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Black mold-like build up found at these two local restaurants

Black mold-like build up found at these two local restaurants

Here are the Georgia Department of Health's restaurant inspection scores for Chatham County, conducted Aug. 4-Aug. 11, 2026.
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Salvation Army extends hurricane recovery aid program

Salvation Army extends hurricane recovery aid program

The Salvation Army of Georgia is extending its Hurricane Helene recovery program through 2027 to assist families.
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Georgia officials examine foster care budget crisis

Georgia officials examine foster care budget crisis

Georgia lawmakers are probing an 85 million dollar foster care deficit that has led to critical service cuts.
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1.6 million egg-recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk. Is GA impacted?

1.6 million egg-recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk. Is GA impacted?

A recall of 1.6 million eggs has been upgraded to the FDA's highest-risk warning for salmonella. Have any Georgia stores been affected? Any patients?
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Wildfire Remains Active at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia

Wildfire Remains Active at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge in Georgia

An active wildfire was reported at Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge in Tybee Island, Georgia, on Sunday, according to the Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex. The fire was concentrated around the fire trail and pavilion trail within the refuge. As of 5:40 p.m. on Sunday, the blaze was estimated to cover approximately 100 acres. In response to the ongoing fire and for public safety, the boat dock and the affected trails have been closed to visitors. However, the north and south ends of the island remain accessible for beach use. The Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex communicated these details through a social media post, advising the public about the closures and accessible areas.
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College is back in class. Georgia has 2 of world’s top 100 universities

College is back in class. Georgia has 2 of world’s top 100 universities

Are you at the best school? When it comes to global appeal, two Georgia universities made the grade in rankings by U.S. News.
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Heat Advisory and Severe Storms Expected in Cobb County, Georgia

Heat Advisory and Severe Storms Expected in Cobb County, Georgia

Cobb County and much of north and central Georgia are under a Heat Advisory today, August 17, 2026, with temperatures expected to reach the upper 90s to near 100°F (37-38°C). Heat index values could climb as high as 106°F (41°C). The National Weather Service (NWS) has also issued a hazardous weather outlook due to the potential for isolated to scattered thunderstorms later this afternoon and evening. These storms may bring damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, and locally heavy rainfall. Current conditions in Marietta, Georgia, report a temperature of 95°F (35°C) with a heat index of 107°F (42°C) as of 2:10 PM local time.
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Richmond County’s Tom Mims enters conservation hall of fame

Richmond County’s Tom Mims enters conservation hall of fame

Richmond County resident Tom Mims was inducted into the Southeast Region Conservation Hall of Fame for his leadership.
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Heat Advisory Issued for Upstate SC and Northeastern Georgia

Heat Advisory Issued for Upstate SC and Northeastern Georgia

A Heat Advisory has been issued for the Upstate region of South Carolina and northeastern Georgia, effective Monday from Noon to 8 P.M. According to the North Carolina Emergency Management, heat index values are expected to reach as high as 107°F (41.7°C). This advisory comes amidst clear weather conditions currently observed, with isolated thunderstorms forecasted for Monday and Tuesday. Temperatures are expected to peak at 91°F (32.8°C) on Monday and 88°F (31.1°C) on Tuesday. Residents in the affected areas are urged to take precautions as the heat could pose health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. Source time: Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:12:15 GMT.
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Georgia farmers learning to adapt to extreme heat | Exclusive

Georgia farmers learning to adapt to extreme heat | Exclusive

What hotter summers mean for Georgia farms and the changes already underway, according to experts.
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Can Georgia have rent-control laws? When can landlords raise your rent?

Can Georgia have rent-control laws? When can landlords raise your rent?

Georgia has no statewide rent cap, but landlords must follow lease terms and notice rules before increasing rent. Here's what to know.
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Bryan County growth tops 16%, forcing focus on roads and planning

Bryan County growth tops 16%, forcing focus on roads and planning

Bryan County's population has surged 16% since 2020, prompting local leaders to address infrastructure and planning.