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Statewide Opioid Task Force gathers in Augusta to declare war on fentanyl
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr led the meeting with state and local leaders at Augusta University on Wednesday. They're calling the drug a weapon of mass destruction, and have come up with ways to combat it.
24 arrested during Operation Shyne Down in Crisp County
Georgia Bureau of Investigations 120 arrest warrants served for criminal gang and drug activity On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, members of the GBI and other law enforcement agencies served 120 arrest warrants on 24 people, in Operation Shyne Down, targeting the criminal street gang G-Shyne Bloods and their involvement in criminal gang activities in Crisp […] The post 24 arrested during Operation Shyne Down in Crisp County appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Eastman man dies in motorcycle wreck on Highway 87
DODGE COUNTY, Ga. — A man died in a motorcycle wreck in Eastman last night, according to a release from the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office. They say 32-year-old Kenny Demario Lyons was driving the motorcycle near Georgia Highway 87 around 10:15 p.m. on July 30, when deputies attempted to pull him over.
Events in Macon August 1 – 7
Music, dance and a little back-to-school-boogie headline this week’s events calendar. Time to get in a little fun before heading back to school!. Great music has always fueled Atlanta’s vibe, and for decades Atlanta-native Arthur “Bud” Smith captured the icons. Smith shot photos for local and national publications and worked for A&M and Motown Records. A new Tubman Museum exhibit of his work features iconic concert photos of Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Dizzy Gillespie, Ray Charles, Marvin Gaye, Tina Turner, Rick James, James Brown and more.
Archer Aviation Showcases Midnight Aircraft in Atlanta, Nears Completion of Covington Manufacturing Facility
Today Archer Aviation Inc. provided an update on the construction progress of its high-volume manufacturing facility in Covington, GA, reaffirming an expected 2024 completion date. In preparation for this facility’s completion, last week Archer showcased its Midnight aircraft at Atlantic Aviation’s new terminal at DeKalb–Peachtree Municipal Airport. Guests included government...
Exclusive: Luke Bryan Honors His Sister and Toby Keith During All-Star ‘Toby Keith: American Icon’
Luke Bryan doesn’t make a habit of wearing a cowboy hat on stage. Still, on Monday night, he pulled an extremely sentimental one out of his closet to wear during an all-star tribute to Toby Keith at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. Toby Keith: American Icon also included Eric Church,...
Julie Chrisley Receives Resentencing Date, Leaving Future Uncertain
One month after a judge granted her appeal and vacated her seven-year sentence in the tax evasion and fraud case, Julie Chrisley is granted a resentencing date. According to PEOPLE, the Chrisley Knows Best alum is set to return to Atlanta on September 25 to receive a new sentence. The seven-year tax evasion and fraud sentencing was thrown out due to the lack of evidence.
Brookstone School to hire Columbus Legend Bobby Howard
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Big news out of Brookstone School. Tuesday morning, via Facebook Brookstone School Athletics announced Columbus Legend Bobby Howard will be joining the coaching staff of both the Varsity Football and Varsity Baseball teams. Howard returns to Columbus after a short stint in Lynn Haven, Florida, where...
Tech Soccer Hosts Mercer in Exhibition Game
Your Tennessee Tech Soccer team gets set to host the Bears of Mercer University in an exhibition game on Sunday, August 4 at 2:00 p.m. All fans receive free admission to all home soccer games!. The Golden Eagles start off the 2024 season under Head Coach Corey Boyd who previously...
Oconee County Little League plays for shot at World Series. How to watch, follow scores
Oconee County Little League is one step from the Little League World Series in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The 10-12 year old All-Star team won the Georgia Little League championship two weeks ago, qualifying itself for the 8-team Southeast Region Tournament beginning Thursday in Warner Robins. ...
New Westmont Elementary will not be ready for students next week
EVANS, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - When students come to Westmont Elementary in Columbia County, they’ll be in a brand-new school. But that won’t be next week, because the school isn’t ready yet. Instead, students will meet for the first week at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center, located...
Columbus City Council, United Way discuss homelessness in the city
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus City Council held a work session Tuesday morning. At the top of the agenda was an update on homelessness across the city. We need to quit assuming that everyone who walks down the street with a backpack is homeless. Pat Frey, Vice President of United Way of the Chattahoochee Valley, […]
Fort Moore nonprofit thrift store opens larger location to help community
FORT MOORE, Ga. (WRBL) — In an effort to “Be Moore” for the community, an on-post thrift store closed its doors for nearly a month. On the morning of July 30, it reopened in a new location. The nonprofit Fort Moore Thrift Store, run by the Fort Moore Spouses Club, is an important part of […]
JENNIE: Area’s first ketamine clinic opens in Evans
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)– You’ve heard a lot about ketamine- sometimes called “Special K”- in the news. Our guest today gives us a fresh perspective about the medical benefits of the drug. Earlier this summer, a Ketamine infusion clinic called Elevated Health Augusta opened in Evans, GA. It was established to provide cutting-edge ketamine infusions, offering […]
Georgia leaders discuss importance of farmland preservation at meeting in Statesboro
STATESBORO, Ga. — The Georgia Senate Committee for Farmland Preservation held its first public meeting in Statesboro on Tuesday. Several big names were in attendance, including the state’s agriculture commissioner and the president of the Georgia Conservancy. They got to hear directly from farmers and family members of farmers.
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