Math lovers and pizza fans alike are coming together today as Georgia businesses offer up their best deals in celebration of Pi Day. From pizza shops to pie bakeries—and even gas station chains—specials are popping up across the state in honor of the famous mathematical constant, 3.14. And whether you live in Atlanta or Albany, […]
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Tree Pollen Turns Georgia Into Sneeze Factory Despite Moderate Count
Got a tissue handy? You might need it. 🌳 What We Know: Tree pollen registered at moderate levels across Georgia on Friday, despite the overall pollen count sitting at just 49. While that total number falls in the low range, tree pollen specifically is punching above its weight in the respiratory misery department. 🤧 Why […]
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Georgia Power Prepares for Weekend Storms
Georgia Power crews say they are ready as dangerous storms approach the state this weekend. Forecasters predict high winds, heavy rain and possible tornadoes that could leave many residents without electricity. 🌧️ What We Know: The approaching storm system threatens to saturate ground and create localized flooding. When combined with high winds, these conditions often […]
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Weather Alert: Dangerous Storms Headed to Georgia This Weekend
Georgia residents face potentially life-threatening weather Saturday night through Sunday afternoon as a severe storm system moves across the state. 🌪️ What We Know: Meteorologists warn all severe hazards are possible, including tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail. A strong tornado cannot be ruled out. The National Weather Service has issued a level 3 threat for […]
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Your Horoscope: March 10-16
Full Worm Moon in Virgo (March 14): On March 14, a Full Worm Moon occurs in Virgo, symbolizing the end of winter and the onset of spring. This lunar phase encourages introspection and the reassessment of personal goals, relationships, and habits. It’s an opportune time to declutter both physically and emotionally, making way for new […]
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Georgia Access Patients Left in Limbo: When Listed Doctors Don’t Accept Your Insurance
Georgians are experiencing troubles with their health insurance as the providers listed on the Georgia Access website often end up not accepting the insurance. Georgia Access is the state-based exchange where patients can enroll in health insurance pathways when their insurance is not provided by their employers. You can shop for different health insurance options […]
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Dog Dies in Georgia House Fire
A family dog died and five people lost their home after an electrical fire tore through a Valdosta residence Thursday morning. The Details: Valdosta firefighters rushed to 2107 Northwood Circle around 8:09 a.m. on March 13, arriving in less than four minutes to find heavy smoke and flames engulfing the single-family home. Firefighters battled the […]
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Roswell Moving Forward with New Public Safety Headquarters
Roswell is taking the next big step toward opening its new Public Safety Headquarters. On Tuesday, March 11, the Roswell City Council signaled unanimous support for hiring Reeves and Young as the construction manager for the project. The final vote to approve the contract is set for Monday, March 24. 🏢 Who Made it Happen: […]
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Georgia School Bus Driver Injured After Being Hit in Back of Head While Driving
A Columbia County school bus driver was struck in the head by an unknown object while driving students home Wednesday. The driver pulled over on Hereford Farm Road after the incident. 🚨 Why It Matters: This incident directly impacts student safety and transportation reliability for local families who depend on school buses to get their […]
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Discover Villa Rica: Georgia’s Hidden Gold Mine Gem
Villa Rica, Georgia, a small town just 35 minutes west of Atlanta, offers visitors a blend of outdoor recreation, historical sites, and unique attractions centered around its gold mining heritage. The town, whose name means “City of Gold” in Portuguese, features the Pine Mountain Gold Museum, Georgia’s only gold museum located on an actual gold […]
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Cumming Employee Who Died in Parking Lot Accident Was 44-Year-Old Crystal Sawyer
The City of Cumming has released the name of the employee who was killed in a tragic accident earlier this week. City Administrator Phil Higgins confirmed Wednesday that 44-year-old Crystal Sawyer, an Inventory Clerk in the city’s Utilities Distribution and Collection Division, died after being struck by a truck in a city parking lot. The […]
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Downtown Woodstock Restaurant Scores 46 on Health Inspection
Rootstock and Vine, a popular restaurant on Main Street in Woodstock, received a failing score of 46 on its most recent health inspection, with violations including improper food handling, moldy food items, and temperature control issues. The Details: Health inspectors conducted a routine inspection on March 9, documenting 15 violations at the 8558 Main Street […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Want to Double Compensation For Families of Teachers Killed in School Shootings
A Georgia Senate committee advanced legislation Wednesday that would double the amount of money that families of teachers and other public school employees would receive when their loved ones are killed at school. House Bill 105 would double to $150,000 the compensation for victims of violence “in the line of duty,” putting it in parity […]
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Top Cities for St. Patrick’s Day: Savannah’s Big Win
Get your green gear ready. Savannah nabbed the third spot on WalletHub’s list of best cities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year, trailing only Boston and Reno in the rankings. 🍀 What We Know: Americans will spend at least $7 billion celebrating Irish heritage this March 17, according to WalletHub’s analysis of 200 cities […]
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Ex-boyfriend Arrested in Murder of Collette Sease at Newton County Lake
Travis Abbott has been charged with murder after investigators determined his ex-girlfriend’s death in a Newton County lake was not an accidental drowning. The Details: Newton County Sheriff’s deputies discovered Sease’s body on March 3 in a lake off Highway 212 in Covington. What initially appeared to be a drowning quickly turned into a homicide […]
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Popular Woodstock Restaurant Fails Health Inspection
A popular Woodstock breakfast spot received a failing health inspection score after inspectors found multiple critical violations including improper food temperatures and sanitation issues. 🔍 What We Know: Maple Street Biscuit Company on Towne Lake Parkway scored a 64 on its March 6 health inspection. The restaurant faced several serious violations, including mold in the […]
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Negative News: Is The World Really On Fire?
Open any news app and the evidence is abundant: the world is on fire; your way of life is in danger; you should definitely panic – oh, and by the way, here’s a link to another article of ours that will tell you the very same thing. So… is it true? Is the state of […]
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How to Submit a Noise Complaint About DeKalb-Peachtree Airport Flights
Residents living near DeKalb-Peachtree Airport can conveniently report airport noise. The airport is using Plane Noise, an online system that makes filing complaints easier and faster. Here is how you can submit a noise complaint: 1. Use the Plane Noise Webform Go to pdkairport.org. You will find a link to the Plane Noise webform. Fill […]
