A study in 2016 found that nearly 60% of people who had been arrested reported experiencing symptoms of PTSD. This is not surprising when you consider the trauma of being handcuffed, placed in the back of a police car, and booked into jail. Even if you are ultimately cleared of any charges, the experience of […]
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Gifts for Friends That Help Them Relax and De-Stress
There are few things in life as gratifying as giving a good gift. And when that gift happens to be something that will help your friends relax and de-stress, even better. If you’re looking for ideas on what to give your friends this year, consider one of these gifts to help them take a break […]
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Brian Kemp Wants to Give You a Tax Rebate if He Wins Reelection
Gov. Brian Kemp announced tax rebate proposals on Thursday in Atlanta. (photo credit: Rebecca Grapevine)ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday he plans to issue around $2 billion in income and property tax rebates to Georgians next year – if he …
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Here’s how you can learn more about the Mableton Cityhood movement
Residents of the proposed city of Mableton can learn more about the cityhood movement at a community forum from 6:30 -to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, at the Cobb County PoliceTraining Academy at 2435 East-West Connector, Austell. Representatives from several Cobb County departments will answer questions, including the Department of Transportation, PARKS, Economic Development, Code Enforcement and the county’s chief financial officer. If you […]
Posted inEducation
A Guide To Passing Advanced Exams
Are you overwhelmed by the number of advanced exams you need to pass? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Many students feel this way, especially when they’re just starting. But with the right strategy and preparation, you can pass any advanced exam with flying colors. The first step is to understand what the exam is all […]
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Atlanta is among the top cities in the U.S. to buy a fixer-upper
Challenged by the unrelentingly hot U.S. market, first-time and experienced buyers alike may find that the effort of fixing up a home can certainly pay off. Buying a home that needs extensive remodeling can in fact fetch a handsome discount, but it depends a lot on where you’re looking to buy. If Atlanta is on your radar for […]
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Georgia man wanted for shooting at an FBI agent turns himself in after manhunt
COLUMBUS — A man who was wanted for his involvement shooting at an FBI agent and who was the subject of a dayslong manhunt has turned himself in. According to the FBI, Joshuia Johnathon Luke Brown is now in custody. He was wanted for his alleged involvement in the firing of multiple rounds at an […]
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Valdosta’s first Main Street Pup Crawl was a success
VALDOSTA — More than 200 people and their fur pals participated in Valdosta Main Street’s first annual Pup Crawl on August 5. The event was intended to provide a new opportunity to bring people downtown. “The pup crawl entices various groups of shoppers to embrace their love of animals and realize Downtown Valdosta is a […]
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Are you experiencing burnout at work? Most Georgia workers have been burned out since June
Thanks to technology that has made us reachable whenever, wherever, many peoples’ jobs have morphed into round-the-clock activities, and remote working has made it even more difficult to unplug. Phones are set to mirror work-related email and calendar notifications — even after hours. But this continual hustle can result in chronic workplace stress, leading to […]
Posted inTraffic & Transportation
Gwinnett police search for hit and run driver in pedestrian fatality
NORCROSS — Gwinnett County Police are asking for information on a hit and run fatality that took place Aug. 2 in Norcross. A pedestrian was killed after being hit by a vehicle at about 10:30 p.m. at the intersection of Singleton Road and Harbins Ridge Drive. According to police, the vehicle fled the scene. The police […]
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Georgia in Top 10 Nationally for Home Foreclosures
Demand for single-family homes surged in the past two years, as the coronavirus pandemic prompted people to look for more living space.
Posted inCoronavirus
Stacey Abrams Tests Positive for Coronavirus
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams has tested positive for COVID-19, her campaign announced Wednesday. Abrams, who is challenging Republican Gov. Brian Kemp’s bid for a second term, tested positive for the virus Wednesday morning after testing negative both Monday and Tuesday. “She is fully vaccinated and boosted and experiencing mild symptoms,” according to a statement […]
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Two arrested in shooting of 18-year-old in Austell
AUSTELL — Cobb County Detectives have charged 18-year-olds Joshua Cogan and Isiah Jones with the robbery and shooting of 18-year-old Trinity Patterson on Aug. 9. According to the Cobb County Police Department, officers were dispatched to an apartment on Riverside Parkway regarding a person shot at about 3:11 p.m. They found Trinity Patterson inside the apartment suffering from at least three […]
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Two DeKalb day care workers charged with cruelty to children
Two DeKalb County day care workers were arrested and charged with cruelty to children after a child’s mother reported what she saw on a video. The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office reports that the two suspects have surrendered without incident to the custody of the DeKalb County Jail. Warrants were issued on July 28 by the […]
Posted inEvents
Don’t miss the Wings over North Georgia 10th anniversary air show
The 2022 Wings Over North Georgia Air Show will host its 10th-anniversary air show Oct. 15-16 at Russell Regional Airport in Rome.
Posted inSports
UGA’s Sanford Stadium will get $68.5 million worth of upgrades
The home of the national champion Georgia Bulldogs is getting some upgrades.
Posted inYour Government
Georgia Republicans double down on support for Trump after FBI searches Mar-a-Lago
Republicans in Congress fumed Tuesday in reaction to former President Donald Trump’s Monday evening statement that the FBI executed a search warrant at Mar-a-Lago, his home in Palm Beach, Florida.
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Sexual assault suspect shot by Atlanta Police
An Atlanta police officer shot a man police say was a suspect in a reported sexual assault at an apartment complex.
