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Mercer Battles South Florida to Scoreless Draw
TAMPA, Fla. – Mercer controlled much of the possession in Sunday's contest against South Florida, but was unable to come up with a goal in a 0-0 draw. The Bears dominated many of the statistical categories, including shots, where they held a 11-7 edge over the Bulls. Of Mercer's 11 shots, five were on target, whereas South Florida was unable to put a shot on goal. The Bears earned six corner kicks on the evening, including five in the first half. USF's lone corner kick came in the second half.
Monday brings isolated showers and afternoon thunderstorms as the rainy pattern continues
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – We started Monday morning mostly dry except for a storm that moved through our very northern SE Georgia counties. Otherwise, a hot day with the heat index hovering around 100. Afternoon showers and potential thunderstorms will develop west of I-95 after lunchtime and stick around throughout the evening - possible gusty winds and heavy downpours can’t be ruled out as these storms develop along the sea breeze and mixed with the high heat.
30 Facts About Stephen McDaniel
Who is Stephen McDaniel? Stephen McDaniel is a name that sends chills down many spines. Known for his involvement in the tragic murder of his law school classmate, Lauren Giddings, McDaniel's story is one of dark twists and unsettling details. This case, which took place in Macon, Georgia, in 2011, shocked the community and garnered national attention. McDaniel, once a seemingly quiet and intelligent law student, revealed a sinister side that no one saw coming. His meticulous planning and disturbing actions have been the subject of numerous documentaries, articles, and discussions. Why did Stephen McDaniel commit such a heinous act? The reasons behind his actions remain a topic of speculation and horror.
Houston County football holds on for the win against Effingham County
WARNER ROBINS — In a back-and-forth battle, the Houston County Bears (2-0) survived a second-half surge from the Effingham County Rebels (0-1) and hung on to win their non-region matchup 44-41. The Bears led by as many as 20 points late in the first half, however, the Rebels battled back until the last second.
Bipartisan Effort Paves Way for Reviving Closed Hospitals in Ga.
ATLANTA — At the shuttered Atlanta Medical Center, a “Stronger Together” mural sends a hopeful message near a summer spray of hydrangeas. The campus was mostly quiet on a recent weekend, since AMC closed almost two years ago. A lone security vehicle sat behind a chain-link fence, and pedestrians passed by without even a glance. In the town of Cuthbert, some 160 miles away, the Southwest Georgia Regional Medical Center also remains shut after closing four years ago, another Southern hospital casualty in a region...
Albany State to host 2024 Criminal Justice Association of Georgia conference
ALBANY – Albany State University will host the 2024 Criminal Justice Association of Georgia (CJAG) annual conference Oct. 4-5. This year’s theme is “Redefining Boundaries: The New Era of Criminal Justice Innovation.” The annual event brings together criminal justice students, faculty, and professionals from across the state, fostering an environment of learning, collaboration and professional ...
6 months later | Issues continue for troubled USPS facility in Atlanta
ATLANTA — This week marks six months since the launch of a significant mail facility in Georgia upended service and prompted political outcry on both sides of the aisle. 11Alive News has been investigating delays and fielding concerns from Georgians since shortly after the new Regional Processing & Distribution Center opened in late February. More than 3,000 complaints have been received about everything from missing prescriptions to concerns about absentee ballots that never arrived.
Poor air quality is expected in metro Atlanta on Monday afternoon
The Georgia Environmental Protection Division relayed a Code Orange air quality alert to the National Weather Service for metro Atlanta, in effect this afternoon, Monday, August 26, 2024. What is in the alert?. The alert gives the following information:. …CODE ORANGE AIR QUALITY ALERT IS IN EFFECT FOR ATLANTA FOR.
Another rabid fox tests positive in Griffin
GRIFFIN, Ga. - A second fox tested positive for rabies in Griffin days after the first reported case. On August 16, the fox attempted to approach a man and woman on Placid Road near Grandview Drive and East College Street. Thankfully, it did not make contact. But due to multiple...
Georgia Heatwave Expected This Week: Highs Reach Mid-90s Across Peachtree City
Peachtree City, GA – Georgia residents should prepare for a scorching week ahead as temperatures rise significantly, particularly from Tuesday onwards. The forecast indicates a steady climb in temperatures, peaking in the mid-90s from Tuesday through Thursday. Tuesday’s high is expected to reach 94°F, with clear skies and abundant...
Democrats urge Kemp to remove State Election Board members
ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp sought advice Monday from the state attorney general regarding calls to remove three GOP members of the State Election Board for approving late changes to state elections laws. Critics, including the bipartisan Democracy Defense Project, say the last-minute changes could disrupt the November elections. The board has adopted rules changes in recent weeks that, among other things, would empower local election officials to delay or...
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