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Governor Kemp extends State of Emergency
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has extended the State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Debby to August 20. The Governor issued an Executive Order on Wednesday, August 15. “To ensure Georgians still dealing with the after effects of Tropical Storm Debby have our full support, I have extended the State of Emergency […]
DEA uncovers $3.2 million worth of meth hidden in celery at Georgia market
In a record-breaking drug bust, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced the seizure of 2,585 pounds of methamphetamine concealed within a shipment of celery at a Georgia farmer’s market. The massive haul, valued at approximately $3.2 million, marks the largest methamphetamine seizure in the history of the DEA’s Atlanta office. “This is a significant and unbelievable amount of drugs to be shipped at one time and to a destination this far from the border,” said Robert J. Murphy, special agent in charge of the DEA’s Atlanta Division, in an official statement. “It also shows the confidence of the cartel behind this.”
All-New Gulfstream G400 Completes First Flight
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream's ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft. The G400 defines a new standard with the highest performance and greatest comfort ever experienced in this segment. The G400...
Rapper Quando Rondo Pleads Guilty in Federal Case — Apologizes to the Community: “I’m a Changed Person”
On Tuesday, rapper and singer Quando Rondo pleaded guilty in federal court, changing his previous not-guilty plea. As previously reported, Rondo, born Tyquian Terrel Bowman, was arrested back in December and indicted on charges of conspiring with others to possess and distribute drugs, including fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, and marijuana. The 25-year-old artist pled guilty to ... Read more
Connect Savannah announces end of magazine and news publishing online
Connect Savannah, a voice in the Savannah community for nearly three decades, announced that on August 16, 2024, it will cease publishing its print magazine and digital news website. This decision marks the end of an era for a publication that has been central to Savannah’s arts, entertainment and news coverage.
Chatham County, Savannah officials knew flooding could be 'historic' early in week
At Tuesday’s weekly press conference, Savannah Mayor Van Johnson praised city workers and departments for the response to the “historic” flooding event caused when the Ogeechee and Canoochee rivers overflowed their banks after Tropical Storm Debby moved through Georgia, dropping more than 10 inches of rain on already saturated landscapes from drenching storms the week before. The tally, according to Johnson: ...
Less humid today and looking ahead to the weekend forecast
Savannah, Ga. (WJCL)- High pressure-system will build into the southeast throughout the day. There will be east to northeast winds that will keep temperatures a few degrees below average. Highs will be in the upper-80s to near 90° with less humidity. Friday will be a beautiful day with lots...
Power Play: How Georgia Power’s HBCU initiative is energizing careers
The recent partnership between the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) and Georgia Power has been a major win for engaging with historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) across Georgia. The collaboration began in 2020 when Georgia Power became the official energy partner for the SIAC. This year, they leveraged the partnership to focus on students, […] The post Power Play: How Georgia Power’s HBCU initiative is energizing careers appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Rockit Pest boosts Georgia presence with the addition of Pestwork Solutions
Atlanta, Ga.-based Rockit Pest recently added PestWork Solutions of Gainesville, Ga. PestWork is a full-service pest control company servicing residential and commercial customers. Former owner Shane Hurst founded PestWork Solutions over 20 years ago with the vision of protecting homes and businesses from the heavy pest activity in the Southeast.
U.S. Army women’s trap shooter looks ahead after ‘mediocre’ Olympic debut
FORT MOORE, Ga. (WRBL) — After returning from Paris without a medal, a U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit team member and Olympic women’s trap shooter is laser-focused on what lies ahead. Staff Sgt. Rachel Tozier placed 18th overall in a field of 30 of the best women’s trap shooters in the world at the Paris Games. […]
2024 Georgia High School Football Game Predictions: Week 1
Our weekly Pick 6 is back for another season of game predictions, and we start off with six season openers in Week 1 that feature some of the top teams and talent to keep an eye on during the 2024 Georgia high school football season. Lee County vs Warner Robins.
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