Tifton’s Nixon Family celebrates new historical marker dedication
The Nixon Family, an integral part of Tifton’s story, invites all to attend a Georgia Historical Marker Dedication on Sunday, June 14.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
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Georgia moves beyond HOPE, with need-based aid for college students
Next fall, Georgia students attending one of the state's public colleges and universities will have a chance at financial aid if they come from a low-income...
May 12, 2026Open source
Georgia Democrats seek answers from Justice Department over Fulton election worker subpoena
Four Democrats in Georgia's congressional delegation sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice Friday protesting the agency's demand for personal infor...
May 8, 2026Open source
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Georgia man accused of Oxford check theft and cashing scam
A Georgia man is accused of cashing an intercepted and rewritten check for more than $14,000, according to a Johnson County criminal complaint.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Georgia man accused of forging check from local Iowa livestock business
OXFORD, Iowa (KCRG) - A Georgia man is facing first-degree theft and forgery charges in Iowa after authorities said he forged a check for more than $14,000.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Cobb County Restaurant Report Card – 06/11/2026
The Georgia Department of Public Health conducted food service inspections in Cobb County on 06/11/2026. The following 5 establishments were inspected.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Volchko's 15-strikeout complete game, Volantis' struggle lead to Georgia's 7-1 CWS win over Texas
Joey Volchko struck out a career-high 15 in his first complete game and Georgia capitalized on Texas ace Dylan Volantis’ horrific first inning to win 7-1 i...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
New postseason formulas bring changes to high school scheduling
For years, Georgia high school football coaches have faced some of the same non-region scheduling dilemmas.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Jakori Edwards named head boys basketball coach at Pelham High School
South Georgia native brings defensive philosophy and mentorship approach to Hornets program
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Former soldier pleads guilty in love-triangle murder
A former soldier pleaded guilty to murder in the second-degree after a love-triangle murder left one soldier dead and put a Georgia military base on lockdown.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Heat advisory in effect for some South Georgia counties
A heat advisory is in effect Saturday, June 13, for several South Georgia counties as heat indexes could reach 105 degrees.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Car struck by lightning in Richmond Hill, driver being taken to hospital
RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (WTOC) - The Bryan County Sheriff’s Office reported that a person was taken to the hospital after their car was struck by lightning at t...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Tracking more hot weather and t-storms for SE Georgia and the Lowcountry on Sunday
Sunday is another impact day with triple digits in the forecast once again. Isolated t-storms are also possible with a marginal risk of severe weather for pa...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Volchko’s 15-strikeout complete game, Volantis’ struggle lead to Georgia’s 7-1 CWS win over Texas
OMAHA, Neb. -- Joey Volchko struck out a career-high 15 in his first complete game and Georgia capitalized on Texas ace Dylan Volantis' horrific first inning...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Camden County 4-H takes students to competition
The Georgia 4-H Southeast District Project Achievement competition was Feb. 6-8 at Rock Eagle 4-H Center in Eatonton.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
As demand for general aviation space grows, does southeast Georgia need a new airport?
For most of the southeast Georgia region’s airports, growth plans are outlined with industrial expansion in mind, but underneath the booming industry, lies...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Burt Jones: GOP could lose governor's race if he doesn't win June 16 runoff
Georgia gubernatorial candidate Burt Jones made a campaign stop in Statesboro Thursday.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Lowndes Co. Property Transactions June 13
Rebecca Speicher, Valdosta, to Warrior One, LLC, Lowndes Co. Map & Parcel No. 0110C 135, $145,000 Veteran Renovation & Construction, LP, Lake Park, Ga., to...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
7 secret destinations to explore in NJ
Gloucester Township police have arrested Oswald Ricardo Whyatt Greene on robbery charges. Camden County officials say the Georgia resident stole an expensive...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Tampa Bay area government scammed out of $1.4 million. Would fraudster get prison?
. A Georgia man recently learned his fate in connection with a scheme that bilked Manatee County government out of nearly $1.4 million. [ PATTI SAPONE...
Jun 13, 2026Open source
Andrew Smart, son of Kirby, gets first scholarship offer from a Georgia rival
Kirby Smart's son Andrew received his first scholarship offer on Thursday from an unlikely source.
Jun 13, 2026Open source
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Region: South Georgia
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Georgia man accused of Oxford check theft and cashing scam
A Georgia man is accused of cashing an intercepted and rewritten check for more than $14,000, according to a Johnson County criminal complaint.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Georgia man accused of forging check from local Iowa livestock business
OXFORD, Iowa (KCRG) - A Georgia man is facing first-degree theft and forgery charges in Iowa after authorities said he forged a check for more than $14,000.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Cobb County Restaurant Report Card – 06/11/2026
The Georgia Department of Public Health conducted food service inspections in Cobb County on 06/11/2026. The following 5 establishments were inspected.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Volchko's 15-strikeout complete game, Volantis' struggle lead to Georgia's 7-1 CWS win over Texas
Joey Volchko struck out a career-high 15 in his first complete game and Georgia capitalized on Texas ace Dylan Volantis’ horrific first inning to win 7-1 i...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
New postseason formulas bring changes to high school scheduling
For years, Georgia high school football coaches have faced some of the same non-region scheduling dilemmas.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Jakori Edwards named head boys basketball coach at Pelham High School
South Georgia native brings defensive philosophy and mentorship approach to Hornets program
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Former soldier pleads guilty in love-triangle murder
A former soldier pleaded guilty to murder in the second-degree after a love-triangle murder left one soldier dead and put a Georgia military base on lockdown.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Heat advisory in effect for some South Georgia counties
A heat advisory is in effect Saturday, June 13, for several South Georgia counties as heat indexes could reach 105 degrees.
Jun 14, 2026Open source
Car struck by lightning in Richmond Hill, driver being taken to hospital
RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (WTOC) - The Bryan County Sheriff’s Office reported that a person was taken to the hospital after their car was struck by lightning at t...
Jun 14, 2026Open source
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