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Group not satisfied with feds’ response to threatened lawsuit over Hyundai permits
Editor's note: This story has been updated to include language from a letter from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to the Ogeechee Riverkeeper. More than 30 days after threatening legal action to halt the largest economic development project in Georgia’s history, a lawyer on Thursday expressed impatience with federal officials for...
Lightning strike disables vehicle on I-16 near Metter
CANDLER COUNTY, Ga. — Candler County deputies say a vehicle was disabled in the middle of I-16 after being struck by lightning. Deputies say Metter Police initially responded around 3:30 p.m. Saturday to mile marker 103, that's near the Metter and Reidsville exit #104. The car came to a stop in the emergency lane on the westbound side.
Former Trump political director, now a Georgia Congressional candidate offers insight on tonight’s speech
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Former President Donald Trump is expected to make it official tonight and accept the Republican Party’s nomination at the top of the 2024 presidential ticket. That will happen at the National Convention in Milwaukee. And it comes just five days after Trump survived an assassination attempt. Georgia 3rd Congressional District Republican […]
Chick-fil-A dethroned as America’s best fast food restaurant, report says
(Gray News) - Chick-fil-A has been dethroned as America’s best fast food restaurant, according to USA Today. The Atlanta-based fast food restaurant was crowned No. 1 on the publication’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards for nine consecutive years. However, this year, the restaurant dropped to No. 3.
Jerry Seinfeld performing new comedy set at Macon City Auditorium this November
MACON, Ga. — Jerry Seinfeld will be bringing the laughs to the stage at the Macon City Auditorium in November, according to a press release from Oak View Group. Seinfeld is bringing his newest stand-up routine to Macon. He has been hailed for his uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.
Warner Robins working to develop a stronger brand and identity
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WPGA) - The City of Warner Robins is the works of forming a stronger sense of identity through a new branding project. There have already been focus groups and outside branding experts were invited to tour the City. One goal is to help identify the things that make Warner Robins unique and stand out from other areas.
Washington County Native Allisha Gray Wins WNBA 3-Point Contest and Skills Challenge
Washington County native Allisha Gray has made a life and career out of making history. On Friday night, the former WACO Lady Hawks Basketball standout notched another bit of prominence to her ever-growing lore when she became the first player – man or woman – to win the 3-Point Contest and Skills Challenge in the same season.
85 Years Ago: July 20, 1939
A protracted legal battle over the freedom of Mrs. Julia Wynn, of Dexter, convicted on February 8, 1934, of murder in the fatal shooting of Mrs. J.E. Burns, also of Dexter, was culminated today when the Georgia Prison and Parole Commission issued orders for her release on parole. Mrs. Wynn,...
Atlanta mother found dead 2 years after teen son, brother found shot to death, family says
ATLANTA — The mother of a 13-year-old boy who was found shot and killed in DeKalb County back in 2022 has now been found dead in Atlanta, the boy's father and police told 11Alive on Friday. Atlanta Police put out a missing person's report for 35-year-old Chanell Crosby on...
Child, 6, dies after being found face down in bathtub at home with younger sibling
GROVETOWN, Ga. (WRDW/Gray News) - Police in Georgia are investigating a possible child drowning. According to the Grovetown Police Department, first responders were called Thursday night about a possible drowning at an area home. Arriving officers said they found a 6-year-old child unresponsive on the bathroom floor. Emergency medical workers...
One man dead following shooting in Augusta
AUGUSTA (WJBF) – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deadly shooting in Augusta. On Saturday, July 20th, around 12:46 a.m., deputies responded to the 2400 block of Acapulco Drive in reference to shots fired. Upon arrival, they located an unidentified male who had been shot at least once. The Richmond County Coroner’s Office […]
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