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Southwest Georgia Counties May Not Have Power Through Weekend
More than 200,000 utility customers remain without power after Hurricane Michael. Most of these residents are in the southwestern part of the state. Georgia Power expects to restore power in Central and West Georgia this weekend. But the Albany area will have to wait until Monday, and the Bainbridge area until Wednesday at midnight.
Georgia public health officials push hurricane evacuation assistance program for at-need residents
LISTEN: The Coastal Health District's hurricane registry is meant to help coastal residents with mobility challenges who have no outside support. GPB's Benjamin Payne reports. As the Atlantic hurricane season ramps up for what is projected to be a record-busy season, the Georgia Department of Public Health is encouraging qualified residents to sign up for the agency's hurricane registry for evacuation assistance ahead of severe storms.
New treatment and tracking for Parvo aimed at saving more dogs
VALDOSTA, Ga. (WALB) - Canine Parvovirus, which we all know as Parvo, is one of the deadlines and contagious viruses for dogs. But for the first time ever, there is a way to track and treat the nearly 500+ cases in Georgia. “Its just been unbelievable for our staff just...
Presidential election spending in Georgia projected to hit $244M
(The Center Square) – Political advertising in Georgia for the 2024 presidential election is predicted to reach $244 million, third-highest in the nation. The Political Projections Report, released Monday by advertising tracking company AdImpact, forecasts $373 million in total election cycle spending. The would rank 10th highest. Georgia is one of seven consensus battleground states. The […]
Live Entertainment Spotlight in Middle Georgia this Week
The July 4th weekend is here and it will likely be a hot one. First Friday events will take place in Downtown Macon with live music, good food, and lots of art. On Saturday, the rock band The Smokestack will perform a free concert at the Big House Museum. The following are just a few of the cool ways to stay entertained this weekend in the Heart of Georgia.
Exclusive: Austin Snell Reveals How the Air Force Led to Country Music Success, Talks Debut Album ‘Still Bleeding’
Austin Snell is a Georgia-born Air Force veteran who grew up listening to Nickelback and Alan Jackson. But it was Ed Sheeran who inspired him to buy a guitar. Two years and more than 235 million streams later, Snell released his 13-song debut album Still Bleeding as a joint venture between River House/Warner Music Nashville. He’s also preparing to hit the road with fellow Georgia boy Jason Aldean for Aldean’s Highway Desperado Tour.
‘We need unity more than anything’: Georgians react to political climate on Fourth of July
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - It’s hard to ignore politics even during a holiday week if you live in a swing state like Georgia. Many are out celebrating our nation’s independence but can’t help but wonder where our country is headed. “I would like to see...
From Slavery To Civil Rights: The Legacy Of Negro Spirituals In Georgia
On a recent Sunday evening, the sound of Negro spirituals echoed through the halls of the music building at Kennesaw State University. The six members of the Georgia Spiritual Ensemble gather here regularly to partake in a tradition that dates back centuries. “Done made my vow to the Lord. And...
Two Arrested in Drug Trafficking Bust in Adel
A significant drug trafficking operation in Adel was dismantled recently, leading to the arrests of Shyiem Marquon Banks, 28, and Roderick Dion Collins, 36. This action resulted from a search warrant executed at their residence, where substantial quantities of drugs and firearms were found. 🔍 The Details:. A joint...
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