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Georgia DPS Releases New Year’s Holiday Travel Activity Report

The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) has released its New Year’s holiday travel period activity report, outlining enforcement efforts and crash statistics recorded statewide by law enforcement agencies. According to the report, troopers and officers issued 125 DUI citations during the holiday travel period. ...

Several New Georgia Laws Take Effect, Impacting Courts, Elections, Insurance, and Consumers

A wide-ranging slate of new Georgia laws went into effect Thursday, bringing changes that affect everything from court proceedings and elections to insurance coverage, consumer protections, and professional licensing. Among the most significant changes is the Georgia Courts Access and Consumer Protection Act, which places ...

Calhoun Rec Hosts Senior Event at New Office

The Calhoun Recreation Department is inviting local seniors to attend a special event on Thursday, January 8, at 10 a.m. to share ideas and discuss potential trips planned for 2026. The gathering will include coffee, donuts, and a game of bingo, providing an opportunity for ...

Taco Bell on Red Bud Road Officially Opens

A new dining option is now open in the community as Taco Bell on Red Bud Road has officially opened its doors. The Red Bud Road location marks the third Taco Bell restaurant in the area. The other locations include a restaurant on Highway 53 ...

Georgia Awarded $218.8 Million for First Year of GREAT Health Initiative

The State of Georgia has been awarded $218.8 million for the first year of the Georgia Rural Enhancement and Transformation of Health (GREAT Health) Program, a new initiative aimed at strengthening rural healthcare systems and improving health outcomes statewide. Governor Brian Kemp, in partnership with ...

Airlines Tighten Carry-On Enforcement as New ID Option Takes Effect in New Year

Travelers heading into the new year should prepare for stricter enforcement of carry-on luggage rules at airports, along with a new option for passengers who do not have a standard form of identification. Most airlines now limit carry-on bags to a maximum size of 22 ...

Red Flag Warning Issued for Gordon County Amid Dangerous Fire Conditions

A Red Flag Warning will be in effect for Gordon County and other parts of Georgia today from noon until 7 p.m., as weather conditions create a heightened risk for wildfires. According to forecasters, elevated winds with gusts reaching up to 25 miles per hour, ...

Shaw Industries Develops New Testing Method to Detect PFAS in Manufacturing Materials

Global flooring provider Shaw Industries has developed a new testing methodology to detect PFAS, a group of chemicals used in a wide variety of industrial and consumer products. The innovation is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to ensure its manufacturing processes are free ...

New Georgia Laws Take Effect Thursday, Bringing Changes to Courts, Elections, Insurance and Healthcare

Several new Georgia laws will take effect Thursday, January 1, 2026, ushering in changes that impact courts, elections, insurance, healthcare, vehicle registration and consumer protections across the state. One of the new measures, the Georgia Courts Access and Consumer Protection Act, creates new regulations for ...

Brrr…Winter Weather is Back!

A strong cold front is sweeping across north Georgia, bringing sharply colder temperatures and gusty winds, according to the National Weather Service. Forecasters say temperatures will fall steadily through the day as the front moves from northwest to southeast across the region. Residents can expect ...
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