Cobb County’s top court clerk has been sidelined after being indicted on charges tied to tampering with public records. Governor Brian Kemp issued an executive order Friday (Aug. 29) suspending Connie Mae Taylor, Clerk of the Superior Court of Cobb County, from office effective immediately. The suspension will remain in place until the case is […]
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Gunfire, SWAT, and a Motel 6 Standoff in Glynn County
A late-night welfare check in Brunswick turned into a dangerous standoff after a man opened fire on police officers at a Motel 6, according to the Glynn County Police Department. What Happened When patrol officers arrived, they say 58-year-old David Kevin Griffis pulled a handgun and fired several shots at them. None of the officers […]
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Power Outages Hit Jackson After Early Morning Tree Fall
JACKSON — A large tree crashed across Franklin Street in Jackson early Saturday morning, taking down three utility poles and leaving some residents without electricity. City officials confirmed the damage around 8:45 a.m., noting that households near Red Devil Hill are the most likely to experience outages while repairs are underway. Police have blocked off […]
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A New Arena Will Replace The Macon Coliseum
Macon-Bibb leaders say a new arena is on the way, a move they believe will change how Central Georgia draws tourists and dollars. Officials expect the project to be finished in 2028. What’s Happening: The county has asked for design plans and will choose a team of architects and engineers in the coming weeks. The […]
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Family Violence in Warner Robins: 3 Dead
WARNER ROBINS — Three people are dead after a shooting early Saturday morning at the Bradford Place Apartments on Tom Chapman Boulevard. When Warner Robins Police officers arrived at the apartment complex, they found two people already dead from gunshot wounds. A third victim was rushed to a local hospital but later died from injuries. […]
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Labor Day Weekend Weather for Georgia
If you’re planning cookouts, fireworks, or lake days this Labor Day weekend, the weather looks pretty manageable—but don’t leave your umbrella too far from reach. The Forecast What This Means for Your Weekend Plans Safety Reminder If storms pop up, especially with lightning, move indoors until they pass. Most showers will be hit-or-miss and short-lived, […]
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Armed Shooter Reported at UGA Main Library: Police Suspect Hoax
Update 10:39 p.m.: UGA officials have given the all clear and have confirmed there is not an emergency on campus. The original article is below. The University of Georgia issued an emergency alert Friday night about a possible armed shooter at the Main Library on the Athens campus. Police now say evidence suggests the report […]
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Rabies Alert in Hall County: What We Know
Hall County officials have issued a rabies alert after a person came into contact with a rabid cat in the Gillsville area. The incident happened in the 4000 block of Campground Drive. The cat was tested at the Georgia Public Health Lab in Decatur, which confirmed the rabies diagnosis on Friday, August 29. Animal Control […]
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Labor Day Office Closures in Harris County
If you’ve got county business or garbage to toss, plan ahead. Harris County offices will take a day off for Labor Day on Monday, September 1. That includes: Everything reopens the next day, Tuesday, September 2. For residents with Monday trash pickup, your service is bumped one day later. Expect collection on Tuesday, September 2 […]
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Wilkinson County Elementary Hosting Scholastic Book Fair Next Week
IRWINTON — Wilkinson County Elementary School is getting ready to turn reading into a full-blown celebration. From September 2 through September 5, the school will host its annual Scholastic Book Fair, giving students and families the chance to stock up on everything from bestselling series to quirky erasers shaped like tacos. The fair will feature: […]
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Kemp Will Boost Dooley for Senate Before UGA Football Game
Gov. Brian Kemp will promote Derek Dooley‘s bid to dislodge Democrat Jon Ossoff from the U.S. Senate by appearing with the Republican candidate Saturday before the University of Georgia game against Marshall University at Sanford Stadium. The football coach and son of legendary Bulldogs coach and athletic director Vince Dooley formally entered the GOP primary […]
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How Are Washington County Schools Prepared for An Emergency?
Washington County Public Schools in Georgia just announced a major update to campus safety: the district has officially launched the Centegix Crisis Alert System in every school. The move, shared Friday afternoon, comes as part of the district’s push to make sure students and staff feel safe and protected during the school day. What’s new […]
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First Look: Azalea Fresh Market at Five Points
Two and a half years after Mayor Andre Dickens promised to take on Atlanta’s food deserts, the city’s vision for a municipal grocery store is finally taking shape. 📍 Azalea Fresh Market is opening soon at Five Points—bringing: The store is expected to: This is a first-of-its-kind partnership between the City of Atlanta, Invest Atlanta, […]
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Georgia’s Outdoorsy Girls’ Weekend Returns: Become an Outdoors Woman
Looking to swap your weekend scroll time for some real-life adventure? The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is bringing back its 14th Annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Workshop from October 31 to November 2, 2025, at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center in Mansfield. This isn’t your typical retreat with yoga mats and mimosas. Instead, […]
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Missing Person: Help Locate Norcross Man Marcus Thornton
NORCROSS — The family of 21-year-old Marcus Thornton reported him missing Thursday after he was last seen near Peachtree Industrial Boulevard and Miller Drive in Norcross. What We Know: Thornton was last seen wearing a black scarf, a black short-sleeve collared shirt, black tights and black Crocs, according to his family. He is described as […]
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Will Trader Joe’s Be Open on Labor Day 2025?
If you’re suddenly missing snacks or forgot to stock up on that obscure specialty item before the long weekend, Trader Joe’s has your back. Labor Day lands on Monday, September 1, and just so that someone can still buy snacks while government offices nap, Trader Joe’s stores will be open during regular business hours—roughly 8 a.m. to […]
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Could Legalized Gambling Allow Georgia to Eliminate State Income Tax?
For more than a decade, supporters of legalizing gambling in Georgia have pitched casinos, pari-mutuel betting on horse racing, and – more recently – sports betting to the General Assembly but come up snake eyes. But gaming industry lobbyists and their legislative allies believe 2026 could be different because Georgia faces several daunting financial challenges […]
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Will PetSmart Be Open on Labor Day 2025?
Pet owners who need food or supplies on Labor Day won’t be left searching. PetSmart stores will be open on Monday, September 1. Most stores will follow a holiday schedule, opening at 9 a.m. and closing earlier than usual, around 6 p.m. Regular weekday hours often run until 9 p.m., so shoppers should plan ahead. […]
