Vienna
LATEST NEWS
See how educators are reacting to a $294,000 grant from the Flint Energies Foundation
HOUSTON COUNTY, Ga. — 10 school districts in Central Georgia will get to celebrate teachers in a bigger way this year, and the Houston County School District is one of them. The district received $294,000 for teachers from the Flint Energies Foundation at its opening session event. "My response...
Usher cancels Atlanta concert and says ‘I can’t physically give you my best’ as fans are left ‘devastated’
USHER has canceled his show in Atlanta for a personal reason. The R&B singer announced the news on Instagram on Wednesday. “For my 30-plus year career, 100% of my blood, sweat, and tears has gone into putting on the best performance and creating a memorable experience for my fans,” he wrote. “I have every intention […]
Special school for dyslexic students opens in Macon
LISTEN: Starting with just 30 dyslexic students in second through fifth grades, the Roberts Academy at Mercer University hopes to more than double enrollment over the next few years. It’s the first of its kind outside of metro Atlanta. GPB's Sofi Gratas reports. A new private elementary school in...
2024 Veterans Football Preview: Warhawks look to compete for a playoff spot in a tough region
The Veterans Warhawks’ football team is prepping for their 15th season which begins in just under two days. Last season, the Red, White, and Blue had a promising start to the season and fell just short in a high-scoring contest against county rival Perry, losing 49-41. The Warhawks began losing quarterbacks to injuries and ultimately went to their fifth string QB and that derailed their season as they would lose to Northgate and go 0-5 in region play.
Citizens Christian Academy will play varsity football for first time since 2006
DOUGLAS, GA – For the first time in 18 years, Citizens Christian Academy will have its bleachers filled with fans on a Friday night in the fall. For the first time in 18 years, Citizens Christian Academy’s field will have kickoffs, touchdowns, and even game winners. Because for the first time in 18 years, Citizens Christian Academy will play varsity football.
Mom calls for bus safety after daughter dropped off at wrong stop
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s a new school year, and that means new challenges. Some of the youngest students are riding the bus for the first time. All school districts have policies and procedures to make sure they get on and off at the right stops. Taylor McNatt says...
Georgia Senator Says There’s Progress in Efforts to Bring a New Fighter Squadron to Moody Air Force Base
VALDOSTA, Ga. -- U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff announced major progress in efforts to bring a squadron of F-35 aircraft to Valdosta's Moody Air Force Base following a meeting with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin. Ossoff (D-Ga.) and Allvin visited three Georgia bases -- Moody, Robins and Dobbins...
Coca-Cola Space Science Center to host “Astronomy Night” Aug. 17
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) -The Coca-Cola Space and Science Center invites community members to one of their free “Astronomy Nights.”. The event will be held Aug. 17. It will begin at 9 p.m. in the Omnisphere Planetarium at the center. During the event, Dr. Rosa Williams will point out constellations...
Albany State University students move-in day
ALBANY, Ga. – Albany State University (ASU) is filled with excitement as they welcome the newest cohort of students. The campus was bustling with activity as freshman from various majors, along with their families, embarked on the first of many steps in their collegiate journey. “I am really excited...
Officials look into Wolfskin sludge site
District 4 Commissioner Will Brown is investigating the contents of sludge that was spread on a farm in his district. JB’s Farm on Wolfskin Road in Arnoldsville was the site of sludge dumping for over a month, with application beginning in early May and concluding in June, according to Georgia Department of Agriculture records.
Enterprise Mobility continues to show strong support for Oglethorpe University
For the third consecutive year, Enterprise Mobility has provided philanthropic support to Oglethorpe University through the Enterprise Mobility Foundation grant program. These grants have supported the Career Development office, allowing students to receive compensation for internships, career preparation resources and build job search skills. On August 6, Jessi Marquardt, talent...
OU Inauguration Service Project focuses on campus sustainability
As part of this fall’s celebration of the inauguration of Dr. Kathryn McClymond as Oglethorpe’s 18th president, a community-wide service project will be held on campus. The Inauguration Service Project: Sustain. Protect. Flourish. gives the entire campus community, including alumni and friends, an opportunity to take part in a special initiative that celebrates Dr. McClymond’s love of the Oglethorpe campus and its natural beauty.
Americus man turns himself in for Eufaula weekend murder
EUFAULA, Ala. (WTVM) - A suspect has surrendered to authorities in connection with the fatal shooting of a man over the weekend in Eufaula. Quendarious Hightower, of Americus, Georgia, is being held in Eufaula as this investigation continues. “We want to have a safe community,” said Sgt. William Bradley with...
Cordele Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing 62 Firearms from Macon Pawn Shop
Rontavious Jamal Jackson, a 33-year-old resident of Cordele, Georgia, has pleaded guilty to illegally possessing a firearm after breaking into a Macon pawn shop in 2023 and stealing 62 firearms. Jackson entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge C. Ashley Royal on August 13. He now faces a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a $250,000 fine. A sentencing date will be set by the Court. Federal sentences do not allow for parole.
Student journalists matter. It’s time Georgia passes the New Voices law that they deserve.
Student journalists in Georgia are fighting for their freedom of speech rights, as New Voices laws aim to protect them from censorship by public school administrators and ensure that their work is protected and championed. The post Student journalists matter. It’s time Georgia passes the New Voices law that they deserve. appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Big Georgia county to start charging some costs to people who challenge the eligibility of voters
ATLANTA (AP) — An election board in one of Georgia’s largest counties has voted to start charging people who challenge the eligibility of voters for the cost of notifying the challenged voters. The Cobb County Board of Elections and Registrations voted 4-1 on Tuesday to adopt the rule. Debbie Fisher, a Republican member of the […]
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.