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Police: 2 suspects break into vehicle, attempt to use stolen credit cards in Henry County
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Henry County police are asking for your help finding two women suspected of breaking into a car and stealing a bag. On April 24, officers responded to the parking lot area of a discount department store on 1900 Jonesboro Road in McDonough. According to...
Commish: Automated ball-strike system still needs work
Commissioner Rob Manfred said the automated ball-strike system still needs work and likely will not be rolled out until at least 2026. Manfred addressed the current status of the system, known as ABS, following the conclusion of the owners meetings in New York.
Leslie Lambert appointed to Rockdale Soil and Water Conservation District
Leslie Lambert of Conyers was appointed May 2 by the Board of the Georgia Soil and Water Conservation Commission to represent Rockdale County on the Rockdale County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). She succeeds Shay Smith, who resigned, and will serve the Conservation District for a two-year term. Lambert...
The Final County Budget Hearing is on Thursday Evening
Henry County will consider adopting its FY 2025 budget this upcoming Thursday, May 30. Attendees there will be able to speak during the public hearing. The board meeting will start at 5:30 pm. It is located at 140 Henry Parkway in McDonough. The county’s adopted budget determines how much property tax revenue it needs to collect later in the year.
Georgia College & State University congratulates local students for making Dean’s List
MILLEDGEVILLE, GA (05/16/2024)– Georgia College & State University recognizes its students from the John H. Lounsbury College of Education for making the Dean’s List for the spring 2024 term. Georgia College salutes all of its students who made the Dean’s List for their outstanding efforts. Emily Brown...
Conyers celebrates 911 dispatchers
Conyers Police Department 911 dispatchers were recently recognized and celebrated during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in April. Some of those dispatchers were present at a Conyers City Council meeting where they were recognized for their efforts in surpassing call response times in the Conyers 911 Center. The National Emergency...
Rockdale County's Reggie Tuggle picked for Georgia Dugout Club Senior All-State Games
Rockdale County’s Reggie Tuggle was named to the Northeast Roster for the Georgia Dugout Club Senior All-State Games, which will be played June 1 at Mercer University’s Claude Smith Field. Tuggle, an infielder and pitcher, has signed with the Savannah State baseball program. He hit .420 with 17...
Breaking: Multiple incidents requiring first responders is backing up traffic in Walnut Grove
WALTON COUNTY, GA (May 20, 2024) At 1:25 p.m., Walton County Fire Rescue officials report that multiple calls are requiring service in the City of Walnut Grove is backing up traffic and causing delays. The roads, however, remain open. “Two vehicle crash on Hwy 138 at Hwy 81, injuries reported....
Stroke patient, 19, credits family’s quick response and Piedmont Walton staff for excellent outcome
Hunter Clark (right), his brother (left) and sister Kristen (middle). Their quick actions made sure Clark received care for his stroke in a timely manner, leading to full recovery. Contributed photo. Monroe, Ga. (May 22, 2024) — Hunter Clark, 19, was on the phone with his mother, trying to read...
Warnock, Ossoff praise $75M infusion into Georgia semiconductor manufacturing
COVINGTON, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The average American spends 12 hours per day using electronics. Nearly all of those gadgets are powered by semiconductor chips. “This is going to be part of the industry of the future,” said Heather Boushey, Chief Economist for the President’s Invest in America Cabinet.
Piedmont University Congratulates local students on the Spring Semester Dean’s List
DEMOREST, GA (05/16/2024)– Piedmont University congratulates the approximately 300 students who qualified for the Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester. Dean’s List honorees end the semester with a GPA of 3.50-3.99. Students who achived Dean’s List honors for the semester include:. Brayden Brooks of Monroe,...
MPD Reports: Police called when wife honks horn outside store while husband is inside; multiple charges for driver and passenger at traffic stop
The City of Monroe Police Department reported the following incidents for the period May 16- 23, 2024. Due to the length, this report has been split into five parts. This is the first part. Please note an arrest or charge does not constitute a conviction. Dispute – North Broad/Franks Valero...
DeKalb Co. neighborhood stinks after garbage truck leaks mystery liquid
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — DeKalb County families say a garbage truck has been spewing a disgusting, smelly liquid all over their neighborhood. It’s happening on Mossey Drive in Lithonia, right off Snapfinger Road and Dogwood Farm. Homeowners in the area say the county was slow to take action until reporters started asking questions. For the last year, Joyce Thomas has been disgusted by what she smells when she walks out the door of her South DeKalb home she’s been living in for more than a decade.
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