Posted inWeather

Flood advisory issued for Lowndes County

Heavy rain from overnight thunderstorms has triggered a flood advisory for Lowndes County. What’s Happening: Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain had already fallen as of 6:35 a.m. Up to one more inch is expected, and minor flooding is ongoing or starting soon in low-lying areas and places where water drains poorly. Where to […]

Posted inEducation

University of West Georgia course helps student athletes open up about mental health

A University of West Georgia instructor built a course that teaches student athletes how to handle the mental pressures of competition, and students say it is already changing how they think about themselves on and off the field. What’s happening: Instructor Jay Vinson designed the course to give student-athletes and future coaches real, usable tools […]

Posted inYour Government

Cobb County and Mableton finally reach deal on police, roads, and stormwater

Cobb County and the City of Mableton say they have reached a proposed agreement on police, transportation, and stormwater services after more than a year of talks that ended in formal mediation. What’s happening: Cobb County Chairwoman Lisa Cupid and Mableton Mayor Michael Owens each put out statements Tuesday saying mediation produced a proposed deal. […]

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