Cobb County’s school chief is labeling teachers who posted about Charlie Kirk’s death as “evil,” using unusually harsh political rhetoric rarely heard from education administrators. Why It Matters: Conservative Parents in Cobb County are buying the rhetoric and, according to Superintendent Chris Ragsdale, are questioning whether their children are safe in classrooms with teachers who […]
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Do Today’s Teens Really Choose Their Phones Over Hanging Out?
It’s a narrative that has persisted for years. Teenagers are glued to their phones, isolating themselves from the real world, interacting with friends only through texts, Instagram posts, or TikTok comments. But firsthand accounts from today’s teens suggest that this stereotype couldn’t be further from the truth. Teens are social creatures who absolutely value in […]
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Hit-And-Run Suspect Caught After Deadly Crash That Killed Elderly Pedestrian in Peach County
A 23-year-old Fort Valley man is in custody for the hit-and-run death of a local 65-year-old pedestrian on Highway 96. What’s Happening: Javeus Montgomery was arrested in South Carolina after allegedly striking James Oates, who was walking with a shopping cart along Georgia Highway 96 around 2 a.m. on July 23. Between the Lines: Investigators […]
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Read Raphael Warnock’s Warning After Jimmy Kimmel Suspension
Georgia’s U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock says government threats against networks are a danger to democracy after ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel Live! over remarks about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. What’s Happening: The decision comes after days of outrage over Kimmel’s monologue, pressure from conservative groups, and warnings from a federal regulator. Warnock’s Words: […]
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Follow The Money: Georgia’s Version of Medicaid Spent 65% of Funds on Administrative Costs
A federal review of Georgia’s unique implementation of Medicaid found that two-thirds of the money went to administrative overhead rather than to medical assistance. The report from the U.S. Government Accountability Office also found that more than half of the $80 million spent on the program since 2021 went to contractors who helped the state […]
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Moneypenny Employees Go for Gold with Team Olympics
Duluth’s Moneypenny hosted employee Olympics as part of its year-long celebration of 25 years as the world’s leading customer conversation experts. The “Employee Games”, which were held across two offices, included basketball, cornhole, office chair races, ping pong, mini soccer, mini golf, and hula hooping. “We truly believe people that play together stay together, which […]
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Emory University Fires Faculty Member After Social Media Post on Charlie Kirk’s Assassination
Emory University has dismissed a non-clinical faculty member from its School of Medicine following a social media post concerning the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In a memo dated September 18, 2025, Dean Sandra L. Wong informed staff of the termination, stating that the post had “raised concerns among our colleagues and communities.” The […]
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Your Vape Pen Can Cause Fires. Here’s How to Stay Safe
Think your vape pen is just another everyday accessory? The Tifton Fire Department says it’s time to think again. While e-cigarettes are often seen as a safer alternative to traditional cigarettes, the tiny tech packing your next hit also comes with some serious risks—especially if you aren’t careful. Did you know e-cigarettes can explode or […]
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Big Changes to The ACT: What You Need to Know
September 6 marked a pivotal moment for high-school students: The new, enhanced ACT made its debut internationally. With the science section now being optional for everyone, the test has shrunk from three hours to two. The standardized test has undergone several changes this year, with the ACT debuting its new online version in April 2025. […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Vow Not to Tax Food and Housing if They Eliminate State Income Tax
Georgia Republicans who want to eliminate the state income tax vowed on Wednesday that they would not pay for it by taxing groceries and housing. Sen. Blake Tillery, R-Vidalia, secured agreement from a largely Republican study committee to neither impose a state tax on property or on grocery sales nor to increase the gasoline tax. […]
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Hot, Dry Weather Raises Drought Risk For Georgia
Georgia will see more hot, dry days, with only a few late-day storms to break up the heat. Most areas will feel above-normal temperatures with highs reaching the low 90s through the weekend. What It Means For You: Expect less rain, higher utility bills, and more watering for your yard and garden. The risk of […]
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The Fed Cuts Interest Rates: What Does it Mean For You?
The Federal Reserve made its first rate cut of the year, lowering its key interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point. The new target range is now 4% to 4.25%. That move could touch nearly every part of your financial life, from credit cards to savings accounts. The Fed’s main rate, called the […]
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A Georgia Hospital is Closing its Labor and Delivery Unit Due to Medicaid Cuts
St. Mary’s Sacred Heart Hospital in rural northeast Georgia will discontinue its maternal health services next month as its parent company moves to consolidate OB/GYN services to one location, the hospital announced last week. The decision will affect the hospital’s labor and delivery unit as well as Clear Creek OBGYN, a separate center which provides […]
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Emory University Goes Tuition-Free For Families Making Less Than $200,000
Starting fall 2026, Emory University is rewriting what college access means in Atlanta and beyond. Any student whose family earns $200,000 or less will now attend tuition-free. The new Emory Advantage Plus scholarship signals a direct response to the barrier that keeps so many students from crossing campus gates: the price tag. “When students sit […]
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How To Watch Charlie Kirk’s Funeral on Sunday
Georgians who want to watch Charlie Kirk’s funeral can see it live on several platforms Sunday at 2 p.m. Eastern. The most direct option is LiveNOW from FOX. That stream will carry the service in full and is available statewide through the FOX Local app on phones, tablets, Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV and most […]
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Buckhead Brothel Owner Gets Prison For Sex Trafficking
Jamika “Jae” Weese will serve five years in federal prison after running a prostitution ring from an Atlanta apartment and fraudulently obtaining nearly $70,000 in pandemic relief funds. What It Means For You: Atlanta authorities have removed a sex trafficking operation from Buckhead, making the community safer while ensuring COVID relief funds go to legitimate […]
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Exploring Pathways to Your Dream Career
Identifying the career path you’re truly passionate about can be one of life’s most fulfilling experiences. But for many, the journey toward that dream job can be laden with uncertainty and confusion. This article aims to guide you through various steps and strategies to help unlock your potential and navigate towards the career you desire. […]
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Stranded Anglers Rescued from Oconee River After Boat Gets Trapped
Game wardens sprang into action yesterday when two fishermen found themselves stuck on the Oconee River after their boat became entangled in a tree. What’s Happening: A fisherman contacted Game Warden Erin Paulk Tuesday afternoon after his vessel became trapped on a tree in the Oconee River, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources […]
