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Georgia family looking forward to Florida vacation find bedbugs all over rental. They're now fighting for a full refund.
ATLANTA — A local family ran into a nasty surprise while on vacation. And when they struggled to get their money back, they turned to the 11Alive Help Desk and Help Desk Veteran Bill Liss for assistance. The Boyd family was looking forward to their vacation in a condo...
Former Georgia GOP leader tells citizens it ‘doesn’t mean you’re Democrat’ to vote for Kamala Harris
Former GOP Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan has continued to nudge Republicans into supporting Vice President Kamala Harris, recently appealing to their party loyalty in saying it won’t make them a Democrat if they vote for her. Duncan released an op-ed in May stating he was voting for President Joe Biden. “I think it’s important […]
Recreational Sports associate director finds meaning in movement
To Lance Haynie, recreation goes far beyond a few laps in the pool or a pickup basketball game. As the associate director for programs in the Department of Recreational Sports, he takes his part in the Division of Student Affairs’ holistic approach to student health seriously. “I’m a big...
Georgia football needs these 5 players to shine in key second scrimmage
ATHENS — Georgia will have its second scrimmage on Saturday. It’ll be the last big practice of fall camp and double as a serious tune-up for the opener against Clemson. “Going from last week into this week, we just want to see everybody be freer, be looser, play the game like how they want to play and just be physical and tough and outcompete and out-hustle and be everything that our defense wants to be,” Georgia outside linebacker Chaz Chambliss said.
Over/Unders: Dawgs247 analysts predict Georgia's 2024 statistical outcomes
Georgia is poised to put up some big numbers this season, and the Dawgs247 team broke down on the podcast how the Bulldogs will fare this season. One of the most popular annual editions of the Junkyard Dawgcast: Over/Under Day has come and gone. If you didn't have a chance...
Rise and Grind: Thrown into the deep end
Welcome to Rise and Grind, a daily series where I start every morning by tackling what's on my mind about Georgia football. If you want to start your mornings on a high note, wash your face, start your coffeemaker, and get ready to Rise and Grind. A phrase that Kirby...
Trivia, music and silent disco, oh my! What to expect from Trappeze Pub expansion
Trappeze Pub, a beloved Athens hotspot, is set to expand its facilities following an overwhelming demand for its private dining space, the "Cask Room." Since reopening after a...
Around Town: Green Tomato Buffet Plans September Opening in West Rome. Now Hiring: Amazon
The newest player in West Rome’s ever-changing dining scene is bringing back a buffet. This latest one will go a bit beyond meats and veggies. The Green Tomato Buffet at 2103 Shorter Ave. is expected to open by mid September in the recent home of Cod Tail. Prep work is continuing, with a large commercial dumpster behind the restaurant quickly filling up. The “coming soon” signage dominates the front. ...
Panthers looking for more efficiency in final third after draw with Georgia
On Thursday, the University of Pittsburgh women’s soccer team kicked off its 2024 season with a big-time opening matchup: Georgia. The Panthers, ranked at No. 7 coming into the season, took on the Bulldogs, ranked No. 14, and played to a scoreless draw. The Panthers finished the match with...
Lavonia Kindness Month Focuses on Helping Animals at the Shelter
The City of Lavonia is continuing its kindness initiative this month by turning its attention to helping animals in need. At the Lavonia City Council meeting earlier this month, Mayor Courtney Umbehant encouraged citizens to donate to the local animal shelter. Umbehant noted recently that as of June this year,...
Georgia Man Charged With Manslaughter For Selling Drugs Laced With Fentanyl
Gwinnett County detectives have arrested Emory Clark, 39, of Snellville, and charged him with manslaughter under Georgia’s new Austin’s Law. Clark’s arrest follows a month-long investigation into the fentanyl-laced drug overdose that led to the death of 23-year-old Christian Howell in Lawrenceville. The Details: The investigation began...
Raffensperger blasts proposed rule requiring hand count of ballots
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia’s secretary of state on Thursday came out against election rule changes pending before the State Election Board, specifically rejecting a proposal to count ballots by hand at polling places on election night. At a meeting in July, the board advanced a proposal that would require three separate poll workers to count ballots at […]
Prizes available for hunters during Shooting Sports Month
SOCIAL CIRCLE – August has been designated as Shooting Sports Month, according to a recent proclamation signed by Gov. Brian Kemp. And there's no place better to celebrate than a Georgia public shooting range. Georgia has more than 45 public archery and shooting ranges available, many of them available on public land like Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) or Public Fishing Areas (PFAs). To encourage visitation to public ranges, especially during...
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