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This Georgia Town Is Where The First Surgery Using Ether Anesthesia Changed Medicine Forever

A doctor once watched people at wild ether parties bump into things and feel zero pain. He took that odd clue and changed surgery forever. On March 30, 1842, he put a patient to sleep with ether and removed a cyst from his neck. The patient was a young man named James Venable.

Jefferson, GA · 2d
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This Georgia Museum Inside An Old Mill Is Packed With Classic Cars And Vintage Automotive Treasures

A 1967 Mustang GT500 once owned by Carroll Shelby himself sits inside an old mill in the North Georgia mountains. That alone would make me pull over. But it shares the building with full-size cars carved from wood. The whole thing started with one grandfather’s 1959 Cadillac. Today, somewhere between...

Clarkesville, GA · 23h
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Athens Band Bit Brigade Brings Live Zelda Speedrun Shred to Charleston Pour House

At the Charleston Pour House, Bit Brigade’s music is performed live alongside a gamer’s onstage run of classic video games. The Athens, Georgia, group’s format makes the gameplay part of the musical performance: the band follows the action in real time. The Charleston Pour House event listing...

Charleston, SC · 3d
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Allen Named 2026 White County Pioneer In Education

(Cleveland)- The White County School System has recognized a longtime employee and supporter of local education for her decades of service to students and families. Andy Allen was named Friday as the school system’s 2026 Pioneer in Education. The award was formally presented to Allen by longtime White County educator Mitchel Barrett.

White County, GA · 2d
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Explore Celebrity Portraits at UGA’s Nancy Ellison Photography Exhibit

Discover the Hidden Charisma of Icons Through Nancy Ellison’s Lens. The University of Georgia Special Collections Library is currently showcasing an intriguing photography exhibit titled “Seeking Intrinsic Essence, Whatever Direction: The Photography of Nancy Ellison.” This exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the personal lives of famous figures such as Mick Jagger and Harrison Ford, capturing moments beyond their on-screen personas. Nancy Ellison, the acclaimed photographer responsible for these captivating images, shares insights into her artistic process in an interview with WUGA’s Havivah Saltz.

Athens, GA · 1d

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UGA professor Aruni Kashyap celebrates latest novel with campus book launch

The University of Georgia English Department and Creative Writing Program hosted a book launch Nov. 12 for UGA professor Aruni Kashyap’s latest novel, “How to Date a Fanatic.”. Published July 14, 2026,“How to Date a Fanatic” is a politically conscious, friendship-centered, queer novel set primarily in modern-day Delhi,...

Athens, GA · 1d

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The Bruce Street School History From An Alum

Allene Harper, an alum from the historic Bruce Street School in Lithonia, recently wrote this history of the stone schoolhouse, which was DeKalb’s first public school for Black students. During the 1800s, approximately 15 years after slavery was abolished, the first school for Blacks was located mainly in two...

Lithonia, GA · 4d

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Usher’s $1.7M loan turns into a yearlong court war

Usher is asking a Fulton County judge to sanction an Atlanta lawyer and rule against him in their fight over a $700,000 loan the singer says was never repaid. In a Nov. 9 filing in Fulton County Superior Court, Usher’s lawyers accused attorney Alcide Honoré of dodging a court order to account for the money and asked the judge to enter a default judgment on liability.

Atlanta, GA · 1d

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Georgia Festival of Trees brings holiday fun and activities Nov. 21-29

Georgia Festival of Trees will return Nov. 21-29  for its week-long celebration with a new holiday children’s book to guide families through the festival of custom-designed Christmas trees. Held at Gas South Convention Center in Duluth, the festival features trees, wreaths, centerpieces, and nativity scenes designed, decorated, and donated by individuals and organizations across the […] The post Georgia Festival of Trees brings holiday fun and activities Nov. 21-29 appeared first on Rough Draft® .

Duluth, GA · 1d

The Rockdale Citizen

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Festive Night of Lights set for Nov. 21 in Conyers

CONYERS — A fleet of 200 illuminated drones will light up the sky over Olde Town Conyers on Saturday, Nov. 21, as the city welcomes the holiday season with its inaugural Festive Night of Lights celebration. The free, family-friendly event will run from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in Olde Town Conyers and will feature a choreographed holiday drone show, Christmas lights, live music, reindeer, visits with Santa Claus, and activities for children. The celebration, organized by the city of Conyers, is designed to bring residents and visitors downtown for an evening of holiday entertainment while encouraging them to explore local restaurants, shops and businesses. The evening’s main attraction will be a holiday-themed drone show featuring 200 synchronized drones performing aerial formations set to festive music. The show is scheduled to begin around 6 p.m. The Entertainment District in the heart of Olde Town will serve as the primary viewing area. Additional recommended viewing locations include the Nancy Guinn Library parking lot, the parking lot behind Whistle Post Tavern at 935 Railroad St., The Book Cellar parking lot at 951 Railroad St. and parking areas at 954 and 977 S. Main St. Organizers encourage visitors to arrive early to secure a

Conyers, GA · 2d

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Thanksgiving Events & Turkey Giveaways Near Conyers & Covington 2026

Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 26, and the weeks leading up to it are packed across Conyers, Covington, Stonecrest, Lithonia, Oxford, Porterdale, Social Circle, and Monroe. 🦃. Whether you could use a little help getting a turkey on the table this year, want to run off the pie before you eat...

Covington, GA · 3d

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Christmas comedy comes to life inside Alpharetta mercantile

Downtown Alpharetta artisan mercantile Sis + Moon’s is celebrating the holiday season with its annual "National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation" pop-up experience. Owner Christine Moore and her sister Wendy say the movie is a longtime favorite, and she and the team have carefully recreated the Griswold living room inside their boutique marketplace.

Alpharetta, GA · 4d

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GRAND OPENING: Churchill Grounds resurrected

From the minute you walk through the door, you feel the vibe. Weathered brick walls adorned with photographs of jazz luminaries. Wooden tables and chairs arrayed around a perfectly proportioned curved stage. Polished wood floors, stair railings and trim. Wood-paneled bar tucked into the back of the room. Subdued lighting, sympathetic acoustics. This is a comfortably refined room for purposeful listening.

Atlanta, GA · 5d

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Rising country star Maggie Baugh headlining concert Saturday at Lawrenceville Arts Center

Country music fans will have an opportunity to experience rising Nashville talent close to home when the Lawrenceville Arts Center welcomes singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Maggie Baugh for a special performance Saturday. Part of the center’s LIVE at the LAC concert series, Baugh and special guest Caroline Keller promise an evening of country music, impressive musicianship and storytelling. Baugh has quickly gained attention as one of country music’s emerging talents, building a following through her musical versatility and engaging social media presence. Her viral TikTok series, “Finish the Lick,” has generated more than 40 million views across social media platforms, showcasing her ability to seamlessly switch between instruments and demonstrate her musical skills. Her growing popularity has translated into impressive industry milestones. Baugh’s debut album earned placement on prominent editorial playlists across Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music, generating more than 500,000 streams on its first day. The album also reached No. 19 on the U.S. iTunes Country Album Chart and No. 9 on the Australian Country Album Chart. Her performance résumé includes appearances at the CMT Awards, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The TODAY Show and The Kelly Clarkson Show. She has also performed at

Lawrenceville, GA · 4d

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When Christmas Comes to Town: Annual Loganville Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting is Saturday, Nov. 28

LOGANVILLE, Ga. – The City of Loganville is pleased to announce that its annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting will take place Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m. along Main Street. This year’s theme, “When Christmas Comes to Town,” celebrates the warmth, generosity and community spirit that make Loganville such a special place to call home.

Loganville, GA · 4d

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After Lilburn’s Diwali Gathering, Monday’s Grand Annakut Offers Another Celebration

After thousands gathered Sunday for Diwali at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Lilburn, the temple’s celebrations were scheduled to continue Monday, Nov. 9, with a Grand Annakut at 1 p.m. The offering gives visitors another opportunity to take part in the holiday’s traditions, following the fireworks and evening gathering.

Lilburn, GA · 6d

Monroe Local News

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Veterans Day Ceremony to take place in Loganville at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11

American Legion Post 233 will again bring a special Veterans Day ceremony to local residents. The event is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11 th at the Main Hall of the American Legion Post in Loganville located at 4635 Atlanta Highway (Highway 78) in Loganville. Guests are encouraged to stay following the ceremony for a free luncheon sponsored by Tim Stewart Funeral Home.

Loganville, GA · 6d

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Georgia Christmas Movie Fans Have Chance at $2,500 Cash Prize

Atlanta-area holiday movie fans have until Dec. 6 to apply for the nationwide Chief of Cheer contest.

Georgia · 6d