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Wells Fargo removing ATMs from Georgia QuikTrips
ATLANTA - Georgia QuikTrips are making a big change inside their stores. A sign at one of the gas station chain's DeKalb County stores says that Wells Fargo will no longer operate ATMs inside of Georgia QuikTrips. While the sign says that the ATMs will be removed "soon," it did...
Savannah, nearly all of Georgia abnormally dry; some corn crops could be 'total loss'
Nearly half of Georgia is experiencing drought conditions, and more than 95% of the state is now considered “abnormally dry,” according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Much of the Southeast is facing similar conditions “due to the hot weather...
Artificial intelligence to affect broad range of public services
ATLANTA – Georgia lawmakers may or may not develop legislation this summer and fall to establish state standards for regulating emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technology. But one certainty that became clear from the inaugural hearing of a state Senate study committee late last month is that AI will dramatically affect a wide range of government policy areas, from economic development to health care, education, public safety and transportation. “It’s going...
Empire outhits Rincon to claim its first district championship in organization’s brief history
Empire and Rincon combined for 26 hits with Empire collecting 16 of them in its 12-9 victory in the District 12 8-10 baseball championship Friday night at Manzanita Park. Empire, which went 4-0 in the tournament, including two wins over Rincon, advances to the state tournament that begins July 13 at Gilbert.
Where are they Now? Revisiting the Stars: What's Happening with Former Richmond Hill and Effingham Athletes?
Former athletes from Richmond Hill and Effingham are currently in the spotlight for their performances and career achievements. Jeremiah Hill, who attended Richmond Hill High School is gaining recognition for his basketball skills at the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament. On the other hand, Sydnie Marinez, a graduate of Effingham County High School, has been making history in the world of soccer by becoming a signee for Brooklyn FC in the USL Super League. Her play throughout her career and internationally is attracting attention.
Bananas face Firefighters on prime time ESPN broadcast
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - If you’re not one of the few lucky enough to secure tickets to see the Savannah Bananas in person, normally, the only other way to catch the game is on the Bananas’ YouTube channel. But Friday night, the game of Banana Ball hit the prime time.
South Georgia sees summer heat and rainfall on Sunday
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - On Sunday, July 7, South Georgia saw more showers and storms as a boundary remains over the area. Storms are expected throughout the day and could feature gusty winds and heavy rainfall. Depending on the coverage, rainfall may dampen how high temperatures rise. Many will be in the upper 80s and low 90s as lows return to the 70s.
The revolutionary war history in Savannah tying the heroes of the past to the heroes of today
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Savannah played a unique role in the Revolutionary War. The 'Siege of Savannah', a bloody battle of loss for the Americans that prepared them for a win at the Battle of Yorktown, the battle that won the war. It happened in Downtown Savannah at what is...
Timber Industry Pushes More Biomass Power
If there’s one thing Georgia has a ton of — actually a billion tons — it’s trees. The state leads the country in acres of private timberland and volume of timber harvested. Some in the timber industry think we should turn more of that wood into electricity.
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