On January 23, 1984, a 4-year-old boy padded downstairs in his pajamas to say goodnight to his Daddy. He stopped, mid-step, transfixed by the television. There, on the screen, was a man who looked larger than life— blonde, mustachioed, and holding a golden belt high above his head. The boy’s Daddy patted the couch and […]
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Roswell Man Gets Prison Time for Threatening Former FBI Director Online
It started with a post — angry, reckless, and public. A man in Roswell, sitting behind a screen, typed out a threat that would echo far beyond the dark corners of the internet. Now, he’s facing 17 months in federal prison. 💻 What Happened: According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, 35-year-old John Woodbury posted a […]
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Georgia Native Hulk Hogan Dies at 71
He slammed a giant, went toe to toe with legends like Ric Flair and Randy Savage, and turned a carnival sport into a mainstream spectacle. Hulk Hogan died today. He was 71. The story of the icon began not with a roar, but with a quiet fact: Terry Gene Bollea, was born in Augusta, Georgia. […]
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Pilgrim’s Food Plant in Northwest Georgia Will Bring 630 Jobs
A leading food company will build a plant to produce prepared foods in Northwest Georgia, a $400 million investment expected to create more than 630 jobs when at full capacity, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday. The new Pilgrim’s plant will be located in Walker County, with hiring expected to begin in 2027. “Georgia’s No.-1 industry […]
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These Georgia Counties Are Seeing the Biggest Pay Bumps
Paychecks are getting bigger across Georgia, but a new study shows the boom isn’t hitting every county equally, with communities ringing the Atlanta metro area seeing the most dramatic gains. 📈 Why It Matters: The rankings from financial technology company SmartAsset offer a snapshot of where economic opportunity is growing fastest. The data reveals which […]
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What’s New at Gwinnett County Schools For the 2025 School Year?
While students were enjoying their summer break, construction crews were busy across Gwinnett County, giving dozens of schools a refresh before the first bell rings in August. 🏫 Why It Matters: These projects were funded by the voter-approved E-SPLOST sales tax and bonds. 🏗️ The Big Projects: According to Gwinnett County Public Schools, Archer High […]
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Cobb County Taxes Are Going Up: What You Need to Know
Your property tax bill is likely going up. Cobb County leaders voted to keep the tax rate the same, but rising home values mean you’ll probably pay more. 💰 Why It Matters: This decision affects your wallet. It also determines funding for essential services like police, fire departments, and road maintenance for the next year. […]
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Is it Easier to Talk to AI Than Your Doctor?
Forget Dr. Google, Americans are turning to artificial intelligence for their health needs.According to a survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, a little more than a third (35%) already use AI to learn about and manage aspects of their health and wellness. The top uses for this technology include: to get insight into specific medical conditions […]
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Fulton County Public Health Restores HIV Prevention Jobs After Layoffs
The Fulton County Board of Health will restore at least 14 jobs in HIV prevention and sexual health after laying off workers in May citing a lack of federal funding, officials told Healthbeat on Wednesday. The layoffs of 17 workers came amid delays in funding for HIV initiatives to state and local health departments from […]
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Flordia Deputy Arrested in Roswell on Child Sex Abuse Charges
A Miami-Dade Sheriff’s deputy was arrested in Roswell and is facing federal charges that she produced and received child sexual abuse material, some of which was allegedly created in Atlanta. FBI Atlanta agents took 51-year-old Carle Miranda Blum into custody in the north Fulton suburb. She is accused of producing child porn involving herself and […]
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Suspect in Savannah Murder Arrested in Alabama
A man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting in Savannah last month has been arrested nearly 200 miles away in Alabama, bringing a major break in the month-old homicide case. Why It Matters: The arrest of a suspect provides a significant development for residents in the Waters Avenue area, where the shooting occurred. For […]
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37 Georgia Nursing Homes Could Shut Down Due to Medicaid Cuts
Cuts to Medicaid contained in President Donald Trump’s new budget bill put 37 Georgia nursing homes at risk of closing, according to a study released by Brown University’s School of Public Health. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office reported that the legislation, which the Republican-controlled Congress passed this month, will slash Medicaid by $1 trillion during […]
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How Will Funding Cuts to Public Broadcasting Impact Georgia?
When Congress yanked $1.1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting with the Rescissions Act of 2025 (H.R. 4), it wasn’t just big names like PBS and NPR that lost support—it threatened Georgia Public Broadcasting’s 65-year role as Georgia’s public media anchor. 💥 GPB Funding Update In a historic and challenging move, Congress voted to defund […]
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Back To The Future: What Are The Top 3 Cities in Georgia For an 80s Childhood?
A new survey of over 3,000 parents has crowned three Georgia communities as prime real estate for recreating those mythical childhoods where kids actually played outside until the streetlights came on. 🎯 What’s Happening: We Buy Houses In Denver surveyed parents nationwide about the best places for “80s-style childhoods” — think bicycle adventures, wandering near […]
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Kelvin King Enters Race for Georgia Secretary of State
Atlanta businessman and Air Force veteran Kelvin King has entered the race for Georgia secretary of state. King, who unsuccessfully sought the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate three years ago, announced his candidacy for secretary of state Tuesday in an op-ed in James Magazine Online. “I’ve spent my life serving this country through service […]
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The Georgia Sheriff Who Writes Bedtime Stories
Most sheriffs spend their days thinking about crime statistics and patrol schedules. Reginald B. Scandrett thinks about encouraging children to become heroes in their communities. Henry County’s first African American sheriff has written a children’s book. Not a memoir about breaking barriers or a procedural guide to law enforcement—a story about a sheriff who sits […]
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Former DeKalb Jailer Faces Felony Charges After Jail Assault
A former DeKalb County detention officer was arrested on felony charges after an alleged assault involving an inmate at the county jail earlier this month, according to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office says the officer, who was fired after his arrest, is now out on bond. 🔎 What’s Happening: The DeKalb County […]
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Dog Rescued From Hot Car in Forsyth County, Owner Arrested
A small dog was rescued from a parked car in Forsyth County after a bystander spotted the animal in distress and called for help, according to a report from the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office. The dog’s owner was arrested and charged with cruelty to animals. 🐾 Why It Matters: Leaving pets in hot cars can […]
