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Athens Banner-Herald

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Walmart breaks ground on massive Georgia facility

Walmart has begun construction on a new supply chain facility in Carnesville that store executives say will create faster shipping and delivery of its products. A groundbreaking was recently held at the site for the $1.3 billion facility that is expected to create 1,000 jobs for northeast Georgia. Big Lots Rebounds: How many Big Lots remain in Georgia 2 years after filing for bankruptcy? A spokesman for Walmart said Wednesday that construction on the 1.5 million-square-foot facility is expected to conclude in 2029, but a timetable has not been set for the hiring of employees. A groundbreaking ceremony included Walmart executives, local elected officials, and others at the site was dedicated in Franklin County near the I-85 corridor. Walmart executives have reported the facility “will combine advanced automation and technology with Walmart associates to increase fulfillment capacity, improve efficiency and help get online orders to customers faster.” The center is an effort by Walmart to transform its supply chain, the store reported. The Georgia Governor’s Office announced in August that Walmart had decided to locate the new plant in northeast Georgia. Walmart and Sam’s Club have 209 stores in Georgia. There are already 11 supply chain facilities. The corporation employs

Carnesville, GA · 4d

Now Georgia

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18 dogs seized in Elbert County as Northeast Georgia dogfighting investigation expands

18 dogs seized in Elbert County as Northeast Georgia dogfighting investigation expands ELBERT COUNTY, Ga. — Investigators seized 13 adult dogs and five puppies from an Elbert County property Tuesday as an investigation into an alleged dogfighting operation in neighboring Hart County expanded across county lines. The investigation has now led to 27 arrests. Hart County authorities iden…

Elbert County, GA · 1d

FOX Carolina

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SC death row inmate asks for stay of execution until after holidays

South Carolina · 13h

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Unofficial Midterm Election Results for Franklin and Hart Counties

Election results are made possible by The Franklin County Farm Bureau Foundation, The Gordon Law Firm, and by GPC. The election results are in and Georgia has a new Governor:. STATEWIDE RESULTS FOR GOVERNOR: Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms won over Republican businessman Rick Jackson with 1.8 million votes or 55% of the vote to Jackson’s 1.4 million or 45%.

Hart County, GA · 2d
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Stephens County Schools Shut Down as 16-Inch Water Main Bursts Off Falls Road

Every school in Stephens County shut down Wednesday after a 16-inch water main burst off Falls Road, draining pressure so low that restrooms and other sanitary facilities stopped working across every campus in the district. Some students were already on buses and were sent home. Classes are set to return to a normal, full-day schedule Thursday, Nov. 5.

Stephens County, GA · 1d

Monroe Local News

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Overnight Traffic Shift on SR 10 Outer Loop Bridge in Clarke County scheduled for Nov. 4 – 5

Gainesville, GA – The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) announces an upcoming overnight traffic shift on the State Route (SR) 10 Outer Loop bridge over the Middle Oconee River in Clarke County. The traffic shift is scheduled to take place Wednesday, November 4, through Thursday, November 5, 2026, as crews transition traffic onto the newly constructed bridge.

Clarke County, GA · 3d

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Upstate bridge on track for early 2027 completion

OCONEE COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) — The South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) announced that a major milestone has been completed in the replacement of the Little Choestoea Road bridge over a tributary to Little Choestoea Creek in Oconee County. According to SCDOT, crews have successfully installed a new bridge deck, bringing the project one step […]

Oconee County, SC · 1d

Athens Banner-Herald

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Rabid skunks found in 2 Georgia counties prompt safety warning

The Northeast Health District of the Georgia Department of Public Health announced recently that rabid skunks have been located in Elbert and Oglethorpe counties. A rabid skunk was found on Bowen Farm Road near Crawford on Oct. 28, and a rabid skunk was located on Oct. 29 on Seymour Road near Bowman in Elbert County. Residents living in those areas were advised to take precautions. Reusing Pumpkins: From pie to compost: 8 ways to reuse your Halloween pumpkin Both animals were transported to the State Public Health Laboratory for confirmation. However, information on why the animals were suspected of having rabies was not released. The state issued the following precautions. Be sure that pets, such as dogs, cats and ferrets, are current on rabies vaccinations. Avoid any wild animals exhibiting unusual behavior such as aggression, lack of fear of people, and being present at odd times of the day. Report any bites from wild animals to the local health department. This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: Rabid skunks found in 2 Georgia counties prompt safety warning

Elbert County, GA · 2d

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Historic Athens director announces Magnolias to rebuild, reopen

Murphy Wolford, owner of Magnolias Bar, has confirmed the bar will be rebuilt and reopened after a driver fatally crashed into the building Wednesday, according to a statement from Historic Athens Executive Director Tommy Valentine. Restoration will be possible thanks to a steel frame installed in 1997, when the building,...

Athens, GA · 2d

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You’ll Feel Like You’ve Entered A Different Dimension At This Abandoned South Carolina Tunnel

Deep in the mountains of Oconee County, South Carolina, there’s a tunnel that goes nowhere, was never finished, and is somehow one of the most compelling places you’ll ever stand inside. Stumphouse Tunnel in Walhalla, South Carolina is the kind of discovery that makes you feel slightly smug...

Walhalla, SC · 20h

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Crews to spray for mosquitoes in Anderson Co. after confirmed case of West Nile Virus

ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Anderson County Emergency Management reports it will begin spraying for mosquitoes due a confirmed case of West Nile Virus. Officials said the spraying will take place near Barnes Station Road and Manning Road in Iva on the evening of Friday, Nov. 13 for a radius of one mile.

Anderson County, SC · 1d

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Anderson County ends use of Flock cameras

Anderson County is ending its use of Flock Safety cameras after county council approved a ban on using county funds and property to support the technology.

Anderson County, SC · 2d

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Stephens County Planning Commission denies Rezoning and approves Variance Request

The Stephens County Planning Commission heard four rezoning requests and one variance request at their monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 3. Three of the rezoning requests were recommended for approval without anyone speaking during their public hearings. But one was denied after an adjacent property owner said that changing the parcel from agricultural residential to commercial general would negatively impact the area. Stephens County Planning Commission Chairman Scott Stroud explains the decision to recommend denial of the rezoning request on Mize Road.

Stephens County, GA · 1d

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Leaders from Stephens County Schools speak at State Conference

This week, leaders from the Stephens County School System spoke to educators from across the state at a conference. Superintendent Dr. Connie Franklin, Deputy Superintendent John Stith, and Assistant Superintendent Brent Tuck were invited to speak, says Emrie Canen, School and Community Engagement Coordinator for the Stephens County School System.

Stephens County, GA · 21h

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Anderson County awarded $1.08 million grant to improve McFall’s Landing facilities

Anderson County has received a $1,080,000 state legislative grant to fund comprehensive improvements to facilities at McFall’s Landing on Broadway Lake. Sponsored by Senator Michael W. Gambrell, the grant will fund the reconstruction of aging water access facilities. “We are so very happy that this important project will be...

Anderson County, SC · 1d

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Georgia middle school employee charged with obscene communication with minor online

Christopher Flick, 38, was arrested at his Athens home earlier this week.

Athens, GA · 8h

Greenville News

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South Carolina House results: Upstate decides its representatives

Voters in portions of Greenville, Spartanburg, Pickens, Anderson and Oconee counties made their choices Tuesday in several contested South Carolina House races. Here are the candidates elected in South Carolina House Districts 5 through 22: District 5 The race for House District 5 featured incumbent Republican Rep. Neal Collins, who has represented the district since 2014, against Democratic challenger David F. Jones. With all precincts reported, Neal Collins won the race 10,608 votes to 4,777. District 6 The race for House District 6 featured incumbent Republican Rep. April Cromer, who has represented the district since 2022, against Democratic challenger Jennifer Bachner. With all precincts reported, Cromer won the race 11,402 votes to 5,923. District 7 The race for House District 7 was between incumbent Republican Rep. Lee Gilreath, who has represented the district since 2024, and Democratic challeger Elizabeth W. Cooley. With every county reported, Gilreath won the race 8,644 votes to 4,164. District 8 The race for House District 8 featured incumbent Republican Rep. Don Chapman, who has represented the district since 2008, against Democrat challenger Demetrius Carson. With all counties reported, Chapman won the race 9,703 votes to 5,212. District 10 The race for House District 10 featured

South Carolina · 3d

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Oconee County Commissioners Updated On Transportation Board Member’s Lack Of Response To Request For Information On Bypass

Oconee County’s representative on the state Transportation Board, Jamie Boswell, has not responded to state House District 121 Rep. Eric Gisler’s request for assistance in obtaining information on the proposed SR 15 Truck Bypass of Watkinsville. Boswell said on Wednesday that instead “Jason Dykes out of the Gainesville...

Oconee County, GA · 1d