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Women Veterans of the CSRA speak about what Independence Day means to them
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Women who have served on the front line for our freedom. Some of them from right here in the CSRA. “I’m proud to be an American, and to know that I had something to do with keeping it safe and free…,” Women’s Veteran’s Organization of the CSRA founder Watha Alston-Hooper said.
Macon store celebrates 4th of July by serving free hotdogs to the community
MACON, Ga. (WGXA)-- A local business in Macon found a special way to celebrate this 4th of July. Macon Bedroom and Mattress has been in the community for almost 24 years. Co-owner, Dawn Simpson says giving out free food is their way of showing gratitude for all the great years.
Florida trucker crams 15 migrants into cab of semi
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – A Florida trucker allegedly crammed 15 unauthorized migrants in the cab of his semi to sneak them past a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint in New Mexico. Border agents on Tuesday night arrested Raimundo Gomez as he became nervous during questioning at the Interstate 10 checkpoint west of Las Cruces, […]
‘RHOA’ Alum NeNe Leakes’ Son Bryson Bryant Sentenced in Felony Fentanyl Possession Case
Real Housewives of Atlanta alum NeNe Leakes’ oldest son, Bryson Bryant, avoided being thrown in jail over his arrest for possession of fentanyl, In Touch can exclusively report. According to court documents obtained by In Touch, Bryson, 34, reached a plea deal with prosecutors. Per their agreement, the prosecutors...
Racist slurs and death threats: The dangerous life of a Georgia elections official
Editor’s note: This story contains profanities and racist slurs. DOUGLASVILLE, Ga. — When Milton Kidd leaves work at the end of the day, he slips out the back door of the domed Douglas County Courthouse, avoiding the public entrance where people might berate him or demand his home address. He never takes the same route home […] The post Racist slurs and death threats: The dangerous life of a Georgia elections official appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Georgia sees its youngest female mayor in state history
ARABI, Ga. (WALB) - A 21-year-old Georgia woman is launching what she hopes will become a distinguished political career. Brooke Huckaby, 21, is the youngest mayor in Georgia state history, and the youngest female mayor in United States history, but her accolades do not stop there. In addition to being...
'Barbecue Showdown": Former Florida teacher competes on Netflix BBQ show
The competition pits BBQ masters from all walks of life in a head-to-head contest of flavor and fire. When the meat hit the fire in the third season of Netflix's "Barbecue Showdown," the Sunshine State was represented. But not by a professional pitmaster or even a restaurant chef. Former special...
Florida CFO Patronis Appoints Tom Gallagher to Florida Insurance Guaranty Association Board of DirectorsFlorida CFO Patronis
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced the appointment of Tom Gallagher to the Florida Insurance Guaranty Association (FIGA) Board of Directors. FIGA is a nonprofit corporation created by the Florida Legislature in 1970 and services pending claims by Florida policyholders of member insurance companies that become insolvent and are ordered liquidated.
PRESS RELEASE: Downtown Macon Restaurants Compete in French Fry Fight, Presentd by Sysco
Macon, GA –Downtown Macon restaurants are competing for the title of best fries during the Downtown Macon French Fry Fight, presented by Sysco, on Wednesday, July 10 in honor of National Fry Day. Twenty restaurants have developed creative culinary takes on the classic side. NewTown’s Main Street Macon board...
In pictures: Independence Day in downtown Augusta
It was an evening of music, food and fireworks at the Augusta Common July 4 as residents celebrated Independence Day. Mike Adams has won multiple Georgia Press Association awards for his photography including eight at the 2024 awards ceremony. Subscribe to the Augusta Good News newsletter here. Like this:. Support...
Evans Towne Center BOOM! In the Park Independence Day Celebration had something for everyone to enjoy
BOOM! The park was a success, with over 30 food, beverage, and dessert vendors with live music from Whiskey Run and Ryan Trotti leading up to the fireworks and first-ever laser show.
19 Suspected Fentanyl Traffickers Arrested in Northwest Florida
Earlier this week, a group of 19 suspected fentanyl traffickers were arrested in the northwestern region of Florida. ““The Fentanyl epidemic, an urgent and indiscriminate threat, is dangerously pervasive,” FLHSMV Executive Director Dave Kerner said. “FHP is proud to be part of the effort to clear the streets of this poison, and, along with our law enforcement partners, we will continue to work together to protect our citizens by bringing to justice the criminals who sell it.”
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