Gasoline prices dipped a little in South Georgia during the past week, while state and national prices barely shifted. The average price for a gallon of gasoline in Valdosta late in the week was $3.59 …
Nearly 100 animals rescued from ‘horrendous conditions’ on northwest Georgia property
The Atlanta Humane Society has rescued at least 88 cat and three dogs from a northwest Georgia property after they were found in horrendous conditions.
Dr. Robert Buschman named Georgia’s new state economist
Gov. Brian Kemp announced his appointment of Dr. Robert Buschman as Georgia’s new state economist, effective Sept. 1.
Georgia judge needs more time in lawsuit over blocking the state’s ban on gender-affirming care
A federal judge deciding whether to block a Georgia law that bans hormone replacement therapies for transgender people under 18 said Friday …
Suspected stolen racehorse recovered on fugitive’s property during raid, Georgia authorities say
A suspected stolen thoroughbred racehorse was recovered this week after officials say they arrested a wanted fugitive.
Accused porch pirate shimmies down storm drain to escape Georgia police, video shows
The man was accused of swiping packages off residents’ porches before his car was involved in a crash, Sheriff Barry Babb told the station. That’s when he ran. It all happened on July 26, per the …
Retired Soldier Accused of Stealing Humvee, Crashing It into Army Headquarters
A retired staff sergeant who allegedly stole a Humvee and crashed it into the headquarters of the Army’s Third Infantry Division in Georgia could now face up to 20 years in prison, the U.S. Attorney’s …
Can you bury a body in your backyard? Here’s what Georgia law says
According to U.S. Funerals Online, there are no state laws prohibiting burying a body on your own property in Georgia. However, there is one county in the Peach State that has specific laws …
Gambill: State lawmakers might act on property tax increases
Earlier this year, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed House Bill 118 and House Bill 622 to triple Bartow County’s homestead tax exemptions for school and county …
26 horses die in overnight barn fire at Georgia riding school. ‘Devastating loss’
A massive fire ripped through a barn, killing 26 horses at a family-owned riding school and farm in north Georgia, officials say. Crews were called around 6 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 6, about multiple reports …