Out-of-state investors own tens of thousands of houses in Georgia, and lawmakers tried to limit the number due to concerns about decaying properties and diminished options for would be homeowners. A bill that sought to cap each big owner at 2,000 properties didn’t get far after constitutional concerns were raised. But a measure that requires […]
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2-Year-Old Shot and Killed in Southeast Atlanta
A toddler is dead after being shot inside a southeast Atlanta apartment Sunday morning, according to police. What We Know: Atlanta Police say officers were called to Hugh Spalding Hospital around 10:54 a.m. on April 13 in reference to a child who had been shot. When officers arrived, medical staff were treating a 2-year-old boy […]
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Georgia Utility Watch: Holding Georgia Power Accountable
Former Georgia Public Service Commission candidate Patty Durand has founded a utility watchdog that she envisions as providing a new way to hold state regulators and Georgia Power accountable. Durand’s newly formed Georgia Utility Watch’s initial goal is to restore a consumer advocacy group similar to the state’s former Consumers Utility Counsel, which represented residential […]
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The First Casualty of Infertility is Dignity
April is National Infertility Awareness Month, and before we go any further, let me say this upfront: infertility is not funny. It is painful. It is isolating. It is traumatizing. It makes you question everything—your body, your faith, your marriage, your worth. And yet, if you live through it long enough, there comes a point […]
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Georgia Walmart Employee Goes on Shooting Spree: What We Know
A shooting spree that began inside a closed Walmart on Salem Road early Thursday left two people dead and another critically injured before the suspect fled across state lines, authorities said. What We Know: Police say just after 1:30 a.m. on April 11, 24-year-old Dwayne Eduh, a Walmart employee from Covington, retrieved a firearm from […]
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What You Need to Know About This Weekend’s Atlanta Dogwood Festival
The 89th Atlanta Dogwood Festival returns this weekend at Piedmont Park from April 11 through April 13. Artists from all over the country will have tents throughout the park showcasing their artwork and designs in different mediums of jewelry, paintings, sculptures, and more. Guests can tune in to live music at the Main and International […]
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Alpharetta Wants to Deliver Flowers to All Assisted Living Residents
A community effort in Alpharetta is raising money to bring flowers—and a little companionship—to residents in local assisted living homes. The “Shower with Flowers” fundraiser, launched last week by the Alpharetta Department of Public Safety, hopes to raise three thousand dollars to buy and deliver flowers to seniors across the city. The department said that […]
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Food Truck Event Brings Local Flavor to Downtown Fayetteville
Fayetteville residents will have a chance to try a wide variety of local food options during the upcoming Food Truck Frenzy on April 17. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 140 Stonewall Avenue and is hosted by Fayette County Parks and Recreation. Food vendors include Lobster Dogs, Essential Bowls, […]
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The Magnolia Soap Box Derby is Today in Macon
The hills of Washington Park are alive with cheers and competition today. The Magnolia Soap Box Derby is back.. 🛞 What We Know: Racers of all ages will be flying downhill in homemade cars, hoping to earn prizes and bragging rights. The first heat kicks off at 11 a.m. on Magnolia Street, and the derby […]
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What is The Pollen Count in Georgia Today?
Georgia residents face high tree pollen levels today as the total count reaches 342, according to the latest pollen report. 🌳 What We Know: Tree pollen dominates Saturday’s count, reaching high levels on the measurement scale. Grass pollen remains low while weed pollen registers at moderate levels. Mold activity stays in the low range, offering […]
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‘We’re Done.’ Volunteer Firefighters Resign in Mass Exit From Chatham County Fire Department
Chatham County’s tradition of volunteer firefighting is over—brought to a close not by fire, but by friction. After more than 60 years of service, every remaining volunteer firefighter has stepped down, capping nearly a year of growing tension between volunteers and county leadership. The final blow came last month, when new training rules and response […]
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Trump Tariffs Hit Home: ‘We Don’t Know What to Charge Our Customers’
President Donald Trump’s decision on Wednesday to pause a huge hike in tariffs on dozens of countries for 90 days gave the slumping stock market a one-day bump. But that surge was short-lived amid investors’ fears that tariffs remained historically high – 25% on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% for nearly all other nations. Of […]
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Fallen Oak Tree Closes Zebulon Road in Macon
A large oak tree has fallen across Zebulon Road, forcing officials to close the section between Madison Subdivision and Powers Plantation. Bibb County Sheriff’s Office deputies now direct drivers to find alternate routes while crews work to remove the tree. 🚫 What We Don’t Know: Officials haven’t provided an estimated time for when the road […]
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He’s Out There: Georgia Man Wanted in Savannah Killing
Savannah police are searching for a man wanted in a deadly shooting on North Fernwood Drive. They say he is armed and dangerous. What We Know: Keon Sanders, 20, is wanted for the killing of a man on April 7. Police say Sanders shot the man outside a home in the 2000 block of North […]
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Tift Theatre Lineup Features Music, Comedy, and Community Events This Month
The Tift Theatre has a full month of live entertainment and community events scheduled for April, including music nights, pageants, auditions, and a musical comedy show. The month kicks off with R&B Night featuring DJ PHUN on April 11. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the evening includes food from Guch and drinks by Donatello’s. […]
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Power Outage From Storm Shuts Down Fannin County Schools Today
Students in Fannin County are getting an unexpected day off. A power outage at East Fannin Elementary and a blocked intersection near Lakewood shut things down early Friday. There will be no classes — and no virtual lessons. 🚧 What We Know: Power is expected to be out for at least four to six hours […]
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How to Make the Most of Your Georgia Auto Accident Claim
Road safety is more than just steering clear of danger. Much of it involves keeping everyone else, including pedestrians, safe. Unfortunately, some motorists overlook their part by ignoring basic safety guidelines. Recklessness could cost people dearly in terms of property damage and injuries and victims will have to face the long-term effects of someone else’s […]
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Tanner Place Brings Hope and Housing to Canton
For the first time in nearly 50 years, Canton is building brand new public housing. It’s happening at Tanner Place, a development named for longtime resident and former City Council member Pat Tanner. Members of the Canton Housing Team and the Canton Housing Authority recently visited the site, where construction is actively underway. 🔨 What […]
