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Police: Employee suspected of $4,200 worth of iPhone thefts at FedEx in Athens
Athens-Clarke police detectives are investigating the alleged in-house thefts of merchandise at the FedEx facility on Olympic Drive. Police began their investigation on Tuesday after an executive with FedEx reported they had evidence that an employee working as a truck driver was stealing packages, according to the report. The employee was seen taking packages...
High School Football Week Zero Action
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Georgia High School Association and Sunshine State Athletic Association kicked off the 2024 regular season on August 16. The Paxon Eagles soared to a thrilling 22-20 victory over the West Nassau Warriors, thanks to a dramatic goal-line stand that set the tone for their season opener.
Recreational Sports associate director finds meaning in movement
To Lance Haynie, recreation goes far beyond a few laps in the pool or a pickup basketball game. As the associate director for programs in the Department of Recreational Sports, he takes his part in the Division of Student Affairs’ holistic approach to student health seriously. “I’m a big...
Lavonia Kindness Month Focuses on Helping Animals at the Shelter
The City of Lavonia is continuing its kindness initiative this month by turning its attention to helping animals in need. At the Lavonia City Council meeting earlier this month, Mayor Courtney Umbehant encouraged citizens to donate to the local animal shelter. Umbehant noted recently that as of June this year,...
17,000 Workers at AT&T Southeast Strike Over Unfair Labor Practices
ATLANTA, Ga. (WSAV)—Communications Workers of America (CWA) employed by AT&T Southeast are on strike to protest labor practices committed by management during negotiations for a new union contract according to their press release. The strike will involve over 17,000 technicians, customer service representatives and others who install, maintain and support AT&T’s residential and business wireline […]
Southeast Georgia Road Work Weekly Traffic Interruption Advisory Aug 17-23
Southeast Georgia Road Work... Weekly Traffic Interruption Advisory SOUTHEAST GA - Georgia Department of Transportation continues essential road work throughout Southeast Georgia. As a result, work on construction and maintenance projects will continue Saturday, August 17 through Friday, August 23. All work subject to change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are cautioned to reduce their speed while traveling through work zones, pay attention and watch for workers. Traffic interruptions are listed below by interstates, categories, and counties. Interstate 95 I-95 at FL State line Camden County St. Marys River Bridge Rehab Overnight Lane closures in GA...
Weather Impact Alert | Central Georgia in Level 2 risk for severe weather on Sunday
MACON, Ga. — The 13WMAZ weather team is issuing a weather impact alert day for Sunday afternoon as strong thunderstorms are expected in our area. The Storm Prediction Center has outlined a level 2 out of 5 risk for most of Central Georgia for severe weather. The main concern...
Distracted driving responsible for over half of crashes in Georgia, report says
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - A new report from the Georgia Office of Highway Safety underscores the importance of putting down your phone, turning off your radio and focusing on the conditions around you. According to a report, 53% of crashes come from distracted driving. Distracted driving is defined by the...
Red Cross volunteers continue to aid Tropical Storm Debby victims
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - People in the two-state are still recovering 10 days after Tropical Storm Debby impacted our area. On Friday, we visited our local Red Cross to see where they stand in recovery efforts. Up to 50 emergency shelters were opened up across Georgia, South Carolina and North...
Kemp extends emergency declaration from Debby
ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp has extended the state of emergency in parts of Georgia in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Debby until Tuesday, Aug. 20. The lingering effects of last week’s storm were still being felt Friday in southeastern Georgia in the form of floodwaters after Debby dropped more than 10 inches of rain in already saturated areas. The Ogeechee and Canoochee rivers overflowed their banks. Several provisions in...
Carr announces new head for state’s Organized Retail Crime Unit
(The Center Square) – Georgia's Organized Retail Crime Unit is a first, and Assistant District Attorney Timothy Ruffini has been tapped to lead it by state Attorney General Chris Carr. Carr said the initiative will work to stop the rise in organized retail theft and cyber crimes across the state. “From North Georgia and metro Atlanta to South Georgia and the coast, we have seen unprecedented success in putting away...
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