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The Chattahoochee is calling—but before you grab your float and your six-pack, there are a few things you should know before jumping in.
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What to Know Before You Shoot The ‘Hooch This Summer

by B.T. ClarkJune 5, 2025June 5, 2025

The Chattahoochee is calling—but before you grab your float and your six-pack, there are a few things you should know before jumping in. Even though the river is cleaner than it used to be, this is still nature we’re talking about. Conditions can change quickly. And if you’re not paying attention, that leisurely float down […]

The nation's unofficial cannabis holiday on April 20 -- also called 420 Day -- brings more than just celebrations. The day delivers a dangerous mix of high drivers and unsuspecting motorists sharing the same asphalt.
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Got 420 Day Plans? Here’s Why They Shouldn’t Include Driving

by B.T. ClarkApril 16, 2025April 16, 2025
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Toy Safety Reminders for Georgia Parents

by B.T. ClarkDecember 24, 2024December 24, 2024
If you’re looking for a safe way to conduct buying, selling, or trading in Cobb County, you can use the designated E-Commerce Zones. These areas are located at all five police precincts and the police headquarters. They are well-lit and monitored by video surveillance, providing a secure space for your transactions.
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Online Shopping: Where to Buy and Sell Safely in Cobb County

by B.T. ClarkDecember 11, 2024December 11, 2024
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Safety Measures Added at Lights of Joy in Cobb After Teen’s Death

by B.T. ClarkDecember 4, 2024December 4, 2024
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Holiday Safety Tips: Shop Smart and Stay Secure

by B.T. ClarkNovember 22, 2024November 22, 2024
Dynarex Corporation has expanded its recall of baby powder products due to potential asbestos contamination, affecting over 1,000 cases. The recall follows FDA findings linking asbestos to serious health risks, particularly for infants. Consumers are urged to check lot numbers, cease product use, and seek refunds. Ongoing investigations aim to prevent future incidents.
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Child Safety Alert: Does Your Baby Powder Contain Asbestos?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024October 30, 2024
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Keep Your Stuff Safe: A Teen’s Guide to School Security

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024
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Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Leave Grass Clippings in The Road

by Thom ChandlerMay 7, 2024May 7, 2024
🔔 The Gist: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warns the public about the fire and burn hazards posed by certain Unit Pack Power e-bike batteries, urging immediate cessation of their use.
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Urgent Safety Alert Issued for Unit Pack Power E-Bike Batteries Due to Fire Risks

by Thom ChandlerApril 19, 2024April 19, 2024
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Believe It or Not: Residents in These 3 Georgia Cities Leave Their Doors Unlocked

by Thom ChandlerNovember 29, 2023November 29, 2023
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Consumer Alert: How To Keep Your Info Secure After the New iPhone ‘NameDrop’ Update

by Alani VargasNovember 28, 2023November 28, 2023
The Benadryl challenge might not trend on TikTok, but it's still claiming lives.
Posted inYour Family

What Is the Benadryl Challenge? What Parents Should Know

by Alani VargasMay 19, 2023May 19, 2023
Purple lights are actually a way to spread awareness for a serious issue.
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Purple Porch Lights Are Being Used To Send a Message—Here’s What This Outdoor Lighting Really Signifies

by Alani VargasMay 12, 2023May 12, 2023
With the recent mass shooting at an elementary school in Texas as a backdrop, Georgia schools are beginning to open their doors for fall with school safety top-of-mind for parents and teachers.
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Georgia students return to school. How safe is your child’s school?

by Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceJuly 29, 2022July 29, 2022
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Hall County reports first rabies case of 2022

by Thom ChandlerApril 8, 2022June 23, 2022
If you're unable to connect to your Ring video doorbell today, you aren't alone.
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Ring video doorbells are having an outage

by Thom ChandlerDecember 7, 2021December 7, 2021
This year alone, there have been eight pedestrian deaths in Gwinnett County. The Governor’s Highway Safety Association statistics show Georgia as one of five states contributing to almost half of all pedestrian deaths in the United States.
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Gwinnett County gets more school zone speed cameras

by School ReportsNovember 9, 2021November 9, 2021

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