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Ransomware attack disables computers at blood center serving 250 hospitals in Carolinas, Florida, Georgia
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A not-for-profit blood center serving much of the southeastern United States is facing a ransomware attack, officials said Wednesday. OneBlood said the attack had disabled its information technology, forcing it to operate at a reduced capacity in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas. To manage its blood supply, the blood center was […]
Athens-Clarke County Police Department investigates fatal car crash
Gustavo Guerra Martinez, 40, was transported to a local hospital after his 2005 Toyota Tundra struck a tree on Wednesday, July 31, at approximately 9:04 a.m. Athens-Clarke County Police Department officers responded to the 400 block of Fowler Drive to find the unresponsive driver following the single-vehicle accident. The officers began life-saving efforts, but Guerra died in the hospital from his injuries. This is the fifth fatal crash in Athens-Clarke County in 2024.
Georgia Writers Museum hosts mystery writer Lo Patrick
EATONTON, Ga. —From the acclaimed author of “The Floating Girls”comes the hot-off-the-press “The Night the River Wept,” a contemporary Georgia story about a small-town, stay-at-home wife who suffers a tragic miscarriage and finds herself completely lost—until a job volunteering at the local police station becomes the opportunity to investigate the county’s most notorious cold case.
Satisfaction-Rolling Stones Tribute coming to The Plaza Aug. 24
Mick Jagger famously sang, “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction,” and since then, the world has loved The Rolling Stones. In fact, the International Rolling Stones Tribute named themselves “Satisfaction,” and has toured all over the world bringing the Stones to the people. According to the...
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.
Georgia dismisses receiver Rara Thomas following latest arrest
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart announced on Thursday that the program has dismissed wide receiver Rara Thomas. Thomas' dismissal comes less than a week after the senior was arrested on charges that included a felony charge of cruelty to children. "I had a chance to sit down and meet with...
UGA develops strategic enrollment plan
New initiatives will maintain the highest-quality student experience. In response to the record number of applicants in recent years, the University of Georgia has released its first strategic enrollment management plan since 2007. This fall, UGA will welcome close to 6,200 first-year students from a pool of more than 43,000...
Rise and Grind: Expect the unexpected during Georgia's fall camp
Welcome to the first edition of Rise and Grind, a daily series where I start every morning by tackling what's on my mind about Georgia football. If you want to start your mornings on a high note, wash your face, start your coffeemaker, and get ready to Rise and Grind.
Young voters say inflation, housing prices important in upcoming election
ATLANTA — This election, candidates will be trying to woo young voters – a group that often sits out elections in numbers greater than the rest of the electorate. Young voters may be impacted more than most by the economy – especially young adults trying to get into the housing market.
Krispy Kreme's $1 doughnut deal to celebrate Team USA | List of metro Atlanta locations
ATLANTA — Krispy Kreme is offering $1 doughnuts on Wednesday to celebrate Team USA during the Paris Olympics!. For one day only, on Wednesday, July 31, the doughnut chain is inviting Olympics fans to "Go For the Glaze." According to Krispy Kreme's website, all full-size doughnuts are available for...
Athens Courthouse reopens following bed bug treatment
The Athens-Clarke County Courthouse at 325 East Washington Street will resume regular operations on Wednesday, July 31 at 8:00 AM following additional bed bug treatments in some areas. While recent inspections on July 30 found no bed bug activity on any floor, Municipal Court and the Law Library will remain...
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