These Bizarre Georgia Town Names Are More Than Just Weird – Find Out Why!
Georgia is well-known for its peaches, sweet tea, and historical sites, but don’t miss its real hidden gem: the charmingly strange, weirdly called villages that dot the state. There are several reasons to visit the state, including the birthplace of Coca-Cola, the location of the 1996 Olympics, and the...
Federal prosecutors say Julie Chrisley’s supervised release sentence should be readjusted
Prosecutors admitted in the document Thursday, that the judge and all the attornies involved never noticed the error.
The Southern Drawl Is Slipping Away In Georgia’s Youth
A research study conducted by the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech revealed that Southern accents are undergoing a transformation . Dr. Jon Forrest, who spoke with WSBTV about the findings, highlighted that the shift is most pronounced among Black Georgians in their 20s. “We observed a significant change among...
‘It’s tragic:’ Community mourns loss of 3 siblings killed in Atlanta fire
The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office identified three siblings who died in an apartment fire Wednesday afternoon.
Dangerous Wind Chills Grip Georgia as Snow Dusts Northern Counties
Many Georgia residents woke up to an unusual sight this morning – a light dusting of snow, but weather experts warn the bigger story lies in the dangerous wind chills sweeping across the state. 🌡️ What We Know: Wind chills have plunged temperatures to between 5 and 25 degrees...
Police arrest two men for illegally dumping tires in DeKalb County
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - At 2272 Lawrenceville Highway in Decatur, there’s an automotive problem behind the O’Reilly Auto Parts store that no one has been able to fix. “It’s sad man. Our community is clean, and we try to keep it clean,” O’Reilly Auto Parts employee...
Wawas in the Works: Sites in Development Now
An update on Wawa's bold expansion plans, first announced early last year. Back in February 2024, Wawa released a statement with CEO Chris Gheysens noting that the company would be undergoing “the most aggressive growth” in company history. At the time of the announcement, Wawa planned to add more than 280 new stores...
Arrest made after human remains found in Cornelia, sheriff’s office says
CORNELIA, Ga. - Authorities from multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a crime scene in Cornelia early Thursday after human remains were discovered as part of a Rockdale County homicide investigation. The Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office contacted the Habersham County Sheriff’s Office at 12:15 a.m. on Feb....
New child care tax credit moves to Georgia House
(The Center Square) – A bill creating a new $250 tax credit for Georgia parents with children under the age of 7 moves to the House of Representatives after receiving Senate approval. The state income tax credit for qualified child and dependent care expenses would increase from 30% to 40% if the bill passes the...
Answer Your Phone: FEMA may be calling about housing resources
FEMA is calling eligible survivors in Georgia regarding the Home Key housing initiative. The Home Key initiative provides rapid strategies for securing immediate housing for survivors of Hurricane Helene who have been displaced from their primary residence by using existing resources from various community partners....
