Runners and walkers are invited to take part in the Pinwheel Pursuit Cartersville Half Marathon and 5K on May 17. The event, hosted by Advocates for Children, will raise money to help children and families impacted by abuse and neglect in Northwest Georgia. The race will start at the former Cartersville Primary School, located at […]
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Georgia Pearl Harbor Hero Finally Laid to Rest
Nearly 84 years after the attack on Pearl Harbor, a Georgia native lost in the early hours of America’s entry into World War II will finally be laid to rest with full military honors. Chief Warrant Officer John Gaynor Connolly was killed on December 7, 1941, when the USS Oklahoma was struck by Japanese torpedoes […]
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Avondale Estates Has America’s Best Small Town Beer Scene
Move over, Portland. Step aside, Asheville. The tiny town of Avondale Estates just schooled them all — again. 🏆 What We Know: Avondale Estates claimed the top spot as America’s Best Small Town Beer Scene in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This marks the fourth time in five years this Georgia gem has outbrewed […]
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What is Today’s Pollen Count in Georgia?
If you’ve been bracing for a pollen onslaught this week, you can relax—at least for today. The pollen count in metro Atlanta is pretty tame. 🌼 What’s Happening: Today’s total pollen count is 42. In pollen-speak, that lands us in the “low” category with tree pollen sneaking into the medium range. So, if your car […]
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Buckle Relocates to The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta
Buckle is set to move its store to The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta in Woodstock. The new location will open on April 1, replacing its previous space at Town Center at Cobb. Buckle offers a wide range of clothing, shoes, and accessories for men and women. The store features popular denim brands and exclusive labels […]
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Search Intensifies for Missing Georgia Hiker at South Carolina’s Table Rock State Park
Rescue teams are racing against time and treacherous terrain to find Stephanie Womacks, a Temple, Georgia woman who vanished last week during a hike at Table Rock State Park in Pickens, South Carolina. 🔍 What We Know: Crews have scoured the park for six straight days, with nearly 100 responders daily. On Friday, search teams […]
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It’s Not a Good Idea to Burn Things in North Georgia Today: Here’s Why
North Georgia residents face heightened wildfire risks today as extremely dry conditions create dangerous fire potential across the region. 🔥 What We Know: A Fire Danger Statement remains in effect until 8 p.m. today for north Georgia counties. Weather officials warn humidity levels will drop to 25 percent or less throughout the afternoon and evening […]
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Did ICE Violate The First Amendment By Arresting a Palestinian Activist?
A lawful permanent resident who helped organize Palestinian protests at Columbia University remained in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody Monday after his arrest over the weekend. ICE agents arrested Mahmoud Khalil on Saturday, initially saying they were acting on a State Department directive to revoke his student visa. Khalil’s attorney, Amy Greer, told The Associated Press that […]
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City of Cumming Employee Killed in Workplace Parking Lot Accident
A 44-year-old woman died Monday morning after being struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of her workplace at the City of Cumming Water Facilities. The Details: The fatal accident occurred around 7 a.m. when the Forsyth County 911 Center received multiple calls about a pedestrian hit by a vehicle at 1835 Dahlonega Highway. […]
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Georgia Lawmaker Takes Bold Stand Against Trump Cuts to Veterans Affairs
A Georgia state representative with combat experience just unleashed a blistering critique of proposed cuts by the Trump administration that would eliminate tens of thousands of Veterans Affairs jobs. 🔥 What We Know: State Rep. Floyd Griffin from Milledgeville condemned what he calls an “attack on U.S. veterans” after learning about plans to slash 80,000 […]
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Does Atlanta’s Downtown Connector Make You Re-Think Your Life Choices? You’re Not Alone
Thousands of Atlanta drivers contemplate their life choices while stuck in gridlock on the infamous Downtown Connector, a new poll reveals. 🚗 What We Know: A survey of drivers by Potamkin Hyundai found Atlanta’s I-85/I-75 Downtown Connector tops the list of Georgia roads most likely to trigger an existential crisis during rush hour. The notorious […]
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Digital Driver’s Licenses Are Legal in Georgia, But Police Can’t Accept Them
Drivers in Georgia would be able to leave home without their wallet, so long as they bring their smartphone, if legislation that seeks to require police to accept a digital version of drivers’ licenses becomes law. House Bill 296 passed the Georgia House of Representatives by a wide bipartisan majority last week, and on Monday […]
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Former Falcons Linebacker Sentenced for $5M Ponzi Scheme
John Robert Leake, a former NFL linebacker who once played for the Atlanta Falcons, has been sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for running a Ponzi scheme that defrauded six victims of more than $5 million. The Details: Leake, 43, of Plano, Texas, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge John F. Walter on Friday […]
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Driver Seriously Injured After Crashing Into Light Pole in Kennesaw
A 56-year-old Acworth man suffered serious injuries Monday morning when his car veered off Hickory Grove Road and struck a light pole in Kennesaw. The Details: The crash happened around 8:44 a.m. on March 10 at the intersection of Hickory Grove Road and Northgate Way. The man was driving a blue 2008 Hyundai Accent westbound […]
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Georgia 19-Year-Old Twins Found Dead in Bell Mountain Murder-Suicide
Two 19-year-old twin brothers from Lawrenceville died from gunshot wounds atop a popular hiking destination in Towns County on Saturday morning. The Details: Hikers discovered the bodies of Qaadir Malik Lewis and Naazir Rahim Lewis at the summit of Bell Mountain in Hiawassee around 11:05 a.m. on March 8. The Towns County Sheriff’s Office responded […]
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Georgia’s Frozen Gems: 3 Spots Named Among Best in U.S. for Polar Plunging
Forget hot cocoa and fuzzy blankets, some brave Georgians are jumping into icy waters. Three Georgia spots have just been named among the best in the nation for cold-water plunging, a trend that’s sweeping the country as people chase the rush of frigid dips. What We Know: A survey of cold-water enthusiasts ranked Panther Creek […]
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Building Community Support for Mental Health Awareness in Georgia
Mental health awareness is becoming an increasingly critical part of community building, so much so that both public and private entities are taking part in initiatives that focus on providing mental health interventions to vulnerable groups. However, there are regions in the United States where mental health awareness isn’t given the spotlight it deserves, requiring […]
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Mid-March Weather: Temperature Swings in Georgia
Rain-soaked Georgia residents can finally see some relief as Monday’s showers make their grand exit, kicking off what promises to be a meteorological mood swing of a week. 🌧️ What’s Happening Now: Monday’s rain showers will soon be packing their bags and heading out of town, with temperatures struggling to reach 60 degrees. You’ll still […]
