Georgia State

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Labor Day may be a national holiday, but it's also a big day for family get-togethers and backyard grilling with friends, often requiring a quick dash to pick up extra hamburger buns or drinks. The good news is that plenty of retailers will be keeping their doors open on September 2. Others will remain closed on Labor Day — a national holiday in the U.S. since 1894 — while some stores might have shorter hours. Here's what to know about what's open and closed on Labor Day 2024. Is Costco open on Labor Day?Costco closes its doors for seven U.S. holidays each...

Here's what is open and closed on Labor Day 2024

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The long Labor Day weekend continues to take a deadly toll on Georgia’s roads, with at least 16 traffic fatalities reported across the state. Two Northeast Georgians are among the fatalities, according to Georgia State Patrol Post 52 in Hartwell. They were killed in a head-on collision on Highway 17 in Franklin County on August 31. Troopers say 36-year-old Lisa Carey of Royston and 51-year-old Jeffrey Wayne Burns of Lavonia both died at the scene.

Deadly Labor Day Weekend: 16 Fatalities on Georgia's Roads

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New Sightings of Mysterious Cryptid Continue Across the State of Georgia

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"They accidentally gave us 2 washers and a dryer when we only ordered 1 of each". Last month, Lowe’s experienced a glitch that lowered the price of its $2,300 Midea jumbo capacity refrigerator to just $169.

‘Lowe’s messed up’: Shopper says they got $2,300 fridge at Lowe’s for just $169

Atlanta, GA

Sweet, creamy, and packed with potassium, bananas are a favorite among fruits — and perfect to take on the go thanks to their rugged peels. But bananas can be tricky to store, ripening and bruising sooner than you plan to use them — or not soon enough when you're ready to eat.

The Best Way To Store Bananas So They Don't Turn Brown And Mushy

Franklin County, GA

Lavonia, GA

A driver and a passenger were killed, and another driver was seriously injured in a two-vehicle wreck on Highway 17 in Franklin County. According to troopers from Georgia State Patrol Post 52 in Hartwell, the crash happened just before 9:30 p.m. on August 31 near Old Royston Road.

Fatal Crash on Highway 17: 2 Dead, 1 Injured

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What are Dollar General's 2024 Labor Day Hours?

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

960 The Ref

Labor Day brings a long weekend for some and deals for everyone this year.

Labor Day 2024: Deals and freebies

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Naples, FL

Law & Crime

A Florida woman was arrested last week after following a couple home in her car while she was drunk, crashing into their mailbox, and then parking on their lawn, police in the Sunshine State say. The woman just so happens to be the mayor of Naples – a medium-sized city...

‘I am not the mayor’: Florida mayor arrested for DUI after allegedly blowing twice the legal limit, following couple home, crashing into their mailbox, and parking on their lawn

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. Whether you plan to spend your Labor Day relaxing, enjoying the last days of summer with a big outdoor gathering, or tackling a home renovation project before the temperatures drop, the long weekend is full of possibilities … as long as you have the right gear.

Is Home Depot Open on Labor Day? Find Out

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

The Aurora City Council at its study session Monday advanced a proposal by council member Stephanie Hancock to impound vehicles that are not registered and insured and driven by someone with a license.

Update: Aurora advances impound of unregistered, uninsured vehicles driven by unlicensed drivers

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

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Dollar Tree sells all of your everyday essentials year-round, but it also has a large selection of party supplies, balloons and seasonal decorations for every holiday and occasion. Most items cost...

8 Items To Get at Dollar Tree for Labor Day That Cost Way More at Walmart

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

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What’s open and closed this Labor Day

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - People are once again celebrating Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer, with cookouts and barbecues. Here’s what is open and closed...

What’s open and closed this Labor Day

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