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Tones, themes of 'The Long Walk' relevant in current political climate
‘The Long Walk’ (Rated R for strong bloody violence, grisly images, suicide, pervasive language and sexual references. Opens in theaters on September 12.) Stephen King is one of the most beloved and successful writers of all time, but cinematic...

Cardi B coming to Atlanta in ‘Am I The Drama?’ tour
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Rapper Cardi B is headed to Atlanta in her first tour in six years. The Little Miss Drama Tour celebrates the artist’s second album, “Am I The Drama?” Despite her collection of titles from the Grammys, American...

Georgia DNR launches Fish Art Contest for K-12
ATLANTA — The Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division announced the 2026 Fish Art Contest is now open for entries, inviting youth from kindergarten through grade 12 worldwide to participate in this creative educational...
WORKING MEETING HELD ON GEORGIA’S GREEN HYDROGEN ROADMAP
Daily News: Economics September 15, 2025 The working meeting considered Georgia’s road map and action plan on green hydrogen, Georgian Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development reported. As the Ministry noted, the meeting was held in a...

Georgia teachers on leave for Charlie Kirk social media posts
The shooting, which was recorded and posted on social media, prompted thousands to weigh in online about his death and legacy. Kirk was known for inviting people to debate him on controversial political topics. ExploreDelta suspends employees for...

Dead Trees Hide a Complex World Crucial to Forest Ecology and Climate
Mark Harmon crouches low next to log number 219: a moss-covered western hemlock tree trunk, five meters long, lying dead on the ground in the lush green woods. It’s marked by a thin aluminum tag. The forest ecologist leans in close, his unruly...

Awesome adventures by day, excellent experiences by night await in North Georgia
RABUN COUNTY, Ga. — White water rafting by day, wine by night. Expeditions by day, exceptional eats by night. Fishing by day, fun by night. If you’re looking for awesome adventures by day and excellent experiences by night, head to the North...

Georgia maintains momentum with company expansions
It was another boom year for Georgia, as businesses continued flocking to the state, burnishing its record as the No. 1 place to do business. A record-breaking $26.3 billion flowed into the Peach State for the fiscal year that ended June 30, as...

Foreign firms’ share of Georgia investment falls in record year overall
As Georgia marks a record year with $26.3 billion in pledged investment, the share of the total coming from international companies has decreased in comparison to recent years. Of the 23,200 new private-sector jobs announced by companies in the...

Kane Wommack assesses Alabama defense, previews Georgia game during bye week
Alabama lost three of its four SEC road games last year. The Crimson Tide lost its 2025 season opener at Florida State. With a highly anticipated road trip to No. 5 Georgia less than two weeks away, defensive coordinator Kane Wommack knows Alabama...

Your Guide To Drygalski Fjord, South Georgia (2025 Update)
If you’re visiting South Georgia, don’t miss a visit to Drygalski Fjord! This majestic natural landmark boasts some of the best views in the area. To see breathtaking glaciers, frolicking penguins, and rugged mountains against the backdrop of the...

Gov Kemp cites record economic numbers for Georgia in fiscal year 2025
Gov. Brian Kemp said Monday that 423 facilities either invested or expanded in Georgia during fiscal year 2025 for a record $26.3 billion investment. The investments will add 23,000 new private-sector jobs over the next five years, he said. The...

Digital Dashboard Helps Everyone Find Accessible Climate Solutions in Georgia
Newswise — Electric vehicles. Rooftop solar. Cycling to work. Knowing where to start when reducing your personal carbon footprint can be daunting. But a new tool from Georgia Tech makes it easier for anyone to figure out how they can help address...

Kane Wommack on challenge of facing Georgia, Alabama’s defense through 3 games
Kane Wommack doesn’t have to be reminded of Alabama’s dismal track record away from home the last two seasons, but his team will face perhaps its greatest road challenge of all when it next takes the field. After an open date this week, Crimson...

Northeast Georgia hospital unit closure leaves pregnant women scrambling for care
A hospital in rural northeast Georgia will soon close its labor and delivery unit, leaving pregnant women in the area scrambling to find new health care providers and raising concerns about access to prenatal care.Next month, St. Mary's Healthcare...

Atlanta Streets Alive closes Peachtree Street in midtown for walkers, bikers, skaters, and more
ATLANTA — Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta is closed to motor vehicles for several hours today as pedestrians, bicyclists, skaters, dancers, and more enjoy another Atlanta Streets Alive event. The event is from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., with the...

Asbestos Enforcement: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Atlanta Construction Company Enter into Consent Agreement
Download PDF The United States Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) and Merit Construction Company (“MCC”) entered into an August 28th Consent Agreement (“CA”) addressing alleged violations of the Clean Air Act asbestos regulations. See Docket...

This Atlanta suburb was ranked America’s best place to live — again
The suburbs are having their day in the sun. Annual rankings that proclaim the country’s “best places to live” are cruising past some of the country’s largest metros to park in their more spacious suburbs. These family-friendly towns can boast...

SEC Tiers: Georgia Still Runs the Conference Following Tennessee Win
"The conference still goes through Georgia." Those were the words of FOX Sports lead college football analyst Joel Klatt following the Dawgs' impressive 44-41 overtime win over the Volunteers in Tennessee on Saturday. "Folks, you still have to...

What went wrong for Minnesota Vikings and JJ McCarthy against Atlanta Falcons?
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