If you are heading to Tybee Island today, expect calm waters but keep an eye out for jellyfish. Ocean Rescue says swimming is safe overall, but the purple flag means stings are possible. What’s Happening: Tybee Island Ocean Rescue posted today’s conditions to help beachgoers plan their day. Between the Lines:The double flags tell the […]
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Cobb County Fall Break Camps 2025: Best Activities for Kids
Cobb County families won’t have to scramble for things to do during fall break. County officials have lined up a full slate of camps and activities for students while schools are out September 22 through 26. CampsAt the Mable House Arts Center, kids ages 5 to 14 can take part in Defying Gravity: Wicked Theater […]
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Coast Guard Beach Park To Begin Major Upgrades September 2
Coast Guard Beach Park on St. Simons will see big changes starting September 2 as Glynn County begins work to improve parking, drainage, and public spaces. What’s Happening: The project is aimed at making the popular park safer and easier to use. Impact On Visitors: Access will be limited while construction is underway. Looking Ahead: […]
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Glynn County Government Offices Closed Monday
Glynn County’s government offices will take Labor Day off. That means no zoning stamps, no tag renewals, and definitely no fun at the tax commissioner’s desk. What’s Happening: County administrative offices will close Monday, Sept. 1. They’ll reopen Tuesday, Sept. 2, at regular hours. Between the Lines: If you were planning to spend your holiday […]
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Georgia Man Gets 17-Years For Mobile Home Shooting
SUMMERVILLE — A Chattooga County jury convicted Thomas Nelson Tucker Jr., 64, of Menlo, on aggravated assault and firearm charges for firing multiple shots into a mobile home during a 2022 domestic dispute. What We Know: Jurors found Tucker guilty on three counts of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a […]
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Atlanta is Driving The South’s Apartment Boom In 2025
The South is leading the nation in apartment construction this year, with Atlanta at the center of the surge. Builders in the metro area are set to finish more than 17,500 new apartments in 2025, making it one of the largest housing growth markets in the country. Why It Matters: Renters in metro Atlanta are […]
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Atlanta Dogwood Festival Faces $250,000 Shortfall and Could End After 89 Years
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival, a spring tradition for nearly nine decades, is in danger of ending unless it raises $250,000 by Nov. 1. Organizers warn that without emergency support, the 90th anniversary scheduled for April 2026 will not happen. Why It Matters: The festival is Atlanta’s longest-running and largest fine arts event. Each year it […]
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Georgia Among Top 10 U.S. States Where Infants Are Vulnerable to Rotavirus
A new study revealed that Georgia has the ninth lowest rotavirus vaccine coverage among U.S. states. The study, conducted by Birth Injury Lawyers Group, analyzed data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s ChildVaxView Interactive Reports and the U.S. Census Bureau to determine average rotavirus vaccination rates across all 50 states among infants and […]
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Georgia Man Arrested After Answering His Door Naked
Deputies say a Coweta County man is facing charges after opening his front door without clothes in front of two delivery drivers over the weekend. What’s Happening: Deputies say two DoorDash drivers called 911 Saturday night after the man opened his door unclothed. Why It Matters: Delivery drivers already face safety risks on the job. […]
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Opinion: America Has A Gun Violence Problem, And Fighting Amongst Ourselves Gets Us Nowhere
In the decade since I first asked one of my reporters to cover America’s Gun Violence Epidemic, I can say with zero hesitation and immense frustration that The People have seen no progress. If anything, the two “Camps” on gun violence causality have dug in their heels even harder, and the resultant intransigence has helped […]
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Half of The Children Who Died of COVID Last Year Were Previously Healthy
The American Academy of Pediatrics released new COVID vaccination guidelines that strongly recommend the shots for all children between 6 months and 2 years of age. For the first time in 30 years, the Academy’s guidance differs from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which is no longer recommending the COVID vaccine for healthy, young […]
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Fire at Gwinnett Auto Shop: What We Know
Fire tore through a Duluth auto repair shop Monday afternoon, but everyone inside made it out safely. What Happened: Just before 2 p.m., Stefan International Car Service on Buford Highway reported a fire. Crews arrived within minutes to find heavy smoke and flames pouring from the single-story building. Between the Lines: Investigators say the fire […]
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Fire Hydrant Testing Starts Sept. 2 in Tifton
Crews with the Tifton Fire Department will begin flushing and inspecting fire hydrants next week—a routine process that could briefly turn your tap water cloudy or rusty. Why It Matters: Fire hydrant testing helps ensure firefighters can access enough water in emergencies. It’s also how the city finds and fixes hidden problems in the system—before […]
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Could a Democrat Win a State Senate Seat in Cherokee County?
Seven candidates are vying to replace former state Sen. Brandon Beach as the lawmaker representing a northern Atlanta suburban district in the Georgia Senate. Early voting concluded Friday in the district, which covers much of Cherokee County and extends into north Fulton County, and just under 12,000 voters have already cast a ballot for a […]
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Kemp Sends Georgia National Guard Out to Help ICE
The Georgia National Guard will deploy about 75 soldiers and airmen to help support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations across the state, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday. The request to support ICE in Georgia is not related to President Donald Trump’s recent decision to deploy National Guard troops in Washington, D.C. Kemp also […]
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Decatur Man Gets 9 Life Sentences for 2 Home Invasion Rapes
A Decatur man was sentenced to nine life sentences Monday after pleading guilty to raping two women during separate armed home invasions in Lithonia and Stone Mountain. What We Know: Nathan Leon Mullins admitted to charges including rape, aggravated sodomy, armed robbery, home invasion, aggravated assault, and firearm possession in two cases. In June 2019, […]
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Planning for Life After High School: Tips and Resources for Success
The transition from high school to the next chapter of life is a pivotal period for many young adults. Exploring future career options, obtaining further education, and gaining work experience are all crucial steps on this journey. Making informed decisions during these formative years can set the foundation for a successful career and personal life. […]
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Here Are The Candidates Running For Office in Roswell
After months of public pushback over transparency, development, and the future of one of Roswell’s most historic landmarks, voters are preparing to make their voices heard. Qualifying is now closed for the city’s November 4th election, and the ballot is set. At stake: the mayor’s seat and three city council posts. Every race is contested […]
