A Bleckley County sheriff’s deputy was arrested in Dublin on charges tied to a family violence incident, Sheriff Daniel Cape said. What happened: Deputy James Austin, who worked in the uniform patrol division, was taken into custody. Cape did not provide details about the specific charges or identify the people involved. What’s next for Austin: […]
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How to set off 4th of July Fireworks in Georgia without losing a finger or blowing up a pickup truck
Fireworks are legal in Georgia, but they are only as safe as the person lighting them. If you want to enjoy your fireworks without your house, hand, or pickup truck becoming a casualty, you’ll want to practice a few safety measures before you shoot off any fireworks on the fourth. Most Georgia fire departments strongly […]
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Savannah opens cooling spots as heat index could hit 110 degrees
What’s happening: The heat index — what the temperature feels like once humidity is factored in — is expected to reach between 105 and 110 degrees in coastal southeast Georgia and coastal South Carolina on Sunday, July 5, and into early next week. The rest of Georgia has already been under a heat advisory since […]
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Fireworks and Fido: A Complete Guide to Calming Your Pet on July 4th
As July 4th approaches, many Americans eagerly anticipate the dazzling fireworks displays that light up the night sky. However, what’s a celebration for humans can be a nightmare for our furry friends. The loud booms, flashes of light, and unfamiliar smells can trigger intense fear and anxiety in pets, leading to distress and potentially dangerous […]
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Sizzling 4th: Georgia hit with 106-degree heat index
Most of Georgia is under a heat advisory through Saturday evening as the “feels like” temperature — a combination of heat and humidity — is expected to reach as high as 106 degrees. What’s happening: Two overlapping heat advisories are in effect across the state. A shorter advisory covering five northeast Georgia counties — Stephens, […]
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A 19-year-old was shot and killed at a Marietta apartment complex. Two brothers are charged with his murder
What happened: Officers were called to Stratford Ridge Apartments at 2650 Delk Road at about 2:34 p.m. on June 30. They found 19-year-old Giovani Scruggs sitting in his vehicle with a gunshot wound to the head. He was taken by ambulance to a hospital, where he later died. The arrests: Detectives identified two suspects and […]
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Don’t Light This: 87K fireworks pulled before July 4th
A firework sold at stores across the country was recalled today, two days before the Fourth of July, because it can tip over and explode or shoot fire in the wrong direction. What’s Happening: Winco Fireworks International, based in Grandview, Missouri, pulled about 87,120 units of its Unity 7 Shot 200 Gram Aerial Cake firework […]
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Georgia Server sues Waffle House for discriminating against smokers
A Waffle House server from Forsyth is suing the restaurant chain, saying the company illegally charged tobacco-using employees extra for health insurance — and then kept the money for itself. What’s happening: Corkeitha Hicks filed a class action lawsuit June 23 in U.S. District Court in Macon against Waffle House Inc., which is based in […]
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Hall County deputies looking for driver who hit utility pole and fled on East Hall Road
𝗨𝗣𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘, 𝟰:𝟰𝟱 𝗽.𝗺. – Accident Investigation Unit investigators have identified and located the suspect driver. Thank you for your help. The original artical is below. A hit-and-run driver knocked down power lines on East Hall Road early Thursday morning and left the scene before anyone arrived, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office. What happened: […]
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Don’t Get Burned: Georgia’s July 4th fireworks laws explained
As we head into a long four-day weekend to celebrate the Fourth of July this year, fireworks will resonate throughout the night sky each night of the long weekend.