A man drowned while rescuing children at the Ocmulgee River Riverwalk on Friday afternoon. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office, Macon-Bibb County Fire Department, and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources responded to the scene following reports of a possible drowning. Incident Details Witnesses reported that a man and several children were swimming in the river […]
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Forest Park Man Convicted in 2010 Fast Food Restaurant Murder in DeKalb County
A Forest Park man has been convicted for the 2010 murder of a fast food restaurant employee, bringing a decade-long pursuit of justice to a close. On Tuesday, a jury found 33-year-old Rashad Rogers guilty of Malice Murder and Felony Murder in the death of 23-year-old Gary Andrews. The Crime and Initial Investigation On December […]
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Georgians Have Fishing Rights in Navigable Rivers and Streams, But How Should Navigable Be Defined?
The General Assembly passed legislation this year guaranteeing Georgians the right to fish in the state’s navigable rivers and streams. Now comes what promises to be the trickier question of deciding which rivers and streams are navigable and which are not. “This is the harder one to figure out,” said Mike Worley, president and CEO […]
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Gwinnett Homeowners Could Face Higher Property Taxes: What We Know
Homeowners in Gwinnett County can expect higher property tax bills this year due to rising property values, despite a slight decrease in the property tax rate. The Gwinnett County Board of Education has scheduled public hearings to discuss these changes and hear residents’ concerns. 🗓️ The Details:Three public hearings will allow residents to voice their […]
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Freedom of Speech or National Security?: TikTok Takes Congress to Court
TikTok and its parent company argued Thursday in a federal court in the District of Columbia that the recently enacted law forcing a nationwide ban or sale of the popular platform violates the First Amendment. TikTok Inc., which operates the video-sharing service in the United States, and its parent company, ByteDance Ltd., which was founded […]
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How to Start a Garden From Scratch
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a novice, having a home garden can be an enriching experience. But starting from scratch may seem like a daunting endeavor. To help you embark on this journey, we’ve compiled a general guide, drawing insights from University of Georgia Cooperative Extension publications and Clarke County Agriculture and Natural […]
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By The Numbers: Inflation Isn’t Stopping Americans’ Summer Vacation Plans
Another summer is here, and millions of Americans are getting excited for peak vacation season. In fact, they’ve been thinking about their 2024 trips and getaways since the beginning of the year when USA TODAY Blueprint teamed up with Talker Research to survey 1,000 Americans about their travel plans. Not only did the survey uncover […]
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Georgians Are Willing to Pay More for Local Goods
A recent survey conducted by HostingAdvice reveals that Georgians are willing to pay a 23% premium for products labeled “Made in Georgia,” reflecting a strong preference for supporting local businesses. This finding comes from a broader study of 3,000 consumers, highlighting regional variations in the willingness to spend extra on locally sourced goods. Survey Insights […]
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Why Oreo’s New Mint Chip Cereal Could Be Your Next Breakfast Obsession
Oreo, the famous cookie brand, has once again won over its fans with a new cereal flavor: Mint Chip Oreo O’s. This new cereal has created excitement among cereal lovers and Oreo fans. With its mix of minty freshness and classic Oreo crunch, many consumers are already hoping this cereal will stay on store shelves […]
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After Atlanta Water Main Break, How Does Roswell’s Water Infrastructure Stack Up?
The recent water leak in Midtown Atlanta has raised a significant national issue: aging water infrastructure. As cities nationwide grapple with deteriorating water systems, the City of Roswell is reminding residents of its proactive stance in maintaining and enhancing its water infrastructure to prevent such crises. The water main break in Atlanta led to substantial […]
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How Are You Handling Cost of Living Changes?
Nearly nine in 10 Americans have seen their cost-of-living increase over the past five years, and a new study has found it’s having a massive impact on how they’re shopping, particularly online. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found consumers now spend the most on groceries (35%), clothing (27%) and home goods (17%) when shopping […]
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Can Congress Help Boost Georgia’s Workforce Development?
U.S. Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Mike Braun have introduced the Pathways to Prosperity Act, a bipartisan initiative to enhance the nation’s workforce development by bridging the gap between community and technical colleges and local industries. This legislation aims to improve the Strengthening Community Colleges Grant Program, facilitating partnerships that align educational programs with industry […]
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Should Toll Lanes Be Added to I-285 and Ga. 400? Here’s Your Chance to Tell Officials
The Georgia Department of Transportation will host four open houses next month on a plan to add toll lanes along the top end of I-285 and along Georgia 400 in Cobb, Fulton, and DeKalb counties. The project will add two barrier-separated lanes in both directions of the so-called Perimeter Highway between South Atlanta Road and […]
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Gwinnett County Wins its First Emmy
The Gwinnett County Communications Department has won its first Emmy during the Southeast Regional Emmy Awards’ 50th anniversary. The award was given for the series “Upfront Gwinnett: Fighting Fentanyl,” which competed against productions from Alabama, South Carolina, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Georgia. The series was hosted and executive produced by County spokeswoman Deborah Tuff, with […]
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Treasury Secretary Visits Georgia to Announce Crackdown on Fentanyl
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Thursday announced new sanctions against a Mexican drug cartel that smuggles fentanyl and other synthetic opioids into the United States. Yellen’s announcement during a news conference in Atlanta coincided with the arrests of eight leaders of the cartel La Nueva Familia Michocana on 13 indictments. More than 1 million Americans […]
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Northwest Georgia Hospice Provider Agrees to $1.4 Million Settlement Over Alleged Kickback Scheme
In a significant development within the healthcare sector of Northwest Georgia, Tapestry Hospice and its senior officials have agreed to pay $1.4 million to settle allegations of engaging in a kickback scheme that violated federal law. The settlement addresses claims that the hospice organization offered financial incentives to medical directors in exchange for patient referrals. […]
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Chatham County Sheriff’s Family Gives Details on His Health and Hospitalization
Below is the letter from the Wilcher family to the Chatham County community giving more details about Sheriff John Wilcher’s health and his recent hospitalization. The Wilcher family would like to express our sincere gratitude for the incredible outpouring of support for Sheriff Wilcher. We feel your prayers. While at home Sunday morning, he experienced […]
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Hall County Official Indicted in Fraud Scheme
Hall County Solicitor General Stephanie Woodard has been indicted on 11 counts of theft by taking and 34 counts of false statements and writings. Woodard is accused of unlawfully obtaining funds from Hall County and the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia to cover personal and other expenses unrelated to her official duties. She also allegedly […]
