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'It’s a good reminder to be careful' | Central Georgia traffic picking up ahead of Labor Day weekend
PEACH COUNTY, Ga. — As Labor Day weekend approaches, Georgia drivers are preparing for heavy traffic and increased law enforcement presence on major highways. The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announced that Georgia State Patrol troopers will be out in full force throughout the weekend to ensure the safety of motorists.
New report finds shortage of workers is impacting construction projects in Georgia
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A new report from the Associated General Contractors of America shows the impact of workforce shortages on infrastructure construction across the state. A survey found that 91% of construction companies in Georgia are struggling to find workers. Analysis shows it’s impacting their ability to...
Watch: Harris, Walz campaign in Georgia on final day of tour
Vice President Harris delivered remarks Thursday during a rally in Savannah, Ga., hours before her first joint interview with running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) will air. The political duo will also sit down with CNN’s Dana Bash for their first major media interview since being officially nominated at the Democratic National Convention earlier…
Georgia women break 3 state skydiving records with group jump
MONROE, Ga. - Georgia has three new state skydiving records thanks to a 12-member team of brave women who believe the sky's the limit. Now, they hope their amazing feat will spotlight the sport and inspire others to reach for the stars. There's no one way to describe the feeling...
Georgia Paralympic athletes anticipate competition and celebration in 2024 Paris games
At only 19 days old, swimmer and Georgia native McKenize Coan had already been given what is described as “a death sentence.”. After being diagnosed with osteogenesis imperfecta, doctors informed Coan’s parents that they didn’t expect her to live a long or comfortable life. “And if I...
MCSO school resource vehicles sporting a new look
Madison County Sheriff’s Office Contributor The Madison County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the addition of two new custom wrapped patrol vehicles to their fleet. The first is a dodge charger that highlights Autism Awareness driven by school resource deputy, Sgt. Joey Knight, assigned to Madison County Central School. Sgt. Knight is also a D.A.R.E. instructor who routinely visits all district schools within the county. The second is a dodge charger representing Madis.
Ex-teacher gets 5 years in prison for threatening Florida judge in LGBTQ case
A retired teacher was sentenced on Wednesday to five years in prison for threatening in obscenity-filled voicemails to harm a federal judge in Florida who had rejected a challenge to the state’s so-called “don’t say gay” law restricting classroom discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity.
FAMU Announces Lt. Audrey Alexander as Police Chief
Lt. Audrey Alexander has more than two decades of law enforcement experience and is a military veteran.(photo credit: Ernest Nelfrard) Florida A&M University (FAMU) Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer Rebecca Brown has announced the appointment of Lt. Audrey Alexander as chief of police, effective September 13, 2024.
Welcome to the neighborhood: Here's when new Columbia County subdivision cuts the ribbon
Partners in a new 100-unit subdivision in Grovetown will officially cut the ribbon on the development in September. The ceremony for Stanley Martin Homes' Ferguson Farms will be at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 18, according to the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce. The public is invited. ...
Brooks County vs. Cook High School football live stream, TV – Friday, August 30
We have an exciting high school game, with Cook High School taking on Brooks County High School in Adel, GA on Friday, August 30, starting at 7:30 p.m. ET. Don’t miss out on a single high school game. Sign up for an NFHS Network annual pass and get full access to live regular season and postseason sporting events and get 45% off compared to a monthly pass.
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