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Peachtree Corners Highlights Israeli Tech in Georgia
— A July 11 networking event in Peachtree Corners highlighted nine Israeli firms developing and testing technology in Georgia, from newcomers proving the viability of smart-city devices to a decade-old brand emails against cyber attacks. Among the investors now firmly rooted in the state are IronScales, which helps companies detect...
Falcons training camp: Highlights from Day 1 of practice
The Atlanta Falcons have kicked off training camp for the 2024 NFL season, holding their first official practice on Thursday afternoon. Atlanta has missed the playoffs six years in a row, but this team is healthy, hungry and ready to take off under head coach Raheem Morris. It wasn’t the most intense day of practice as players were eased back into the action with walkthroughs. Quarterback Kirk Cousins and defensive lineman Grady Jarrett have both been cleared but Morris said the team is managing their reps early in camp. The Falcons social media team released a highlight video from Thursday’s practice. Watch below, as shared by the team’s Twitter account: We're back to work! pic.twitter.com/DXnrKfqAGz — Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) July 25, 2024 More Latest Falcons News!Falcons training camp: Photos from the first day of practiceFalcons rookie Michael Penix Jr. to split second-team QB repsFalcons' Raheem Morris provides updates on Kirk Cousins, Grady JarrettLOOK: Falcons players arrive for the start of training campFalcons announce multiple transactions as training camp begins
Falcons are already mismanaging Kirk Cousins
The Falcons are potentially taking another misstep in their brief union with quarterback Kirk Cousins.Atlanta's prized offseason addition revealed the coaching staff plans to sit him during the preseason, leaving him without valuable in-game reps before the regular season begins. Kirk Cousins when asked if he would play in the preseason games for the Falcons: "I want to play, but I think that ask fell on deaf ears." He laughed when he said this, and added he hoped he wasn't letting the proverbial cat out of the bag by saying so. "I think seeing live…— Tori McElhaney (@tori_mcelhaney) July 25, 2024 "I...
WWALS to host webinar on Georgia bats in Banks Lake, Douglas
HAHIRA – WWALS will host a webinar with a Wildlife Biologist from the state to give an overview on the bats of Georgia. WWALS Watershed Coalition will be hosting a webinar about the bats of Georgia that will include Banks Lake and Douglas. Emily Ferrall, a Wildlife Biologist, in the Wildlife Resources Division of the Wildlife Conservation Section of the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (GA-EPD) of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA-DNR), will give an overview of the bats of Georgia, including species likely to occur at Banks Lake, and she has footage of the Douglas warehouse bats to show. She will mention the acoustic volunteer program.
Georgia WR Rara Thomas arrested on several counts
More off-the-field trouble for the Bulldogs. Georgia senior receiver Rara Thomas was arrested Friday at 3:20 am on two counts of misdemeanor battery and a felony charge of second-degree cruelty to children. The Athens-Clarke County Police arrested Thomas, but no bail has yet been set. This is the second time...
CDC: 20 cases of dengue have been confirmed in Georgia. Here's what to know
Mosquitoes are infecting people across the Americas with dengue at historic levels and U.S. travelers are bringing the potentially life-threatening virus home with them. The alarming rise in infections has spurred American health officials to warn about the risk. While risk of local transmission in the contiguous U.S. remains low,...
Georgia To Allow State Funding To Teach AP Black Studies After Growing Outrage
A Georgia State superintendent has changed his tune and will allow the state to pay districts to teach a new AP course in Black Studies. The post Georgia To Allow State Funding To Teach AP Black Studies After Growing Outrage appeared first on NewsOne.
Three on News 3: Alabama lawmakers on prison change, New Georgia 2024 election poll, Local hair salon helps women with alopecia
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — WRBL is rounding up three headlines of the day in our digital exclusive series, “Three on Three.” Check back daily to see the new top three headlines in the video player above. TODAY’S STORIES:
Electric ‘air taxis’ built in GA could offer a rideshare option in big cities. Here’s when
A billion-dollar company wants to replace taxis and rideshare apps such as Uber and Lyft with an electric helicopter service, and they plan to make the choppers in Georgia. California-based air taxi tech company Archer Aviation will soon manufacture its electric helicopters, which they call “eVTOL’s” — electric vertical take off and landing — in Covington.
Environmentalists ask state PSC to pause Georgia Power’s plan to use more natural gas
Atlanta resident Jean Millkey told state regulators Wednesday she has come to grips with her belief that Georgia Power is probably not acting in the best interests of its customers who continue to see their electric bills rise. She spoke to the Georgia Public Service Commission on Wednesday as the five-member panel held a certification […]
Deli meat outbreak hits before students return to school
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Two cases of Listeria have been reported in Georgia according to the CDC. The outbreak has been reported in 12 states, including Georgia with 28 deaths. News 3 spoke with a local infection preventionist who says listeria is common and the CDC and local health agencies identify an outbreak once or […]
Atrium Health Floyd Recognized By AHA For 7th Straight Year
For the seventh consecutive year, Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center has earned Gold certification from the American Heart Association for the care it provides heart failure patients. The Get With The Guidelines — Heart Failure quality achievement award is earned by hospitals that demonstrate a commitment to treating patients according to the most up-to-date guidelines outlined by the AHA. About 6.2 million U.S. adults are living with heart failure. Despite...
Overnight earthquake reported in Georgia
ETON, Ga. — Above video: Your Thursday headlines. According to the United States Geological Survey, an earthquake was detected overnight in Georgia. The quake was located near Eton, which sits close to the Tennessee state line. The USGS reports it happened at 1:57 a.m. Thursday, was a magnitude 2.4...
Audit Underway for Northwest Georgia Housing Authority
The new director of the Northwest Georgia Housing Authority has brought in an outside accountant to begin sorting out finances within the agency. During the authority’s meeting Wednesday morning, board member Billy Cooper mentioned that at the end of the last meeting former executive director Sandra Hudson expressed some concern for the authority’s financial stability. Authority Executive Director Justin Jones wouldn’t elaborate on the organization’s finances Wednesday, but did acknowledge...
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