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Several roads across Carroll County were closed Monday following severe storms that swept through the area March 31.

Photos: Storms Rip Through Carroll County

by B.T. ClarkApril 2, 2025April 2, 2025

First Wave Over: The first wave of severe storms have made their way into Georgia and all storm warnings have expired. While there is more storm activity coming in from Alabama, the National Weather Service says the likelihood of tornadoes is decreasing. However, residents will still have to contend with high winds and flooding into Sunday.

Weather Updates: Severe Storms Hit Georgia

by B.T. ClarkMarch 15, 2025March 16, 2025

From the mountains of North Georgia to the heart of Atlanta, there’s no shortage of quirky destinations in the Peach State.

Georgia’s Quirkiest Places

by B.T. ClarkMarch 9, 2025March 9, 2025

Representatives of Georgia manufacturers asked state lawmakers Tuesday to pass legislation shielding them from lawsuits brought by victims of contamination from "forever chemicals" - known as PFAS - in their water.

Representing You

Will Georgia Lawmakers Side With Big Business and Against Clean Water?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025

"I prefer art to be disturbing-- its more fun making it" says Emily Boatright who never planned to make art about epilepsy. She was just looking for inspiration—an artist who had explored the condition in their work, but search after search came up empty.

Artist Spotlight: All Eyes on Emily Boatright

by Katya OzerkovMarch 3, 2025March 3, 2025

The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation released today its 2025 list of 10 Places in Peril in the state.

These Georgia Landmarks Are in Danger of Disappearing Forever

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 27, 2025

A 17-year-old Mount Zion High School student has been charged after authorities uncovered a murder plot targeting another student.

Crime

Teen Charged in Murder Plot at Carroll County High School

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025

Butts county has a rich history and a beautiful outdoor landscape. However, the main thing that distinguishes this county is its cheeky name. So, how did this come to be?

How Did Butts County Get its Name?

by Poesy YoungFebruary 12, 2025February 12, 2025

The largest drug distribution network in Butts County is officially out of business, according to Sheriff Gary Long. Authorities have dismantled what they describe as the most significant narcotics threat to the community, following a months-long investigation targeting fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamines, cocaine, and illegal prescription pill distribution.

Crime

Major Drug Bust in Butts County: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 9, 2025February 9, 2025

A Hogansville police officer is off the job as state investigators look into an accusation of sexual assault.

Crime

Georgia Police Officer Placed on Leave After Sexual Assault Accusation

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 4, 2025February 4, 2025

📅 What’s Happening: The annual Groundhog Day tradition drew spectators eager to see whether Lee would declare winter’s end or its extension. This year, the forecast leans toward more chilly days ahead.

Georgia Staples

Groundhog Day 2025: Did Georgia’s Groundhog General Beauregard Lee See His Shadow?

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 2, 2025February 2, 2025

❗Why It Matters: Rodents do more than make noise in the walls. They carry diseases like hantavirus and salmonella, and their presence can worsen asthma and allergies—particularly in children. Beyond health concerns, rats and mice cause structural damage to homes by chewing through wires, walls, and insulation.

Which Georgia Counties Have The Most Rats?

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 27, 2025

A Georgia fire chief lost his life after stopping to help a driver who had hit a deer in Alabama.

Crime

Georgia Fire Chief Shot to Death While Helping Motorist in Alabama

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 27, 2025January 27, 2025

Photos: Here are some snow photos from today. More will be posted as they come in.

Around Georgia: Snow Photos and Updates

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 10, 2025January 11, 2025

Cobb Schools Closed Friday: Cobb County Schools and offices will be closed on Friday, Jan. 10, due to forecasted ice and snow. All extracurricular activities, including sports, are also canceled on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 11.

Around Georgia: School Closures and Weather Advisories

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 9, 2025January 9, 2025

Current weather models are showing an increased likelihood of snow, and this time those chances extend through the metro Atlanta area. Snowfall could arrive in Georgia as early as Friday morning, with the heaviest accumulations expected in the mountains, but a possibility of an inch of snow north of Macon.

Georgia’s Snow Forecast for Friday Has Changed: Here’s How

by B.T. ClarkJanuary 7, 2025

A 14-year-old boy is in serious condition after being shot in the neck early Monday morning on McCall Street in LaGrange. Police have identified 17-year-old Enan Brooks as the suspect and are actively searching for him.

Crime

14-Year-Old Shot in The Neck By Another Teen in LaGrange

by Crime ReportsJanuary 6, 2025

(The Center Square) – Another large data center company is eying Georgia, this time in Coweta County.

Georgia’s New $17 Billion Data Center Project: What You Need to Know

by Kim Jarrett | The Center SquareJanuary 3, 2025January 3, 2025

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