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As discrimination complaints soar, parents of disabled students wait for help
Sam is a bespectacled 6-year-old with a winning smile and a penchant for dinosaurs, as evidenced by the roaring Tyrannosaurus rex on the back of his favorite shirt. “He loves anything big, and powerful, and scary,” says his mother, Tabitha. Sam grins mischievously as he puts his hands together in a circle — the American Sign Language word for “ball.” He’s telling Tabitha he wants to start his day in the colorful ball pit in a corner of his playroom in their home in central Georgia.
Music On Lookout Mountain: The McLemore Songwriters Series
In Northwest Georgia, a concert series atop Lookout Mountain features singer-songwriters to match the landscape around them. Now in its fourth season, the McElmore Songwriters Series is held at McElmore Resort. IV Whitman is executive vice president of marketing for Scenic Land Co., parent company of the McElmore community.
Kid Rock’s House in Whites Creek, Nashville
Kid Rock’s home in Whites Creek is no ordinary residence. This grand estate, modeled after the White House, stands as a testament to his flamboyant personality and unique style. Kid Rock, known for his hits like “American Badass” and “Bawitdaba,” has created a haven that blends luxury with eccentricity....
Search for missing Georgia girl expanded to several states, including Texas
HALL COUNTY, Ga. — The search for a 12-year-old girl from Georgia who went missing more than a month ago has expanded to more than half a dozen states around the country, including Texas. The Hall County Sheriff's Office in Georgia is looking for Maria Gomez-Perez of Gainesville, Georgia,...
BrandsMart USA's Kennesaw location opens this Saturday!
KENNESAW, Ga. — BrandsMart USA will host a grand opening ceremony for their new Kennesaw location this Saturday, July 20, at 9:30 a.m. The 35,000 square foot location is taking over a former Bed, Bath & Beyond space at 840 Barrett Parkway. The grand opening will begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by doors opening to the public at 10 a.m. Refreshments will be available. The first 150 guests will receive a $50 BrandsMart USA gift card. Also, customers will receive a free gift with their purchase, while supplies last. Customers can expect exclusive deals and promotions on a wide range of items, according to a press release.
East Brainerd two alarm house fire
UPDATE: A fire destroyed on home and badly damaged another in East Brainerd yesterday. Firefighters were called to the 1800 block of Oakvale Drive, just after 6. In all, eight structures were damaged. “number of 911 calls indicating that we had a fire in there and we knew the house...
Judge rules against extension for Georgia’s Pathways to Coverage Medicaid work program
A federal judge has dismissed the State of Georgia’s lawsuit against the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services over how long the state can operate its work-requirement Medicaid program.
Lawsuit claims that delayed elections for Georgia utility regulator are unconstitutional
ATLANTA (AP) — Two groups on Wednesday sued to overturn a law extending the elected terms of Georgia’s public service commissioners, saying it violates the state constitution for the five Republicans to be allowed to serve terms longer than six years. Georgia WAND Education Fund, Georgia Conservation Voters...
Operation Southern Slow Down: Effort to combat speeding to save lives
TALLAHASSEE, FL (352today.com) – The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is trying to put the brakes on unsafe driving. FDOT in partnership with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is conducting Operation Southern Slow Down 2024. The week-long speed enforcement and education campaign kicked off on Monday.
Book & Cover hosts 'Eras Tour-y time' with Taylor Swift-themed story time for kids
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — We love it when The Book & Cover returns to the studio!. Blaes Green, Sarah Jackson and Emily Lilley were on the show today talking about how this Saturday's story time for kids theme is “Eras Tour-y time.” The “Eras Tour-y time” theme is where their booksellers will dress up as Taylor Swift and will be reading from Taylor Swift kids books.
Tiny helmet, big hope: Engineering compassion for a Chihuahua in need
When the call went out seeking assistance for a puppy requiring special care, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga mechanical engineering faculty member Trevor Elliott and recent graduate Connor Mackey were “all in.”. Several weeks ago, Elliott—a UC Foundation associate professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science—received an...
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