Acworth Honors Legacy of Lemon Street School Alumni in Fight Against Segregation
At a recent city council meeting, Acworth Mayor Tommy Allegood and Alderman Tim Houston honored former students of the Lemon Street Schools in Marietta, acknowledging their role in confronting and overcoming the segregation of their time. The recognition serves as an official acknowledgment of the alumni’s...
Never say never: Acworth seniors find love
ACWORTH — “Absolutely not.” That was Eva Alpert and Billy Hood’s response when asked if they thought they’d ever find love again — let alone remarry. The pair will soon prove themselves wrong, as they’re set to marry in early December. Alpert, 76, and Hood, 71, met after moving into Holbrook, an independent senior...
Sordid Injustice: Exposing the Truth Behind Atlanta’s Biggest School Scandal with Tamara Cotman Springs
On a recent Sister Talk segment of On Point with Juandolyn Stokes, host Juandolyn Stokes sat down with Tamara Cotman Springs, author of Sordid Injustice, to discuss one of the most controversial Atlanta Public Schools cheating scandal.
Man suspected of shooting, critically injuring officer in custody
ATLANTA, Ga. (WANF/Gray News) - A north Georgia police officer is in critical condition after he was shot while on duty overnight. The incident happened in McCaysville, a Fannin County city near the Tennessee border. The officer, identified as Captain Brantley Worley, was shot in the throat and airlifted to a...
Used car lot shuts down over titles, Ga. mom detained by ICE, city denies...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – Uncovered by Atlanta News First Investigates pulls back the curtain on the stories powerful people don’t want told. As the Southeast’s largest investigative team, we dig deeper to expose corruption, hold companies and government accountable, and uncover systemic failures that...
The Underrated Swap Meet In Georgia That Is A Bargain Hunter’s Dream Come True
In the heart of Decatur, Georgia, lies a retail wonderland that somehow remains one of the state’s best-kept secrets—the 285 Flea Mart, where bargain hunting isn’t just a hobby but an extreme sport with trophies in the form of unbelievable deals. This unassuming treasure trove sits along...
Fulton County launches fall Fulton Fresh Mobile Market with free produce and nutrition lessons
Fulton County, Georgia – Fulton County is bringing back its Fulton Fresh Mobile Market, this time with an fall edition that will bring fresh fruits and vegetables and nutrition information right to neighborhoods. Fulton County and the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension worked together on this project to make...
Measles case reported in Fulton County, possible exposure near Georgia State University
The Georgia Department of Public Health reported a case of measles in an unvaccinated resident of Fulton County. “There is no known international travel associated with this case. The individual is out of the infectious stage of the disease, but may have exposed others between September 2 and 11, 2025,” the release...
Pebblebrook Community Reacts to BB Gun Incident, School Safety Measures Under Spotlight
Mableton residents were shaken Tuesday when a fight at Pebblebrook High School in Cobb County escalated into a weapon-related incident, prompting a Code-Red lockdown. Two students, Jesus Arellano Hernandez and Isaac Abraham Morales, both 17, were charged in connection with the altercation after a BB gun was brought...
8 Charming Restaurants In Georgia Where You Can Dine For Less Than $13
Looking for great restaurants in Georgia that won’t break the bank?. These 8 charming spots offer delicious food and friendly service!. 1. Clary’s Cafe (Savannah) You know that feeling when you walk into a place and it just feels right?. That’s what happens at Clary’s Cafe in Savannah....