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Druski Announces Inaugural Music And Comedy ‘Coulda Fest’
Druski reveals details for the inaugural Coulda Fest, highlighting both music and comedy. Set for Sept. 7 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, the first-ever event brings Hip-Hop acts representing the city to the forefront. Eminem Escapes Death, Common & Pete Rock Kick Knowledge, Ice Spice & Central Cee Collide And More Hip-Hop Release Co-hosted by Druski and comedian/actor DC Young Fly, the lineup includes Lil Baby, Soulja Boy, Waka Flocka Flame, Yung Joc, Young Dro, Roscoe Dash, Navv Greene, Travis Porter, DJ Unk, Baby Drill, Baby Kia, Shop Boyz, Yung LA, F.L.Y., Rich Kidz, and Ugliest Rapper Alive. Kai Cenat...
Townsend defeats Stephens in Atlanta Open’s final Sunday Showdown
Taylor Townsend defeated Sloane Stephens in two sets on Sunday night, bringing her vibrant personality and powerful serves to the Atlanta Open Showdown. The post Townsend defeats Stephens in Atlanta Open’s final Sunday Showdown appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Four “Rocket Fuel” defendants sentenced
Four defendants in a multi-jurisdictional drug investigation were sentenced last week at the Oconee County Courthouse. All four entered guilty pleas to state grand jury indictments alleging their parts in a drug trafficking conspiracy that primarily involved heroin and methamphetamine. It was three years ago, at a Walhalla news conference, that Oconee Sheriff Mike Crenshaw and Alan Wilson, the state attorney’s general and others announced the indictments arose from the “Rocket Fuel” wiretap investigation, venued in both Oconee and Fairfield counties. The following sentences were announced Thursday: 16 years for Terrell Compton, for trafficking meth 28-100 grams and possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime; 12 years for Mitchell Weston, trafficking in meth 28-100 grams; 10 years for Julianna Sims, trafficking in meth and trafficking in heroin; and five years for Gregory Goodine, distribution of meth and distribution of heroin. A fifth defendant last week, Mamie Black, pleaded guilty for trafficking meth, but sentencing in her case was deferred.
How the HOPE Scholarship is giving hope to students all over Georgia
MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga. — On July 16, Governor Kemp announced that $15 billion was given to 2.1 million Georgia natives by the HOPE Scholarship. This year alone, around 2,723 students were given the HOPE Scholarship at Georgia College and State University. To qualify for the HOPE Scholarship you must be a Georgia resident and keep a 3.0 GPA.
NGTC Auto Tech Program Granted Reaccreditation
North Georgia Technical College’s (NGTC) automotive technology program was recently granted reaffirmation of accreditation by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Established in 1972, ASE seeks to promote excellence and cultivate a skilled workforce in the automotive service industry with the help of the ASE Education Foundation.
In Georgia, companies want to cut emissions. Utilities are holding them back.
This story is part of a collaboration with Grist and WABE to demystify the Georgia Public Service Commission, the small but powerful state-elected board that makes critical decisions about everything from raising electricity bills to developing renewable energy. With much fanfare and celebration, Georgia Power, the state’s largest electricity provider,...
Missing in Georgia: 10-year-old boy not seen in several weeks
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Above video: Your Monday headlines. Authorities in Georgia need your help finding a young boy not seen in several weeks. According to the Richmond County Sheriff's Office, Ezekiel Reed, 10, was last seen June 1 in Augusta. The RCSO shared information about the boy's disappearance Monday...
National bail fund returns to Georgia after judge says limits were arbitrary
ATLANTA (AP) — The Bail Project, a national nonprofit that aids thousands of low-income people behind bars, said Monday it is reopening its Atlanta branch after a judge temporarily blocked part of a Georgia law that restricts organizations from helping people pay bail. Last month, the Bail Project said it would no longer be able to […]
Toccoa City Commission to hold work session, regular meeting today
The Toccoa City Commission will meet twice today. First, Commissioners will meet for a work session at 3p.m., followed by a regularly scheduled meeting at 5 p.m.. Both meetings will take place at City Hall, 92 N. Alexander Street. On the agenda for the work session is a discussion of...
Repeat Offender from Winterville Pleads Guilty to Armed Drug Trafficking
A Northeast Georgia resident with a lengthy criminal history pleaded guilty to armed drug trafficking charges in federal court today. Mandrell Antwoin Hull, 43, of Winterville, Georgia, pleaded guilty to one count of possession with intent to distribute cocaine and one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon before U.S. District Judge Tilman E. Self, III on July 22. Hull faces a minimum mandatory of 15 years in prison up to a maximum sentence of life in prison. His sentencing date will be determined by the Court. There is no parole in the federal system.
Fulton Fresh Mobile Market brings free vegetables to food deserts
The parking lot at St. Mark AME Church on Campbellton Road began to fill up well before 10 a.m. Tuesday. The Fulton Fresh Mobile Market, a white box truck with “Follow me to freshness” painted on the side, was already parked outside as people filed into a large room in the church basement.
Homeowner disputes neighbor's outrageous claim that tree is dying: 'There is actually symbiosis going on here'
When we hear stories about trees being cut down unnecessarily, images of large-scale deforestation typically come to mind. However, the pressure to eliminate healthy trees can hit a lot closer to home and even within our residential homeowners associations. In a viral Reddit post, one homeowner shared pictures from several...
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