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Georgia Drought Worsens and Weekend Rain Won’t Bring Relief
Dry conditions are getting worse across western Georgia and metro Atlanta, and the rain expected this weekend won’t be enough to help. What’s Happening: Moderate and severe drought conditions have expanded across western Georgia over the past week because of low rainfall. By the Numbers: The U.S. Drought Monitor shows drought conditions now cover more […]
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Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run in Richmond County
A person walking on Horseshoe Road died Thursday night after being hit by a driver who left the scene. What It Means For You: The driver is still out there, and police are asking anyone who saw what happened around 9 p.m. on October 16 to come forward with information. What’s Happening: Richmond County Sheriff’s […]
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Urgent Search Underway for Missing South Georgia Man With Dementia
Johnson County authorities are searching for James Tompkins, a 67-year-old man with dementia who disappeared this morning while walking along Georgia Highway 15 North. What It Means For You: If you live or drive near the Johnson and Washington County line, watch for an older man with long gray hair wearing only a t-shirt and […]
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Georgia Landlords Ranked Among Nation’s Worst
Georgia renters are filing complaints, facing common rental problems, and dealing with landlords who rank near the bottom nationally, according to a new survey of renters across 48 states. What It Means For You: If you rent in Georgia, you’re statistically more likely to file a formal complaint against your landlord and less likely to […]
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UGA Pulled Pork Wins Title For Best Tailgate Food
Every fall Saturday in Athens, before the first whistle blows between the hedges, there’s another competition already underway. It happens in parking lots and under tents, where smokers hiss and grills glow, where the air thickens with hickory and the kind of pride that doesn’t need a scoreboard. This year, according to a survey of […]
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Georgians Say No to AI in Healthcare Jobs
Georgians have decided where the line is. And it runs straight through the emergency room. A new survey of more than 4,000 respondents across the country shows that 92% of Georgians believe some jobs should never be handed over to artificial intelligence — no matter how smart the software gets. At the top of that […]
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Smucker’s Sues Trader Joe’s Over Suspiciously Similar Sandwich Circles
Big Peanut Butter has entered the legal arena, and it’s bringing receipts about crimped edges. Why It Matters: The J.M. Smucker Co. is taking Trader Joe’s to federal court over frozen PB&J sandwiches, claiming the grocery chain’s crustless circles are copycats of its billion-dollar Uncrustables brand—proving that even in the freezer aisle, intellectual property battles […]
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Who Will Be Hurt The Most By Health Insurance Price Hikes?
The health insurance that 694,000 Georgians bought this year won’t exist at the same price in two weeks when open enrollment begins. 🎯 Why It Matters: More than half the people in Georgia who get subsidized health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplace will lose their coverage because they can’t afford it anymore. That’s […]
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How to Get Rid of Old Medication in Gwinnett County
Gwinnett County Police now have drop boxes at every precinct where you can safely throw away old or unwanted prescription drugs. What It Means For You: You no longer have to flush pills down the toilet or toss them in the trash. Both methods can harm the environment or put your family at risk if […]
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Belly Restaurant in Atlanta Fails Health Inspection
Belly Restaurant and Lounge in Midtown Atlanta failed its latest health inspection with a score of 63 after inspectors found moldy food, dirty equipment, and roaches in the kitchen. What It Means For You: If you’ve eaten at this Peachtree Street restaurant recently or planned to visit, you should know the kitchen had serious food […]
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A New Publix Shopping Center is Coming to Woodstock
A new shopping center with a Publix grocery store is coming to Woodstock after a developer bought 11 acres of land along Towne Lake Parkway. What It Means For You: You’ll have a new place to shop for groceries and other items starting in late 2026. The center will bring more stores and jobs to […]
Posted inPublic Safety
Troup County Jail Inmate Dies at Hospital After Mental Health Episode
A man held at the Troup County jail died at the hospital this week after staff noticed he was having mental health problems. What Happened: 56-year-old Jody Wilson, appeared to be having a mental health crisis on Oct. 14. Jail medical staff checked him and sent him to the hospital. The next morning, hospital workers […]
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Escaped Spalding County Inmate Caught After Hours on the Run
An inmate who escaped from a Spalding County work detail Wednesday afternoon is back in custody after deputies caught him at a home in Upson County. What It Means For You: The manhunt that prompted warnings to residents in the Logtown Road area is over, and law enforcement says there is no longer a threat […]
Posted inEducation
DeKalb Schools Chief Resigns After Federal Indictment
The superintendent of DeKalb County’s school system is out after a federal indictment caught up with him from his previous district. 🎯 Why It Matters: The sudden leadership change affects more than 90,000 students and comes as the district navigates major initiatives like redrawing school attendance zones. 📋 What’s Happening: The DeKalb County Board of […]
Posted inGeorgia Places
Where to Find Georgia’s Best Fall Views
A new survey asked travelers where they’ve seen the most stunning autumn colors in America. In Georgia, all three winners sit within an hour of each other in the northeast mountains. 🍂 Why It Matters: Peak fall color only lasts a few weeks. Knowing which overlooks deliver the best views means you won’t waste a […]
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Boyfriend Admits to Killing Missing Mableton Woman Found Buried in Atlanta
A son’s unanswered calls led to a parking lot, then a confession, then a grave. Why It Matters: Tange Davis was killed by someone she knew while he was already facing charges for violence against her — a pattern that advocates say reflects gaps in how the system protects domestic violence survivors. What Happened: On […]
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Atlanta Airport Refuses to Show Propaganda Video Blaming Democrats For Government Shutdown
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport will not play a new government video that blames one political party for the shutdown. Several other airports across the country are making the same choice. What’s Happening: The Department of Homeland Security made a video featuring Secretary Kristi Noem. The video says Democrats in Congress refuse to fund the government, […]
