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High School Sports

Top 50 Week 8 Georgia High School Football Games to Watch

by Andy VillamarzoOctober 5, 2023October 10, 2023

ATLANTA – Since not every Georgia high school senior will reach out to one of the state’s universities, colleges or technical colleges, the schools are about to come to them. Gov. Brian Kemp unveiled GEORGIA MATCH Thursday, the largest direct-to-college admission initiative in the nation. Starting next week, more than 120,000 high school seniors in

Here’s How Georgia High School Seniors Can Get Into College Without Having to Apply First

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 5, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Hunters get an early shot at deer hunting Oct. 14 in Georgia's week-long primitive weapons season.

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Primitive weapons deer hunting begins October 14 in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2023October 4, 2023

The Gist: Georgia is projected to become the 4th most populated state in America by 2100, with a 117% increase in population expected.

Georgia By The Numbers

Georgia is on a Trajectory to Be the 4th Most Populated State

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2023October 10, 2023

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Representing You

McCarthy Ousted: How Did Your Georgia Representative Vote?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Georgia celebrated a remarkable milestone as the state secured its 10th consecutive year as the top state for business, according to Area Development magazine. This achievement is unparalleled, with no other state in the nation achieving this feat.

Georgia Achieves Unprecedented 10-Year Streak as Number 1 State for Business

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 3, 2023

ATLANTA – Georgia high school athletes will be able to make money off of their name, image, and likeness (NIL) following a unanimous vote by the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) board. Monday’s vote will put high school athletes on a par with their older brothers and sisters playing college sports. The General Assembly passed

High School Sports

Georgia High School Athletes Can Now Make Money off of Name, Image and Likeness Deals

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: This Halloween, Georgia has a sweet spot for Jolly Ranchers, with a whopping 142,298 pounds of these tangy treats purchased, making it the state's favorite candy for the spooky season.

Georgia By The Numbers

What is Georgia’s Favorite Halloween Candy in 2023?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023

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Georgia By The Numbers

Amazon Prime Days Are October 10 and 11. How Nice Are Georgia Residents to Delivery Drivers?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023

In places where the social safety net is threadbare, maternity homes can offer a soft place to land.

Faith-based Maternity Homes ‘create a Haven’ in States with Strict Abortion Laws

by Anna Claire Vollers | StatelineOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Your phone may start buzzing around 2:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, but don't fret—it's part of a large-scale national test to ensure emergency alert systems are up to snuff.

Emergency Alert on Wednesday: What to Know About the Phone Notification

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 3, 2023

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Pecan You Believe It? Stuckey’s Petitions for a Nutty New Emoji

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 3, 2023

The Gist: Gas prices in Georgia are on a steady decline, offering some financial relief to drivers as they gear up for the autumn season.

Gas Prices in Georgia Are Down $6 per Tank After Kemp’s Gas Tax Suspension

by Thom ChandlerOctober 2, 2023October 10, 2023

Crime

Bad News for Trump: First Defendant in Fulton County Election Interference Case Pleads Guilty

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderSeptember 30, 2023October 10, 2023

If you're wondering when it's legally justifiable to use deadly force in Georgia, the Marietta Police laid out some guidelines earlier today in a social media post.

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Georgia Law: When is it legally justifiable to shoot someone?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 30, 2023September 30, 2023

The Gist: A Georgia mom was arrested on Wednesday afternoon in Tennessee after witnesses reported her attempting to drown a child and then driving her car into a lake. The suspect, Jessica Upton faces charges of attempted first-degree murder and aggravated child abuse.

Crime

Georgia Mom Accused of Trying to Drown Her 7-year-old Daughter in Tennessee Lake. What We Know

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 29, 2023October 10, 2023

President Jimmy Carter will celebrate his 99th birthday Sunday, and the Carter Center in Atlanta has kicked off the party early.

The Celebration of Jimmy Carter’s 99th Birthday Will Start Early to Beat the Government Shutdown

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderSeptember 29, 2023October 10, 2023

As winter draws near, temperatures across Georgia and the Southern U.S. will -- eventually -- get colder. For many residents, this means cranking up the heat and using space heaters to keep warm. But an overlooked detail could potentially lead to harmful consequences: plugging these heaters into power strips.

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Why you shouldn’t plug a space heater into a power strip or surge protector

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 29, 2023September 29, 2023

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