A weekend swim in Lake Lanier turned tragic for a Vinings man who drowned while trying to return to his boat. 🌊 Why It Matters: Lake Lanier has a long and concerning history of drownings, raising questions about water safety and the need for vigilance among swimmers in the popular recreational area. 🕵️♂️ What’s Happening: […]
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A 10 Foot Shark Was Spotted Off of Tybee Island Labor Day Weekend
Sharks don’t typically make it to the headlines, but when they do, it’s because something is off. A shark, estimated to be over 10 feet long, was spotted just 100 yards offshore between 17th and 18th Street, sending lifeguards into action. The sighting wasn’t your average shark swim-by; this one was feeding, and that raised […]
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24-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck and Killed in Hit-and-Run in Macon
A 24-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle early Sunday morning on Emery Highway near Lexington Street in Macon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene at approximately 2:30 a.m. after receiving a call about a person down in the area. The Details: Upon arrival, deputies discovered that the pedestrian, identified […]
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Fatal Crash on I-285 Kills 33-Year-Old Woman
A tragic crash on I-285 early Sunday morning resulted in the death of a 33-year-old woman and left two others injured, according to authorities. The Details: The crash occurred at approximately 3:48 a.m. on September 1, on I-285 westbound near Ashford Dunwoody Road. According to the Dunwoody Police Department, a white Scion, traveling west, attempted […]
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Cool Weather is Coming to Georgia This Week
Residents across Georgia who have been enduring the recent hot weather are in for some relief. According to the National Weather Service, while high temperatures will persist through Labor Day, a significant cooldown is expected to follow, offering a much-needed break from the heat. The Details: The current heatwave has pushed temperatures into the upper […]
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24-Year-Old Dies in Fatal Crash in Putnam County
A late-night crash on Scott Road in Putnam County has claimed the life of a 24-year-old man while the driver walked away unharmed, according to the local sheriff’s office. 🚔 What’s Happening: 🔍 Between the Lines: The cause of the accident remains under investigation, with authorities yet to determine what led the vehicle to veer […]
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Everything You Need to Know About The 2024 Roswell 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
The City of Roswell will hold its annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Wednesday, September 11 at Roswell City Hall. The event will begin at 8:30 a.m., with a moment of silence at 8:46 a.m. to mark the time when the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center. The ceremony will include […]
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Savannah Police Investigating Fatal Shooting on Congress Lane
A fatal shooting in the early hours of August 30 has left one man dead and two others injured in the heart of Savannah’s historic district. The incident, which occurred around 2:15 a.m. in the 100 block of West Congress Lane, has prompted an ongoing investigation by Savannah Police detectives. The Details: Police responded to […]
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Albany Police Seek Help Finding Missing 64-Year-Old Kenderson Hill
The Albany Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 64-year-old Kenderson Hill, who has been reported missing. Hill was last seen in the early hours of the morning, around 3:45 a.m., leaving the 1500 block of Georgia Avenue. He was reportedly on foot, possibly heading toward the 2500 block of Beachview Drive. […]
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Warren County Schools Introduces Text Messaging Service for Parents
Warren County Schools is introducing a new way to keep families informed—through a text messaging service provided by School Messenger. This service will deliver important information directly to your mobile phone, ensuring that you are always up-to-date on events, school closures, safety alerts, and more. The Details: To take advantage of this free service, parents […]
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Georgia High School Football Week 3 Scores and Photos
High school football in Georgia kicked off for Week 3 with all the excitement and enthusiasm of the first two weeks of the season. Here are the scores and photos from Week 3. The Scores: The Photos
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Part of Big Creek Greenway to Close in Forsyth County: Find Out Why
A section of the Big Creek Greenway will be temporarily closed starting Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, to allow crews to assess the trail for potential modifications. The closure will affect the area between mile marker 8.5 at Bethelview Trailhead and mile marker 13.4 at Kelly Mill Road. The section of the trail south of Bethelview […]
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Ex-Hall County Official Admits to Pocketing Public Funds
Former Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard pleaded guilty Friday to unlawfully using funds from the county and the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia (PAC) to cover personal expenditures. Woodard was charged with one count of unprofessional conduct for claiming a number of travel expenditures for which she was not entitled and misusing Local Victim […]
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I-75 Southbound Delays: Concrete Pavement Replacement
Motorists traveling through Bibb County on I-75 Southbound should be prepared for delays next week as maintenance crews from the Georgia Department of Transportation undertake concrete pavement replacement work. The work is scheduled to take place at Milepost 170, near the Riverside Road to Arkwright Road corridor. The Details: The replacement work will occur on […]
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Georgia Man Sentenced to Life for Brutal 2016 Rape of Ex-Girlfriend
Rassoloman Davis, 38, of Lithonia, has been sentenced to life in prison following his conviction for a brutal assault on his ex-girlfriend. The jury handed down the verdict on Thursday in DeKalb County Superior Court, where Davis was found guilty of multiple charges, including rape, home invasion, aggravated assault, kidnapping with bodily injury, and false […]
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Off-Duty Georgia Deputy Helps Stranded Motorist
On August 12, a Cobb County resident, Leslie Hayes, found herself in a difficult situation when her car broke down at the corner of Bill Carruth Parkway and Rosedale Drive. As she faced the stress of dealing with a disabled vehicle, an unexpected source of help arrived— an off-duty deputy who happened to be passing […]
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Labor Day 2024: Do Georgia Employers Respect Your Labor?
Labor Day is often mistaken as just another long weekend for barbecues and last-minute summer getaways, but it’s important to remember that it’s a day dedicated to the labor movement and the countless workers who have fought for the rights we sometimes take for granted today, such as the 40 hour workday, Saturday and Sundays […]
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Speed Limits Lowered on 3 Roads in Milton: Here’s Why
Residents of Milton may notice a change while driving through the city, as speed limits on Batesville, Hamby, and Hickory Flat roads were officially reduced to 40 mph this week. This adjustment is part of a broader initiative to enhance road safety across the city. The Details: New signs reflecting the reduced speed limit were […]
