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FBI Offers $3,000 For Leads on Unknown South Georgia Bank Robber
The FBI is putting money on the table. They’re offering up to $3,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those behind a recent bank robbery. The Atlanta Field Office, along with the Valdosta Resident Agency, needs the public’s help. On October 31, 2023, around 11:30 a.m., a man robbed the Barwick Banking Company in Barwick.
Roswell Man Indicted for Threatening FBI Director Christopher Wray on 4Chan
A Roswell man faces federal charges for threatening to injure FBI Director Christopher Wray and others. John Woodbury, 34, has been indicted for transmitting interstate threats, according to U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan. “Sending threats to physically harm a public official in an attempt to thwart the administration of justice...
Looking to Escape Georgia’s Insane Heat? Here Are The Top Coolest Vacation Spots
As Georgia bakes under a relentless sun, many residents are seeking out a vacation to cooler climates, giving birth to the hottest trend in travel: “coolcations.”. 🥵 Why It Matters: With temperatures in the Peach State climbing higher than a Georgia pine, finding relief has become more urgent than a sweet tea refill on a scorching day.
Georgia Democrats Attack Project 2025 Agenda as Biden Campaign Flounders
Georgia Democrats are joining their national colleagues in sounding the alarm about an influential conservative think tank’s presidential transition plan called Project 2025. The plan stirring controversy is a dense 922-page policy agenda from the Heritage Foundation that calls for overhauling government agencies, passing the most stringent abortion ban...
Photos: Fire Engulfs Mableton Home, Residents Escape Unharmed
A residential fire broke out on Registry Oaks Lane in Mableton prompting a large-scale response from Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services. Multiple fire crews from Battalions 1 and 2 were deployed to combat the blaze. Firefighters focused on extinguishing the fire and protecting neighboring homes. All occupants of the...
Plant Vogtle Nuclear Reactor Back in Service After Valve Problem
A nuclear reactor at Plant Vogtle that operators shut down last week is back in service and sending power to the electric grid, Georgia Power officials reported Wednesday. Unit 3 at the nuclear plant south of Augusta, which went into full commercial operation last summer, was taken offline July 8 because of a problem with a valve on one of its three main pumps.
Escaped Inmate At Large After Walking Away From Towns County Work Detail
Bruce Douglas Partin Jr., a 39-year-old inmate with the Towns County Sheriff’s Office inmate work detail, escaped into the woods on Monday afternoon. 🕵️♂️ The Details: On July 15, 2024, around 2:30 p.m., Partin was working at the Towns County Transfer Station off Highway 288 when he walked away from his work duty into the nearby woods. Despite deploying drones and a K-9 tracking dog, the Towns County Sheriff’s Office has been unable to locate him.
Body of Pregnant Teen Found in Gwinnett County Woods: Her Ex-Boyfriend Has Been Arrested
Gwinnett Police are investigating the death of a pregnant 16-year-old girl, Mia Campos, whose body was discovered in a wooded area in Loganville on July 15. 🚔 The Details: Around 1 a.m. on July 15, officers responded to the 3600 block of Stephens Road following a 911 call from Campos’ family. They reported finding her body using a cell phone tracking application after she failed to return home the previous night. Campos had last been seen leaving with an unknown individual.
12 Gwinnett High School Seniors Win National Merit Scholarships
Twelve seniors from Gwinnett County Public Schools have been awarded 2024 National Merit Scholarships, sponsored by U.S. colleges and universities. The winners are:. Brandon J. Woolfolk (Environmental Engineering) – University of Central Florida. Brookwood High School:. Aidan T. Stanley (Computer Science) – University of Alabama. Duluth High School:
5% of Parents Are Willing to Dumpster Dive to Save on School Supplies
Three in four parents would try “any” workaround to save money on school supplies — with some even dumpster diving and stealing from work — finds a new survey. A poll of 2,000 U.S. parents of elementary school kids found 77% believe staying under their budget is top priority for them.
Back to School in Burke County Means Speed Detection Cameras Are Back
With the new school year approaching, the speed detection cameras along the Highway 25 Bypass by Burke County High School will be reactivated. The cameras will monitor traffic from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, starting on August 5th. 🚸 The Details: The reactivation of these speed detection...
Fatal Crash in Cobb County: What We Know
An afternoon accident on Hicks Road at the intersection with Fisher Drive resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries Tuesday afternoon. 🚓 The Details: Cobb Police are investigating a fatal collision that occurred at 3:31 p.m.. Preliminary reports indicate a white GMC Sierra was traveling southbound on Hicks Road when it crossed the center line, colliding with a black GMC Yukon XL traveling northbound.
Inflation Watch: Georgians Face Significant Financial Distress
A recent WalletHub study placed Georgia as the 6th most financially distressed state in the U.S. for 2024. 💰 Why It Matters: This ranking highlights the financial challenges many Georgians are facing, potentially impacting their ability to meet basic needs, save for the future, or handle unexpected expenses. 📊...
Two Dead After Police Shooting in Banks County
Two people died during a police shooting in Banks County on Monday morning. Forsyth County deputies were serving an arrest warrant when the shooting occurred. Around 9:30 a.m., Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrived at a residence on Tipton Drive in Alto to serve an arrest warrant. The shooting...
Missing Georgia Teen Sparks Urgent Search: Have You Seen Madison Lynn Collins?
A 15-year-old girl named Madison Lynn Collins has gone missing from her home in Douglas County, Georgia, prompting local authorities to launch a search operation. 🚨 Why It Matters: The disappearance of a minor is always a serious concern for communities. Quick action and public awareness can be crucial in locating missing individuals and ensuring their safe return.
‘Valve Issue’ Shuts Down new Reactor at Plant Vogtle
One of the two newest nuclear reactors at Georgia Power’s Plant Vogtle has been shut down due to a “valve issue,” the Atlanta-based utility announced Tuesday. Operators at the plant’s Unit 3 safely shut down the reactor on July 8 due to lowering water levels in the steam generators caused by a problem with a valve on one of three main pumps. The main pumps send water that has been heated from the condenser through a series of heaters to be sent back to the steam generators.
What is South Fulton Doing to Combat Copper Theft?
The City of South Fulton has a new ordinance aimed at curbing the theft of copper and other semi-precious metals by imposing stricter regulations on recycling businesses. 🔍 Why It Matters: Metal theft, particularly copper and catalytic converters, has been a growing concern for residents and businesses. This ordinance could help reduce crime and protect property by making it harder for thieves to profit from stolen metals.
Fugitive from Connecticut Arrested in Glynn County
A fugitive wanted for multiple charges, including first-degree sexual assault, is now in custody thanks to the vigilant work of Glynn County Police officers. 🚨 The Details: Jamel Rasheen Young, subject to a nationwide extraditable warrant, was arrested Monday evening at Eagle Pointe Apartments. Naugatuck, Connecticut, police had tipped off Glynn County Police Department about Young’s likely arrival at his sister’s apartment in Glynn County.
15% of Georgians Drink When Making Big Money Moves: And That’s Less Than The National Average
A recent study revealed that 15% of Georgians turn to alcohol when facing major financial decisions, slightly below the national average of 21%. 🍺 What’s Happening: CardRates.com conducted a survey of 3,000 respondents, uncovering some sobering statistics:. Filing for bankruptcy topped the list of financial decisions most likely...
What Did Marjorie Taylor Greene Say At The Republican Convention?
(The Center Square) – America should embrace the spirit of hope, even after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump over the weekend, Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene said Monday night. This is “a somber moment for our nation . . . I thank God that his hand...
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