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UGA leads several Georgia universities in liquor law arrests since 2020—And by a wide margin
The University of Georgia has recorded the highest number of liquor law violation arrests combined over a three year span compared to several other major universities in the state. According to the most recently released Clery reports, UGA had a total of 193 arrests for liquor law violations from 2020 to 2022, significantly outpacing its peers. ...
Missing in Georgia: Police searching for teenage girl not seen in several days
COLUMBUS, Ga. — Above video: Your Thursday headlines. Police in Georgia need your help finding a missing teenager. Adrian Black, 17, was reported missing Monday. According to the Columbus Police Department, she was last spotted on the 4000 block of Harbin Street around 11 p.m. Sunday. She has brown...
These 2 Big Lots locations in Georgia will soon be closing
Two Georgia Big Lots locations will be closing soon, according to the discount retailer's website. The store at 13051 Abercorn Street in Savannah and 687 Main Street in Thomson will soon close their doors for good. A final closing date is not yet known. ...
Gov. Kemp confirms another huge investment in Georgia, $28 million project to provide 130 new jobs
Atlanta, Georgia – Ritz Instrument Transformers has announced a $28 million investment in a new facility in Waynesboro, therefore boosting Georgia’s manufacturing economy and likely generating 130 new jobs. This development comes as Governor Brian Kemp leads a trade mission in Italy, highlighting Georgia’s growing appeal to international businesses.
Mary Joy Moosman Foundation hosts lemonade stands on July 27 for Arnold’s recovery
When life gives you lemons, you start a lemonade stand. Mary Joy’s Lemonade stands will be spread around the Southeast on Saturday, July 27. The Mary Joy Moosman Foundation will be putting on four lemonade stands to raise funds for Hadilee Arnold’s recovery. Moosman, the namesake of the foundation, and Arnold were two of the […] The post Mary Joy Moosman Foundation hosts lemonade stands on July 27 for Arnold’s recovery appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Cemetery kills plan for new homes, but P&Z approves others over neighbors’ objections
Plans to complete yearslong abandoned phases of existing subdivisions present a problem for existing homeowners trying to maintain neighborhood standards. Monday, Macon-Bibb County’s Planning & Zoning Commission heard from many people opposed to new developments off Hartley Bridge and Heath roads, but they approved all but one of the proposals at Monday’s hearing.
Macon Film Festival to open 19th year with international premiere of ‘Red Fever’
The Macon Film Festival will open its 19th year with the international premiere of the documentary “Red Fever.” This year’s festival runs from Aug. 15-18. According to a press release, the documentary screening is possible through a partnership with the Fire Starters Film Festival, which celebrates Indigenous filmmakers. “Red Fever” comes from directors Catherine Bainbridge […] The post Macon Film Festival to open 19th year with international premiere of ‘Red Fever’ appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Miracle Treat Day aims to raise crucial funds for Georgia children's hospitals
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — If you've been craving a Dairy Queen Blizzard, getting one on Thursday will do more than satisfy your sweet tooth. On Thursday, July 25, buying a Blizzard from participating Georgia Dairy Queens will benefit the Atrium Health Levine Children's Beverly Knight Olson Children's Hospital in Macon.
Tougher bus law in Georgia; new speed cameras for MCSD this school year
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) -Children aren’t the only ones who have to get back into the routine of school. If you’re a driver, it’s time to start getting used to watching your speed limit in school zones especially when kids get off and on the school bus. A...
Showers and storms are back again for South Georgia
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Thursday features more rounds of showers and storms. As moisture levels remain elevated, the excessive rainfall outlook continues to highlight a marginal risk for flash flooding across the area. Highs for the day will be impacted by the rainfall and cloud cover leaving many in the upper 80s and low 90s.
Pedestrian hit, killed in Washington County
TENNILLE, Ga. (WJBF) – Deputies and Emergency Services Personnel are on the scene of an fatal accident involving a pedestrian on the 4000 Block of Hwy 68 South of Tennille. Authorities said drivers should expect traffic delays as traffic will be diverted. Georgia State Patrol is responding to investigate the circumstances of the accident. Traffic […]
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