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Metro West’s Free Fish Fry Takes Place in Mechanicsville
Entrepreneurs Dominique Billings and Radreckia Allen-Billings are providing free fish fries to underprivileged children in Atlanta, inspired by their own experiences growing up without access to hot meals. The post Metro West’s Free Fish Fry Takes Place in Mechanicsville appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Proposed East Cobb Whataburger Deferred
MARIETTA — The Cobb Board of Commissioners voted 4-0 Tuesday, with Chairwoman Lisa Cupid absent, to continue a requested site plan change by Whataburger for a proposed restaurant in east Cobb. The new location, at the site of the former O’Charley’s at Sandy Plains and Shallowford roads, would mark the fast-food chain’s fifth location in the county. During the zoning hearing, Cobb Zoning Division Manager John Pederson said the applicant...
Wednesday's Report: Draft calls for Tattnall, Mercer; MGSU promotion; Georgia leads SEC Media Days; the highest-rated QB in history?, about College FB 25, British Open
📰S📰C📰O📰R📰E📰B📰O📰A📰R📰D. Asheboro 12, Macon 1, 7 inn. Luther Williams was a home away from home for Asheboro, which got all it needed in the first few minutes en route to all 12 runs in the first 2 innings. The ZooKeepers...
North Cobb Church Allowed to Host Farmers Market
MARIETTA — The Cobb Board of Commissioners voted 4-0, with Chairwoman Lisa Cupid absent, during Tuesday’s zoning hearing to approve a land-use permit to allow a north Cobb church to host a weekly farmers market. The board approved a temporary 24-month permit for St. Andrew United Methodist Church, subject that the hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday only, along with other stipulations. The Blackwell Farmers...
Another Braves pitcher to begin road back from injury
Even without Spencer Strider, this Braves rotation might be the best of my lifetime. The unit is headlined by its three All-Stars in Max Fried, Chris Sale, and Reynaldo Lopez. That trio can go toe-to-toe with any 1-2-3 in baseball, and they’re joined by a slew of other exciting arms.
Georgia senior defensive back no longer with Bulldogs over violation of team rules
ATHENS, Ga. — A senior defensive back is no longer with the Georgia Bulldogs, the program announced on Tuesday. The school said David Daniel-Sisavanh was "no longer on the Bulldog roster because of a violation of team rules." UGA did not specify the rules violation. “We wish David good...
Nearly all of Fulton County Housing Authority board has resigned following Channel 2 investigation
The Fulton County Housing Authority is facing more resignations and more allegations after a Channel 2 Action News investigation revealed accusations of money mismanagement, sexual harassment, and other issues.
FIRST ALERT: Scattered storms likely on Friday
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Isolated showers and rumbles of thunder are possible overnight with temperatures in the 70s. Friday is a First Alert Weather Day for an increasing risk of scattered showers/storms as the day goes on. The best chance of wet weather is after 2 pm until around sunset. It will be a rare day with highs in the 80s. All but one day in the past four weeks have been 90° or hotter in Atlanta.
Once Again This Town Has Been Declared the Murder Capital of Georgia
Georgia, known for its rich history, vibrant cities, and stunning landscapes, is often associated with a sense of safety and tranquility. However, a closer look at the crime statistics reveals a different story. One town in particular has been declared the murder capital of Georgia, with a crime rate that is among the highest in the state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the details of this town, exploring the factors contributing to its high crime rate and what it means for residents and visitors alike.
2 Georgia hunters plead guilty to poaching white-tailed deer in National Military Park
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Tenn. — In an investigation that took years, 2 men from northwest Georgia both pleaded guilty to hunting white-tailed deer on National Military Park property. William Edward Lough of Trenton and Jonathan Daniel Plaster of Rossville both entered their plea in federal court on April 16th to...
Kids Alliance for Better Care expands its rural reach to additional pediatric and family medicine practices
MACON —Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) and the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center (GRHIC) are expanding their rural pediatric health initiative to seven additional counties, for a total of 35 pediatric and family medicine physicians and providers throughout the state. In February 2023, the School of Medicine and...
Tennessee speeders targeted in five-state 'Operation Southern Slow Down'
If you've noticed in increase in police on the roads, we promise you're not crazy. Since July 15, law enforcement in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee led the annual “Operation Southern Slow Down.” This week, there will be an increase in presence on the roads to cut back on speeding.
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