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Georgia is expected to be a hotbed of buzzing bugs soon when trillions of cicadas emerge after a dozen years underground. Metro Atlantans might avoid the maelstrom.Why it matters: The emergence of the 13-year-old cicadas — some of the world's longest-living insects — are the entomological equivalent of Halley's Comet.Driving the news: Two specific broods of cicadas are expected to emerge from the ground simultaneously starting this month, marking the first time in over 200 years that they've done so, Axios' Jacob Knutson writes.How it works: For the past 13 years, so-called "periodical cicadas" have lived under the ground feasting...

GEORGIA — An invasive species of lizards have been found in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and their partners have documented more than 20 Argentine black and white tegus in the wild in Toombs and Tattnall counties. These South American reptiles aren’t supposed to be in Georgia and pose a threat to our native wildlife. Tegus will eat the eggs of ground-nesting birds, including quail and turkeys, and will eat the young of gopher tortoises and American alligators, both protected species.

Here's why this year's cicada brood in Georgia is particularly large, and where you might see (and) hear it.

ATLANTA — There's another chance to win the Powerball jackpot after no one walked away a winner on Saturday night. The winning numbers in the Powerball drawing on Saturday night, April 13, were 7, 33, 40, 43 and 69, with a red "Powerball" number of 10. The "Power Play" multiplier in effect was 5x.

Full Radius Dance is the only physically integrated professional dance company in Georgia, bringing together dancers with and without disabilities. How Douglas Scott created the company and what it means to its dancers. The post Redefining movement at Full Radius Dance, Georgia’s only pro dance company for people with and without disabilities appeared first on Atlanta Magazine.

WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — The Peach State is recognizing a record rock bass catch for the first time after a man reeled in "monster" fish in northwest Georgia. The catch of a 1 pound, 10 13/16 inches rock bass on April 6 in South Chickamauga Creek was reported last week by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. The department said this is the first rock bass state record being recognized.

Georgia residents will be able to book accommodations 14 months in advance at sites operated by Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites, one month earlier than out-of-state visitors. This includes newly renovated full hookup campsites at Vogel, historic CCC cottages at F.D. Roosevelt and yurts at Cloudland Canyon. With more than 14.3 million visitors last year, Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites leadership understands that finding an available campsite can be difficult. Director Angie Johnson and State Representative Marcus Wiedower worked together to offer a solution for Georgia residents. “This is a thank you to the residents of Georgia for supporting our local state parks and the staff that work there,” said Director Johnson. State parks such as Indian Springs and Vogel have been in operation for nearly 100 years, setting as a backdrop for important family traditions. Georgia State Parks, a division of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), ensures local citizens have early access to schedule those important gatherings. “Many Georgians have visited the same state parks with their families for generations,” said DNR Commissioner Walter Rabon. “We want to provide a better opportunity for them to be able to schedule their family reunions and other park adventures.” The Georgia resident’s address will be verified at check-in. Reservations can be made by visiting GaStateParks.org/Reservations or calling 1-800-864-7275.

ATLANTA — Hummingbird Central has released its Spring 2024 Hummingbird Migration Map and Sightings, and the birds have begun their move from Mexico and Central America. According to their website, Hummingbirds love nectar and fly, where flowers are more abundant. Right now, states in the south, like Texas and Georgia, are seeing the most hummingbirds.

The private house in Tvaladi, Georgia, seamlessly blends old and new with modern forms and an old stone façade. The single-story volume integrates stone and wood constructions, emphasizing a strong connection with the surrounding nature through expansive apertures. The interior strikes a balance between rough and subtle elements, achieving a harmonious symbiosis. A perpendicular cellar with the same architectural visual adds to the overall composition of the space. This synthesis captures the essence of tradition and contemporary design in the picturesque Georgian village.