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Georgia QB Carson Beck inks elite NIL deal with private jet company
Georgia quarterback and preseason Heisman Trophy contender Carson Beck reached a new milestone Friday by securing an elite NIL deal. Beck signed a season-long contract with AirStar Charter, a private jet service located in Georgia. Beck joins Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart and Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers as college athletes endorsed by private jet companies. The deal, which was facilitated by Everett Sports Marketing, included a commercial featuring Beck alongside his mom and sister.
Exclusive: Spelman College’s Move-In Day Marks The Start Of A New Chapter For The Class Of 2028
The historic grounds of Spelman College buzzed with energy as the Class of 2028 began their collegiate journey during the institution’s highly anticipated Move-In Day, held on Aug. 14. As the sun rose over the iconic gates, families from across the country arrived with cars packed full of suitcases,...
Man arrested after allegedly shooting at car in road rage incident near school, Lilburn police say
LILBURN, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A man has been arrested after allegedly shooting at a car during a road rage incident near a school, according to Lilburn police. Police said an officer responded to Lilburn Stone Mountain Road and Arcado Road around 7:30 a.m. Wednesday. Parkview Christian School is located at the intersection.
Buford Man Sentenced to Life for Killing Teen in Botched Drug Robbery
A Buford man has been sentenced to life in prison for the fatal shooting of a teenager during a failed drug robbery. On Thursday evening, a Gwinnett County jury found Jaiden Williams, 20, guilty of two counts of felony murder, aggravated assault, criminal attempt to commit a felony, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. The charges stem from the July 26, 2021, death of 17-year-old Orbit Pough III.
Man Pleads Guilty to Vehicular Homicide in Death of Georgia State Trooper
Gerson Danilo Ayala-Rodriguez, 21, of Norcross, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to first-degree vehicular homicide in the death of Georgia State Trooper Jimmy Cenescar. Alongside the felony charge, Ayala-Rodriguez was convicted on multiple misdemeanor counts, including reckless driving, speeding, driving without a license, operating a vehicle without insurance, and operating an unregistered vehicle. As part of the plea agreement, Ayala-Rodriguez will serve 17 years in prison.
Gateway85 CID Executive Director, Emory Morsberger, and Board Member, Mike Reams, Named to the Top 200 Most Influential of Georgia’s Creative Industries
Gateway85 CID Executive Director, Emory Morsberger, and Board Member, Mike Reams, Named to the Top 200 Most Influential of Georgia’s Creative Industries. Norcross, GA ‐ August 15, 2024 – Georgia Entertainment, the leading source of news and information for the film, broadcast, music, esports, arts, gaming and other areas of digital entertainment, has released the names of the 200 Most Influential of Georgia’s Creative Industries. The individuals are highlighted in the second edition of the bi-annual printed publication – Georgia Entertainment: The Creative Economy Journal and include Gateway85 CID executive director, Emory Morsberger, and board member Mike Reams with OFS.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Raffensperger slams Georgia election board proposal to hand-count ballots as ‘misguided’
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger criticized a rule being considered by the State Election Board that would require poll workers to count ballots by hand on Election Day. The rule, proposed by Sharlene Alexander, a member of the Fayette County Board of Elections and Voter Registration, would require three poll workers to hand-count all […]
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