They’re big. They’re yellow. And starting Monday, they’ll be everywhere. 🚌 Why It Matters: More than 135,000 students rely on Gwinnett County’s buses to get to school every day. That means parents, commuters, and neighborhoods need to brace for the early-morning and mid-afternoon traffic that comes with it. 🚦 What’s Happening: Gwinnett County Public Schools’ […]
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Port of Savannah Record Growth Fuels East Coast Market Share
The Georgia Ports Authority moved 5.7 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) during the last fiscal year, an 8.6% increase over fiscal 2024, the agency reported Tuesday. The Port of Savannah accounted for most of that growth, posting its second busiest year on record. “Georgia ports continue to grow U.S. East Coast market share,” said Griff […]
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Fifth Candidate in Georgia District 21 Senate Race Backs Term Limits for Congress
Jason Dickerson is the latest candidate in Georgia’s 21st Senate District to sign onto a plan that would force Congress to face what many voters have long demanded—limits on how long lawmakers can stay in office. 🧭 Why It Matters: It’s a local race, but it taps into a national frustration. With confidence in Congress […]
Posted inWeather
Finally! A Cold Front Will Sweep Through Georgia Later This Week
After weeks of wilting in Georgia’s signature summer sauna, residents can finally stop fantasizing about moving to Alaska. 🌡️ Why It Matters: A cold front is crashing the heat party just in time for the weekend, promising the kind of temperature drop that will make Georgians forget about the last two weeks worth of hellacious […]
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Extreme Heat Warning: Georgia Temperatures Will Feel Like 112 Degrees Today
The National Weather Service is warning Georgia residents to brace for another day of potentially dangerous heat, with temperatures feeling like 112 degrees in some areas. 🌡️ Why It Matters: Heat indices this high can cause heat exhaustion or heat stroke, especially for people working outdoors, elderly residents, and children. The warning affects millions across […]
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Back to School: What’s New at Glynn County Schools This Year?
Glynn County’s youngest students will need to find new ways to pass time at lunch as the district implements Georgia’s sweeping cell phone ban starting this school year. 📚 What’s Happening: Georgia’s Distraction-Free Education Act requires all K-8 students to keep phones, tablets and smartwatches turned off and stored away during class, lunch and recess. […]
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Marietta Man Used Facebook and Instagram in Dating Scheme to Swindle Women
A Georgia man has been convicted in a Louisiana federal court for his role in a scheme that involved stringing along women online then extracting millions of dollars from them. During a four-day trial, prosecutors presented evidence that Kenneth G. Akpieyi, 44, played a key role in defrauding women by connecting them with romantic partners […]
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How AI Resurrected a Brazilian Funk Track
Originally released in 2015 by Brazilian funk artist MC Jhey, “Predador de Perereca” was a bold and explicit entry into Brazil’s funk scene. Known for its provocative lyrics and infectious rhythm, the song remained a local oddity for nearly a decade—until it unexpectedly went viral through the emerging creative force of artificial intelligence. In June […]
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What is Love Island?
Love Island is a wildly popular reality TV show that originated in the United Kingdom and has since spawned international versions across the globe, in countries like the United States and Australia. The premise is simple yet addictive: a group of singles, referred to as “islanders,” live together in a luxurious villa, completely cut off […]
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An Ode to Long Distance Friends
Having a long distance friend is something most people will experience throughout their lifetime. As we grow up, move away, enter the workforce, and then move again, friendships are tested by space and time. And yet, very few are truly capable of maintaining long distance best friendships. The kind where someone knows every detail of […]
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Navigating Leo Season: Love, Risk, and Mercury Retrograde Challenges
Sun in Leo – You’re being called to shine, create, and express your boldest self. This is a week about confidence and stepping into the spotlight. Mercury Retrograde continues (in Leo) – Expect delays, misunderstandings, or the return of old conversations, exes, or unfinished projects. Venus trine Uranus (July 31) – Surprise connections, liberating romance, […]
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Georgia On Demand: How Comcast’s StreamSaver and StreamStore Are Changing the Game for Streamers
In a state known for peaches, film sets, and fast-growing tech hubs, Comcast is planting the seeds of a new kind of entertainment experience—one that’s smarter, simpler, and tailor-made for the modern streamer. With the launch of Xfinity StreamSaver and the brand-new StreamStore, Comcast is redefining how Georgians—and viewers across the country—discover, manage, and enjoy […]
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Columbus Closes Downtown Street For Crane Work Next Week
A section of 1st Avenue in downtown Columbus will shut down for five days next week as crews disassemble construction equipment at the Judicial Center project. 🚧 Why It Matters: The closure will force drivers to find alternate routes through downtown during morning and evening rush hours, potentially adding time to commutes for anyone traveling […]
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Another Republican Enters The Race to Unseat Jon Ossoff
A second Republican congressman has joined the race to unseat U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff next year. In a brief announcement on social media Monday, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, R-Jackson, joined fellow GOP Rep. Buddy Carter, R-St. Simons, in the campaign to replace Democrat Ossoff with a Republican. Currently, both of Georgia’s Senate seats are held […]
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Savannah Opens Cooling Centers as Heat Index Hits 115 Degrees
Savannah residents have multiple options to escape dangerous heat conditions today as the National Weather Service warns temperatures could feel like 115 degrees. 🌡️ Why It Matters: Extreme heat can be deadly, especially for children, elderly residents, and people without reliable air conditioning. The city is mobilizing resources to keep people safe during what forecasters […]
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Cyclist Dies After Medical Emergency on Rome Trail
A bike rider died Sunday morning after suffering a medical emergency on the downtown Rome walking trail. What Happened: Emergency crews rushed to the trail behind the Courtyard Rome Riverwalk around 10:43 a.m. after 911 calls reported a cyclist had crashed and stopped breathing.• People nearby started CPR before paramedics arrived• The man died at […]
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Six Flags Over Georgia Offers Access to 40 Parks with 2026 Season Pass
Six Flags Over Georgia will give season pass holders access to more than 40 parks across three countries with its 2026 season pass. The special offer celebrates the first anniversary of the merger between Cedar Fair and Six Flags. The Georgia park announced the limited-time benefit that includes unlimited access to all Six Flags Entertainment […]
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Health Care in Georgia is Abysmal. Do You Care?
Georgians face some of the nation’s worst health care challenges, with the state ranking 48th overall in a new national study examining cost, access and quality of medical services. 🏥 Why It Matters: Nearly half of Georgia adults lack health insurance, and residents struggle to find doctors and hospital beds when they need care most. […]
