More than half a million Georgians are enrolled in the state’s health insurance exchange for next year, a more than 10 percent increase from 2020. The increase is partly due to many people signing up after losing their jobs and their employer-based health insurance. The insurance exchange was created by the Affordable Care Act for those […]
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Georgia elections chief wants to end no-excuse absentee voting
On the heels of three elections that have seen a massive influx in voting by absentee ballot, Georgia’s Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says he is open to ending the state’s no-excuse absentee voting in favor of going back to requiring absentee voters to provide a reason for not voting in person. For the […]
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How much would the gifts in The 12 Days of Christmas cost in 2020?
The annual cost of the gifts given by the “True Love” in the song “The 12 Days of Christmas” is out, and this year the cost has dropped drastically due to the coronavirus pandemic. The cost of the items is calculated and released each year by PNC and is known as the Christmas Price Index. […]
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Will it snow in Georgia on Christmas Eve?
Snow on Christmas in the holy grail of Georgia residents. In the Peach State, snow is usually relegated to the beginning of the year and rarely occurs late enough that there would still be snow on the ground Christmas Day. Weather forecasts last week showed a slight possibility of snow in Georgia on Christmas Day, […]
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7-year-old girl shot near Phipps Plaza
ATLANTA — Police are investigating the shooting of a 7-year-old who was riding in a car with a relative. According to the Atlanta Police Department, officers responded to Scottish Rite Hospital at about 9 p.m. Monday to a call about a child being shot. At the hospital investigators spoke to the child’s aunt who informed […]
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Expect wet weather on Christmas Eve in Georgia
While a large winter storm will usher in a blast of Arctic air into the eastern U.S. around the holiday this week, heavy rain, gusty winds and even some locally strong thunderstorms will threaten to dampen the holiday first. “A potent storm will slowly move across much of the eastern U.S. Christmas Eve during the day […]
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How to keep your holiday plants healthy all year
As vibrant holiday plants begin to adorn the shelves of hardware stores, grocery stores and garden centers, consumers are attracted to the pinks, reds and whites atop deep green foliage, which add festive pops of color in winter homes. The appearance of plants like poinsettias and Christmas cacti usher in the holiday season and we […]
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Arrest made in slaying of 41-year-old Valdosta woman found in woods
ADEL — An arrest has been made in connection with the slaying of 41-year-old Valdosta resident Tenesha Mordon. Mordon’s body was found in a wooded area near Adel Dec. 19. On Saturday, Dec. 19, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and Adel Police Department arrested 32-year-old Lebray Berrian. According to the GBI, at about 4 p.m., […]
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How to see the ‘Christmas Star’ tonight in Georgia
As tumultuous as the year 2020 has been, wrapping it up by looking to the skies and seeing the “Christmas Star” may provide the glimmer of hope the world is desperate for as the year winds down. If you’re not familiar, the Christmas Star event expected tonight refers to the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn, […]
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Need some quick holiday snack ideas?
(Family Features) The holidays are filled with delicious food – from indulgent breakfasts to decadent desserts – but snacks can get overlooked. Spice up this holiday season with festive snacks that are perfect for a quick on-the-go bite or a taste of your favorite holiday dessert. Although beloved in pie, pecans are a versatile nut […]
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Drug deal at South Fulton park thwarted
SOUTH FULTON — The South Fulton Police Department reports a drug deal was busted by a park ranger at a local park Saturday. Police say as the Park Ranger Unit was patrolling Cliftondale Park, a felony drug sale was thwarted. Several suspects took off running; however, one suspect was taken into custody. Nearly two ounces […]
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The Bremen Santa Parade has been rescheduled
BREMEN — The City of Bremen’s Santa Parade — originally scheduled for tonight — has been rescheduled to Monday night due to rain in the forecast. The city is asking residents who live on a dead end street to come to a close intersection to see the parade as they will not be able to […]
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Cobb County man killed by SWAT team identified
The Cobb County man who was killed by a SWAT team early Thursday morning has been identified. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, the man was 49-year-old Johnny Bolton of Austell. The GBI also released information that the warrant served was a no-knock warrant. According to the GBI, preliminary information indicates that on Thursday, […]
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The Sunrise Report: T’was the weekend before Christmas
I know it seems like it should still be April or May, but we’ve arrived at the weekend before Christmas. It is a time for Christmas traditions and family. The daily headlines probably aren’t at the top of your list of priorities, but here they are anyway for those of you who are interested. Today’s […]
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How to make one simple ingredient the star of your holiday meal
(StatePoint) When planning your holiday menu, consider selecting one ingredient to be the star of the show. Not only is this a good way to simplify your shopping list during a busy time of year, it will unify your meal with complementary flavors. Need some inspiration? Consider sweet tea. Not just a hot or cold […]
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Harris County mourns unexpected death of first grade teacher
Parents, teachers and students in Harris County are mourning the unexpected loss of a Park Elementary School teacher who had been teaching in the school district for 22 years. On Dec. 15, the Harris County School District learned of the death of first grade teacher Karon Grant. “Though I’m only in my second full year […]
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ByoPlanet expansion to bring 250 jobs to Athens
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp today announced that ByoPlanet International, a leading producer of electrostatic spray technology, is investing nearly $7 million in expanding its Georgia manufacturing operations, delivering 250 jobs to Athens-Clarke County. “It’s a pleasure to see ByoPlanet International continue to grow their footprint in Athens,” Kemp said. “With a spray system born from […]
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Should businesses be protected from coronavirus-related lawsuits?
A wrongful death lawsuit filed in connection with a Tyson meat packing facility in Iowa alleged that managers secretly took bets on how many employees would get sick from COVID-19. Tyson fired seven managers at the Waterloo pork processing plant following an independent investigation into the betting allegations and a wave of national publicity. But labor advocates […]
