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Attorney general tells Sandy Springs to turn over payroll data
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — The Georgia Attorney General’s Office has joined a fight to pry loose payroll records from the grip of Sandy Springs officials, according to a July 18 letter sent to the city attorney. In 2023, Sandy Springs spent more than $41 million on salaries and...
Former Falcons tight end, quarterback signs with division rival Panthers
Arthur Smith made some strange roster decisions over his tenure as the head coach of the Atlanta Falcons. Among them was his insistence on converting former college quarterback Feleipe Franks into a tight end. To say things did not turn out would be an understatement. It was an utter disaster,...
Clayton County Public Schools Welcomes New Teachers
JONESBORO — The Clayton County Public Schools Department of Professional Learning held recently held a New Teacher Orientation for more than 300 new educators at the S. Truett Cathy Professional Learning Center. The July 19 event kicked off the Department’s annual New Teacher Orientation (NTO) Week. The new...
Hapeville police officer faces charges after hitting pedestrian in patrol car: Warrant
FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — A Hapeville Police Department officer was arrested Thursday after hitting and killing a man in her patrol car almost a year ago. According to a arrest warrants, 33-year-old Hapeville Officer Shada Canzater was taken into custody on homicide by vehicle in the second degree and failure to yield the right of way at a crosswalk.
Ga. man falls down 50-foot well while looking for cellphone
AUSTELL, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A 50-year-old man was rescued after being trapped in a well in Georgia for several hours overnight. A Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services heavy rescue team responded to the 7000 block of Hartman Road in Austell on Friday around 4:45 a.m. Officials said...
1885 Grill Opens in Downtown Kennesaw
KENNESAW — For Kennesaw residents like Joy Doss, this week’s grand opening of 1885 Grill means one less reason to travel out of the city for a more upscale dinner. “I’m thrilled that we have a place to come rather than having to go to Marietta or Acworth,” Doss said. “I love that you can make reservations and it’s a nice dinner, nice date night out place.” The restaurant serves...
'Every Bite a Delight': Couple Opens Marietta Bakery
MARIETTA — A Marietta couple is looking to bring a sense of nostalgia to the community after opening a bakery off Whitlock Avenue. Daysha Mayfield and husband Mark Mayfield said Sweet Living Bakery is a combination of their two favorite things: food and community. “We wanted to make sure that when (customers) came, they felt like they were getting something that was homemade...and they feel welcome every time they walk...
Investment firm buys Alpharetta’s Hamilton Hotel after foreclosure
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — The Hamilton Hotel, a luxury inn located in the heart of downtown, has new owners following a foreclosure sale that came years after it lost almost 25 percent of its appraised value. The Hamilton was foreclosed on July 2 and sold at auction by Mayfair Street...
Tigers make big push for ACC commit
Bryan Matthews • AuburnSports Senior Editor @BMattAU AUBURN | Samuel Turner committed to Georgia Tech June 9 but his recruitment is not quite over. Auburn stepped in with an offer June 26 and he visited Saturday for Big Cat Weekend. Now, the four-star wide receiver from Southwest Dekalb in Decatur, Ga., is planning to have a final decision within the next week or so. “I’m going to go home and think about it and should have a decision before the season starts,” said Turner. “Just a fit. Where it fits for me and my family and where I have the...
Recall Rundown: Judge Says Attempt to Remove Mayor Girtz Can Move Forward
Local reporter Jim Thompson discussed the ongoing recall effort against Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Gertz. This effort, initiated by conservative activist James DePaola, was triggered by the death of Laken Riley and subsequent dissatisfaction with the mayor's handling of safety concerns. Despite attempts to halt the recall due to alleged...
Dawg Kings: Georgia, We Have a Problem
Georgia, we have a problem. It has nothing to do with the play on the field. Kirby Smart has that part figured out. Two SEC Championships. Routinely among the elite of high school recruiting rankings. Three national championship appearances. Back-to-back National Championships. Multiple high-end NFL Draft Picks. Smart has demonstrated that he has domain when his teams steps onto most football fields. 2024 should be no different. They have plenty of talent and are the media favorites to win another SEC and national championship. Yet, we are not here to talk about that today. No, we must again highlight what happens with the Georgia football players once they leave Sanford Stadium and Butts-Mehre Heritage Hall. It’s turned into another bad Netflix documentary: Dawg Kings. Let’s hope it’s not that, but it’s pretty close.
Newnan Proposes 20.23% Property Tax Hike, Sparking Community Debate Amid Economic Pressures
In a move certain to ripple through the community, the City of Newnan has put forth a notice that it's eyeing a significant property tax hike this year. The proposed increase stands at a substantial 20.23 percent above the rollback millage rate, potentially tightening the belts of property owners already navigating the high seas of economic uncertainty.
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