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Alleged hit and run takes place at drive-thru, driver charged and jailed
There seems to have been more hit and run accidents in Douglas over the last few weeks. On July 12, 2024, another such accident was reported, this time in the McDonald’s drive-thru. Around 3 p.m. on July 12, a Douglas police officer responded to McDonald’s where he met with...
Video of Hundreds of Gators Swarming in Georgia Swamp Is Making Everybody Uneasy
Hundreds of alligators swarmed Okefenokee Swamp in Fargo, Georgia last week and the video is making viewers uneasy. WSB-TV in Atlanta shared a video on Facebook on Thursday, July 18th shot by a boater trying to navigate his way through the gators, and you've got to see it to believe it. The video ...Continue reading
Farm Share to host food distribution in Baker County
SANDERSON, Fla. – Farm Share, Florida’s largest food bank, will host a food distribution Wednesday in Baker County. Recipients will receive fresh produce and non-perishable canned goods. Distributions are drive-thru only. Therefore, attendees must arrive in a vehicle with a trunk or cargo bed, according to Farm Share.
Toombs County teen finishes third at All-American Soap Box Derby
AKRON, Ohio — Six racers representing Southeast Georgia Soap Box Derby traveled to Akron, Ohio last week to take part in the 86th FirstEnergy All-American Soap Box Derby. Alyssa Head bringing a big trophy home to Toombs County. Head finished third in the Rally Super Stock Division. Also representing...
Scam Alert: Fake Investigator Posing as Echols County Sheriff’s Office
The Echols County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning about a scam involving a person impersonating an investigator from their office. This individual is calling citizens, asking for money, and using spoofed phone numbers to make it appear as though the calls are coming from the Sheriff’s Office.
Fernandina Beach's Poe Pinson rides her skateboard to 'surreal' Paris Olympic experience
Dressed in all black from head to toe in the scorching heat of mid-July, Poe Pinson mounts the ramp, skateboard in hand, on an afternoon that sends many a 19-year-old scurrying for the surf of the Atlantic Ocean half a block away. Is this a comfortable way to spend a...
Florida seeks direction from Hillsborough’s school tax referendum battle
The big story: Hillsborough County school district officials say they were caught off guard when county commissioners denied the district’s effort to hold a property tax referendum in November. It surprised observers across the state, too. The expectation was that commissioners would pass through the ballot initiative, as is...
TIMELINE: Afternoon showers return Tuesday afternoon with highs in mid-90s
ORLANDO, Fla. - Monday's remaining storms will wind down rapidly this evening. Expect significantly higher rain chances on Tuesday, with around 70% coverage. Once storms develop, they will move northwest, affecting the entire area. LONG-RANGE: Typical July weather will bring scattered afternoon and evening storms across Central Florida, with very...
Girl's death sparks concerns about other Florida facilities run by TrueCore
The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice removed TrueCore from a five-year, $31.5 million contract after a girl died at Lake Academy. Some call for contractors to be removed from other facilities.
More widespread thunderstorms during this week
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sunday evening storms developed with a few downpours. Ward Lake, on the east side of Bradenton, picked up a half inch (0.53″), the east side of Sarasota almost a half inch (0.43″) and 0.75″ in east Venice. We’ll see more widespread afternoon and evening storms to start the week.
Kairos Prison Ministry seeks volunteers for Coffee Correctional Facility
Kairos Prison Ministry, an international organization that brings hope and healing to incarcerated individuals, is actively recruiting volunteers to serve at Coffee Correctional Facility in Nicholls. Kairos is a lay-led, interdenominational Christian ministry focused on bringing Christ’s love and forgiveness to people behind bars and their families. Kairos volunteers take...
National bail fund returns to Georgia after judge says limits were arbitrary
ATLANTA (AP) — The Bail Project, a national nonprofit that aids thousands of low-income people behind bars, said Monday it is reopening its Atlanta branch after a judge temporarily blocked part of a Georgia law that restricts organizations from helping people pay bail. Last month, the Bail Project said...
Georgia Weather: Scattered Storms Expected Through Saturday
Scattered thunderstorms will again roll into Georgia this afternoon. Residents should prepare for lightning, heavy rainfall, and gusts up to 40 mph. 🌩️ Why It Matters: Severe weather impacts daily life, from commute disruptions to potential property damage. Staying informed helps residents take necessary precautions. 🌧️ What’s Happening:...
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