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Coastal Areas That Saw the Largest Increase in Water Temps
Recent years have brought unusually high temperatures to the world’s waters—and with them, major impacts on marine life and coastal communities. However, since early 2023, this trend has significantly intensified, with each day for more than a year setting a new record high. The effects have created eye-popping weather and climate events. In early 2023, waters off the coast of South Florida reached more than 100 degrees—approximately the temperature of the water in a hot tub. While the pace of change is alarming, the effects of these trends are not evenly distributed geographically. Researchers calculated the average summer water temperature change from 2013 to 2023 across each coastal metropolitan and micropolitan area, then ranked locations accordingly.
Conyers Names New Chief of Operations
CONYERS — Conyers City Manager Kameron Kelley has announced the appointment of Brian Frix, former director of the city’s Department of Public Works and Transportation, as the city’s new chief of operations. Frix joined the city of Conyers in 2016 as deputy director of Public Works and...
2 metro Atlanta Starbucks locations file to unionize
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Baristas at two metro Atlanta Starbucks locations have filed for a union election. The baristas at locations in Roswell and Alpharetta have filed for elections with Starbucks Workers United, a union founded in 2021. The locations are at Holcomb Bridge & Holcomb Woods in...
Metro Atlanta man competing in Nathan’s Famous hot dog-eating contest
CONEY ISLAND, N.Y. — Editor's note: The above video is of a prior competition in which Oji participated. Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog-eating contest is coming up this week, and a metro Atlanta man will be competing in the yearly bun fight. Gideon Oji, of Morrow,...
Gas prices tick up, but far below previous highs as drivers set Fourth
Metro Atlanta drivers hitting the road for Independence Day will find gasoline at prices about 15 cents a gallon above last year’s, although fuel is cheaper in Georgia than US
Fun, food, and fireworks happening across metro Atlanta for 4th of July
If you’re looking for fun, food, and fireworks, then metro Atlanta is the place to be this 4th of July. We’ve rounded up some can’t-miss events. Tucker Celebration of IndependenceThe City of Tucker is getting an early jump on the festivities with its July 3 event on Main Street, featuring live music, food trucks, a […] The post Fun, food, and fireworks happening across metro Atlanta for 4th of July appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Braves latest injury update eliminates one major trade deadline need for Alex Anthopoulos
The Atlanta Braves are about to get a big reinforcement in their bullpen. After their 4-2 loss on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Pirates, they made a key roster move, sending right-hander Daysbel Hernandez to Triple-A Gwinnett. Hernandez had not allowed an earned run over 9.2 innings of work in nine...
Former Braves postseason hero loses job to make way for top prospect promotion
As the 2023 season ended and preparation for 2024 began, Alex Anthopoulos and the Atlanta Braves had decisions to make regarding left field. Both Kevin Pillar and Eddie Rosario entered free agency. Pillar bounced around even prior to the season but former postseason hero Rosario landed with a division rival in the Washington Nationals.
Budweiser iconic Clydesdales coming to metro Atlanta this week
ALPHARETTA, Ga. - In celebration of a 14-year partnership with Folds of Honor, Budweiser and their famous Clydesdales are embarking on a cross-country tour that includes a stop in metro Atlanta. Folds of Honor is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing scholarships to the families of fallen or disabled U.S....
MPD assistant chief Shawn Jones still voting in Georgia
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mayor Paul Young spoke to hundreds of Memphis Police Department officers in January shortly after his inauguration. The nearly hour and a half long recording obtained by ABC24 had a variety of topics covered during the conversation, but one officer asked a particular question. Are now-interim...
Georgia Drivers Frustrated By Conflicting Reports on EVs
A recent survey revealed that nearly half of Georgia drivers are uncertain about switching to electric vehicles (EVs), citing concerns over practicality and costs. 🔋 Why It Matters: The study highlights the growing divide between EV enthusiasm and hesitation, reflecting broader national trends as the automotive industry shifts towards electrification.
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