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House lawmakers call for sanctions on billionaire former Georgian prime minister
Bipartisan leaders of the Helsinki Commission are calling on the Biden administration to sanction Bidzina Ivanishvili, the billionaire former prime minister of Georgia that critics accuse of pulling the strings in Tbilisi’s turn away from Europe and its deepening authoritarian rule. In a letter to Secretary of State Antony...
Georgia congressmen split party lines on Supreme Court reform
(The Center Square) – U.S. congressmen in Georgia are split on the need for judicial reform. Democratic Rep. Hank Johnson has proposed his own legislation to reform the Supreme Court, while also supporting President Joe Biden’s proposed Supreme Court constitutional amendment. Johnson sponsored two different bills in 2023 to add additional codes and rules to the Supreme Court judges. ...
Oconee deputy wounded in shooting in 2023 named South Carolina Sheriff's Deputy of Year
Wounded Oconee County Sheriff's Office Corporal Lucas Watts has received a statewide award. On July 17, Watts was named the South Carolina Sheriffs’ Association Deputy of the Year. Oconee...
People across SC connected to high-speed internet with $400M: ‘It completely transformed us’
COLUMBIA — When Mathew Nelson opened Chattooga River Lodge and Campground in the Appalachian foothills in 2020, visitors asked him if they could log onto the TV to play Netflix shows or hop on a virtual meeting using the Wi-Fi. Nelson had to tell them “no.” The lodge, along with the rest of rural Oconee […]
Body discovered in Floyd County creek, police say
FLOYD COUNTY, Ga. — An unidentified body was spotted in the water in Floyd County, according to police. The Floyd County Police Department said a 911 caller reported seeing the body of a white male floating in Armuchee Creek. This is near Highway 27, just north of GA 156.
Ray's at Killer Creek and Ray's on the River Raise the Bar on Brunch
Ray's at Killer Creek and Ray’s on the River have long been celebrated for legendary steaks, classic top-tier seafood and impeccable service and have also been destinations for casually elegant weekend brunch. Ray’s at Killer Creek’s Sunday brunch buffet remains a deluxe affair with an extensive buffet and a la carte add-on dishes, while Ray’s on the River’s a la carte menu available on Saturdays and Sundays features exquisite savory and sweet options.
Downtown Athens Amici closed 'until further notice,' restaurant says
Amici's downtown Athens location is closed until further notice, the restaurant's social media accounts said on Wednesday. The location at 233 E. Clayton Street has been a staple in downtown Athens for 20 years, known for specialty pizza, wings and a vast beer and cocktail list. ...
ROME POLICE DEPARTMENT AIMS TO EDUCATE LOCALS ON GEORGIA’S NEW SCHOOL BUS LAW
(Announcement from the Rome, GA Police Department):. Did you know that Georgia has a new enhanced school bus law?. While unlawfully passing a school bus in Georgia was previously charged as a misdemeanor, as of July 1, 2024, it has been elevated to a high and aggravated misdemeanor — and the consequences will have a significant impact on your life.
Health inspections: 12 Athens area restaurants scored a 'B' or below. The lowest was 78.
Here are the Georgia Department of Health's restaurant inspection scores for Athens-Clarke and Oconee counties conducted July 17-July 30. Scores in each category are listed in order of most recent inspection date. The Georgia Department of Public Health, Environmental Health Section, conducts regular restaurant inspections to help keep residents and visitors safe. Disclaimer: On any...
Floyd County students return to class Thursday, new traffic pattern at Armuchee High
Wednesday, July 31, 2024–12:30 p.m. It’s back to school Thursday morning for students in the Floyd County School System. Floyd County Police are reminding the public to be mindful of increased traffic around the schools during the morning and afternoon. You may even want to take an alternate...
Mystery after Lyft driver who agreed to drive passenger 400 miles goes missing
A Lyft driver in Georgia has disappeared after agreeing to drive a passenger 400 miles. Leonard John Beiner, 57, was working as a part-time Lyft driver in the city of Ball Ground when he was scheduled to drive a customer some 400 miles to Jacksonville, Florida, according to the Cherokee County sheriff’s office. The round trip would take approximately 12 hours.
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