gist: Georgia faces high winds today with a hazardous weather outlook issued for north and central regions, but the weekend promises clear skies and warming temperatures.

Georgia’s Weekend Weather Begins With High Winds

by Thom ChandlerApril 12, 2024April 12, 2024

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has joined counterparts in six other Republican-led states in suing the Biden administration over its latest student loan plan.

Georgia Sues Biden Administration Over Plan to Forgive Student Loans

by Dave WilliamsApril 11, 2024April 11, 2024

🚨 The Gist: The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed the third case of measles in 2024, involving an unvaccinated person from an international student group.

Third Measles Case of 2024 Confirmed in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 11, 2024April 11, 2024

🏠 The Details: This unique event, orchestrated by the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, invites you to explore private residences and historic locations typically closed to visitors. Highlights include the Young Harris House in Athens and the home of the late Vince Dooley in the Five Points area. The weekend also promises special dining experiences at iconic sites like Herty Field and the Taylor-Grady House.

Tour Vince Dooley’s House and 50 Other Historic Georgia Homes This Spring

by Thom ChandlerApril 11, 2024April 11, 2024

A Paramedic Smiling while Sitting inside an Ambulance

Georgia By The Numbers

Civic Cuties: Georgia’s Paramedics Crowned Sexiest Uniformed Heroes

by Thom ChandlerApril 10, 2024April 10, 2024

Lightning

Severe Weather Alert for Georgia: Risk of Thunderstorms, Flooding, and Tornadoes

by Thom ChandlerApril 9, 2024April 9, 2024

a solar eclipse is seen in the dark sky

Did Your Eyes Hurt After The Eclipse? You’re Not Alone

by Thom ChandlerApril 9, 2024April 12, 2024

👧 The Gist: Stella Brannen Salter, a 7-year-old girl from Lyons, has been found safe in Puerto Rico after being missing for over a week. She was with her non-custodial mother, Wendy Salter, at the time of her discovery.

7-Year-Old Stella Salter, Who Was Abducted from Georgia, Was Found in Puerto Rico

by Thom ChandlerApril 8, 2024April 8, 2024

The Gist: Georgia will experience a partial solar eclipse today, providing an opportunity for residents to witness a significant astronomical event.

When to Watch The Solar Eclipse Today in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 8, 2024April 8, 2024