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Legislators hear pros, cons of semesters vs. quarters in university system
Georgia lawmakers heard arguments for and against the University System of Georgia's current semester system compared to the quarter system the state's public colleges and universities used until 1999, with the semester system providing more opportunities for students to take courses and enter the workforce. The post Legislators hear pros, cons of semesters vs. quarters in university system appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
AT&T workers across Georgia strike over contract negotiations
ATLANTA - More than 17,000 AT&T workers in Georgia and across the Southeast are on strike after accusing the company of unfair labor practices during contract negotiations this summer. The Communications Workers of America — the union representing the striking employees — said workers walked off the job Friday in...
Georgia man charged with stealing air conditioner from church
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — A 45-year-old man faces charges in both Georgia and Tennessee after authorities say he stole an air conditioning unit from a church along with a truck. Deputies in Walker County stopped William Michael Crawley on Sunday after he was spotted driving a truck stolen out of Hamilton County, according to Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson.
Berry Tops SAA Football Coaches Preseason Poll
CANTON, Ga. – Coming off back-to-back second place finishes, Berry College will head into this season as the favorite to take the conference crown, finishing No. 1 in the 2024 SAA football preseason poll. The Vikings picked up 47 total points and five first place nods to top the poll for the first time since the ranking started in 2021. Three-time defending SAA outright champion Trinity was a close second in the poll, earning 45 points and the remaining three first place votes. Centre was third with 36 points, followed by Rhodes (31) and Hendrix (25). Voting was conducted among…
Suspect charged in overdose death of Sandy Springs woman
A Cumming woman has been charged with aggravated involuntary manslaughter for selling fentanyl-laced pills to a Sandy Springs resident who died from an overdose. The post Suspect charged in overdose death of Sandy Springs woman appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Raheem Morris: We don’t feel we need to play Michael Penix Jr. in preseason finale
After selecting Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall to be the heir apparent to Kirk Cousins, the Falcons have elected to limit the rookie quarterback’s playing time in the preseason. Penix was on the field for 24 snaps in the preseason opener against Miami, completing 9-of-16 passes for...
WATCH: The Wild Response a Top 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Gave When Atlanta Police Finally Caught Him
Atlanta residents can sleep a little more soundly knowing that one of the city’s most wanted criminals is finally in police custody after his arrest last week. Randy Baugh has been a wanted man since escaping from custody in 2023, and thanks to surveillance footage, Baugh is behind bars once again.
Athens restaurant roundup: $20 wine tastings at Pine Bar, new menu items at Bar Bruno and more
With summer fading and the second week of school now in full swing, Athens eateries are rolling out fresh promotions and events. From new menu items to exciting community happenings, local spots are buzzing with activity. See this week's highlights in our latest restaurant roundup. Gusto! Athens. WHAT: Gusto! Athens...
Around Town: Latest Las Palmas About Ready as Chain Marks 27 Years. Goodbye Pizza, Hello Oriental
Las Palmas is just about ready to open its third Rome area location, this one in Armuchee Village in the all-too-brief home of El Rancho. The operators have spent two months making some changes, inside and out, at 3349 Martha Berry Highway. They most recently posted a video on the Facebook home of the original Rome site (Shorter) with a brief look at the restyled interior. We recommend giving it...
Hotrods & Heroes Car Show to support Smyrna’s first responders
The Smyrna Public Safety Foundation submitted the following news release:. The Smyrna Public Safety Foundation will host a car show and a softball game as part of a free, family-friendly community event to support Smyrna’s first responders. The foundation will hold the Hotrods & Heroes Car Show and the...
I-20 construction at the state line nearing the end
AUGUSTA, Ga (WJBF)- For four years, crews worked to widen and replace the old bridges on I-20 over the Augusta Canal and the Savannah River. This construction has been frustrating for drivers since it started in December 2019, but they may not have to deal with it much longer. The project, a collaboration between the […]
Scofflaw expands hemp-derived beverage line, offers contract services to other brands
Scofflaw Brewing in Atlanta is ready to enter the nascent non-alcoholic market with a line of THC-infused beverages. At the same time, Scofflaw is extending their expertise in the hemp-derived beverage market to other brands. “We are excited to expand the Scofflaw brand into the growing market of sober-curious beverages...
Tracking higher rain chances to end the work week
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) - Dry air will dominate the forecast in the short term, but the weather pattern turns more soggy to end the week. A calm and comfortable night is ahead across the Big Bend and South Georgia. We are tracking dry weather under a mostly clear sky. For most of us, low temperatures bottom out in the lower-70s, but a few spots may wake up in the upper-60s.
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