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Georgians Doing Good

‘Heroes Work Here’ signs placed outside metro Atlanta Healthcare facilities, police and fire departments

Thom Chandler - April 9, 2020 0

A Georgia sign company and a state senator have partnered to place signs outside of healthcare facilities, police departments and fire departments...

In The News

Fatal house fire claims life of 84-year-old Bibb County woman

Thom Chandler - April 9, 2020 0

An 84-year-old Bibb County woman died after her home caught fire just before 10 p.m. Wednesday. The Bibb County...

Your Community

Hall County property tax assessments delayed until May 1

Thom Chandler - April 9, 2020 0

In light of the coronavirus pandemic and its social distancing requirements, Hall County's tax bills -- which were supposed to be mailed...

Coronavirus

Georgia farmers brace for impact of COVID-19

Guest Author - April 9, 2020 0

Georgia produce farmers are used to fighting plant diseases on their crops, but planting resistant varieties or spraying pesticides won’t keep Coronavirus...

Georgia Politics

Georgia’s primary election has been postponed again

Thom Chandler - April 9, 2020 0

Georgia's primary election has been postponed once again due to the coronavirus pandemic. The new date for the primary, which will be...

Coronavirus

Georgia had the second-highest number of unemployment claims in the U.S. last week

Guest Author - April 9, 2020 0

More than 6.6 million Americans filed unemployment claims last week as more businesses were forced to lay off and furlough workers because...

Your Family

Rabies Alert: Rabid raccoon found in Hall County

Thom Chandler - March 30, 2020 0

Hall County has confirmed its first case of rabies in 2020. According to county officials, there was contact between...

Your Family

3 smart ways to use screen time while coronavirus keeps kids at home

Guest Author - March 19, 2020 0

Rebecca Dore, Ohio State University As families everywhere adjust to social distancing measures like closed schools and child care...

Your Family

Looking for something to do with the kids? Try a virtual visit to the Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Thom Chandler - March 18, 2020 0

For parents who have suddenly found themselves thrust into the role of primary educator for their now-homebound children, finding new educational activities...

Your Family

Ralston: Georgia’s maternal mortality rate is ‘completely unacceptable’

Guest Author - March 5, 2020 0

Low-income Georgia mothers would receive expanded Medicaid coverage after the birth of their babies under legislation introduced in the state House of...

Your Family

Coronavirus has spread to Georgia

Thom Chandler - March 2, 2020 0

Two cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Georgia. Gov. Brian Kemp said the two confirmed cases of coronavirus...

Your Family

The creator of VeggieTales is releasing a new Bible for toddlers and preschoolers this Easter

Thom Chandler - March 1, 2020 0

The creator of the popular children's institution, VeggieTales, is releasing a new Bible aimed at kids just in time for Easter.

Crime

Savannah Police search for clues in homicide of 20-year-old man

Thom Chandler - April 8, 2020 0

A 20-year-old Savannah man was shot and killed last night at about 7:30 p.m. on Emerald Drive in Savannah. Police are searching...

Crime

Argument between motorists in Eastman ends in gun shots

Thom Chandler - April 7, 2020 0

EASTMAN -- A dispute between two motorists seated in their cars ended in gunfire Monday afternoon in Eastman. According...

Crime

Georgia state trooper shoots 16-year-old who was driving a stolen vehicle

Thom Chandler - April 7, 2020 0

NORCROSS -- The GBI is investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred Tuesday morning at 1:25 a.m. on Indian Brook Way in...

Crime

Homicide in Alpharetta: What we know so far

Thom Chandler - April 7, 2020 0

ALPHARETTA -- New details have emerged about a homicide that occurred early Monday morning at a home on Nathan Circle in Alpharetta...

Crime

19-year-old arrested in early morning Alpharetta homicide

Thom Chandler - April 6, 2020 0

ALPHARETTA -- The Alpharetta Police Department has arrested and charged a 19-year-old suspect with murder and two counts of aggravated assault following...

Crime

Burglary suspect arrested while cooking stolen chicken on makeshift grill

Thom Chandler - April 6, 2020 0

MACON -- A macon man is in police custody after sheriff's department officials say he was caught on surveillance video robbing a...

Georgia Politics

Loeffler says she will liquidate investments in individual companies after stock-related controversy

Guest Author - April 8, 2020 0

U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, R-Ga., said Wednesday she is liquidating her family’s holdings in stocks in individual companies and moving those investments...

Georgia Politics

What is Crossover Day in Georgia?

Thom Chandler - March 12, 2020 0

Crossover Day for the state legislature is scheduled Thursday, March 12 this year. It is one of the busiest days for lawmakers...

Georgia Politics

Will this be the year the shoalie becomes Georgia’s official riverine sport fish?

Guest Author - March 12, 2020 0

Supporters of a fish that mostly calls Georgia’s rivers home say they hope this will be the year they finally reel in...

Georgia Politics

Power Struggle Under The Gold Dome: House votes to give itself more say in budget decisions

Guest Author - March 10, 2020 0

The Georgia House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed two bills Tuesday that would give the General Assembly more say over state spending and...

Georgia Politics

Democrats make push to take over Georgia state house in November

Guest Author - March 7, 2020 0

Georgia Democrats are off to a strong start in their bid to build on the electoral gains they made in congressional and...

Georgia Politics

Georgia election officials will have a public hearing on Athens-Clarke County’s decision to suspend use of new voting system

Thom Chandler - March 6, 2020 0

If you are an Athens-Clarke County resident who has an opinion on the county board of elections' decision to stop using the...

Norcross will start streaming city council meetings over Facebook Live

Thom Chandler - April 6, 2020 0

NORCROSS -- If you live in Norcross, you can find out what decisions your local elected officials are making and debating without...

DeKalb County will provide snacks for students during spring break

Thom Chandler - April 6, 2020 0

While the state of Georgia is under a shelter-in-place order, it is still Spring Break in DeKalb County. The county's recreation and...

Lawrenceville is offering assistance paying utility bills for residents impacted by coronavirus

Thom Chandler - April 4, 2020 0

LAWRENCEVILLE -- The city of Lawrenceville has worked out several options for residents who may be struggling to pay their monthly utility...

Entertainment

Georgia-based podcast ranked #1 Gospel Music Podcast

The Georgia Sun - January 7, 2020 0

MARIETTA -- Southern Gospel News Podcast, the audible voice of gospel music, has been named as the "#1 Gospel Music Podcast you Must Follow...

Entertainment

Andretti Indoor Karting closes Roswell location

Thom Chandler - January 3, 2020 0

ROSWELL -- Andretti Indoor Karting and Games, a popular destination for kids and parents, abruptly closed its location in Roswell Jan. 1...

Entertainment

Georgia’s favorite Christmas song is about snow

Thom Chandler - December 24, 2019 0

Georgia's favorite Christmas song comes with a touch of wistfulness and irony. VerizonSpecials.com recently released its list of the most popular Christmas...

Special Features

Georgia People

Remembering State Senator Jack Hill: ‘He truly cared about the people of Georgia’

Guest Author - April 7, 2020 0

Sen. Jack Hill was a humble grocer from rural Georgia who rose to become one of the state’s most powerful lawmakers.

Georgia People

Georgia state senator Jack Hill found dead in his office at 75

Guest Author - April 6, 2020 0

Sen. Jack Hill, one of the longest-serving members of the General Assembly, who led efforts in the Senate to draft the state’s...

Georgia People

Long-time Griffin Fire Chief to hang up his boots

The Georgia Sun - February 21, 2020 0

GRIFFIN -- City of Griffin Fire Chief Tommy Jones will retire after over 32 years of service to the community.

Georgia People

Meet Georgia’s new acting public safety commissioner

Thom Chandler - February 19, 2020 0

Former Tift County Sheriff Gary Vowell has been tapped to fill Georgia's public safety chief post after former public safety commissioner Col....

Georgia People

Meet the new dean of UGA’s Tifton Campus

Guest Author - February 14, 2020 0

Michael Toews has been named assistant dean of the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences to oversee the Tifton...

Georgia Places

VIDEO: Here are the 5 most expensive homes on the market in Atlanta

The Georgia Sun - February 13, 2020 0

From a 1930s estate that could easily host one of The Great Gatsby's famous parties to a more modern mansion that Count...

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