Author: Ethan Brown

The Hall County Animal Shelter is making it easier for dogs to find their forever homes this February with its unique “Shelter Speed Dating” initiative. This program gives potential adopters a chance to spend meaningful, quality time with shelter dogs before making a lifelong commitment. A Fresh Take on Pet Adoption Deciding to adopt a pet is a big deal. The Hall County Animal Shelter understands that, which is why…

Atlanta Braves general manager Alex Anthopoulos has put any speculation to rest regarding Ronald Acuña Jr.’s return. The reigning National League MVP will step back into his usual right-field position once he’s fully recovered. There are no plans to ease him in as a designated hitter, and the team is prioritizing a full-strength comeback over a rushed return. No Plans to Ease Acuña in as DH Acuña’s return will mirror…

Exciting Races and Fierce Competition Highlight “Frost Bite” Barrel Race in Perry, Georgia From January 30 to February 1, the Good Times Barrel Racing Association (GTRBA) brought an exciting barrel race competition to the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, Georgia. The event, held at the Sutherland Livestock and Equine Arena, saw riders from across the country racing for glory. A Day of Fierce Competition The “Frost Bite” Barrel Race offered…

The University of Georgia (UGA) is set to make dining on campus more efficient with a new, contactless entry system rolling out this spring. Starting in 2025, students will experience faster, smoother access to dining halls, the Ramsey Student Center, and the UGA OneCard Office with the introduction of the MorphoWave Entry System. A Faster, Streamlined Entry Process for UGA Students At peak dining hours, lines at UGA’s popular dining…

ATLANTA – The family of 28-year-old Samuel Lilley is mourning the loss of their loved one after he was identified as one of the pilots killed in a midair collision near Reagan National Airport. The crash, which involved a small American Airlines plane and a military helicopter, has left aviation officials and loved ones searching for answers. Father Recalls the Moment He Learned the Devastating News Timothy Lilley, a former…

Company Seeks to Address Surge in Energy Consumption, but Concerns About Emissions Loom Georgia Power, a major private utility provider, is taking a bold stance to meet the state’s surging electricity demand, citing the need to maintain operations at coal-powered plants. The company’s latest strategy has sparked debate, especially as the nation grapples with the challenge of balancing energy needs and climate goals. By 2025, Georgia’s electricity consumption is expected…

Gold prices hit an all-time high on January 30, 2025, with the 24K gold crossing the ₹83,000 mark in Delhi, driven by strong retail demand and a weaker US dollar in global markets. In addition to robust demand ahead of the upcoming wedding season in India, the US Federal Reserve’s decision to hold rates steady helped gold extend its gains. Gold Surges as Retail Demand and Dollar Weakness Collide Gold…

Strengthening Ties Between Armenia and Georgia Ararat Mirzoyan, the Foreign Minister of Armenia, announced on Thursday that he has accepted an invitation from his Georgian counterpart, Maka Botchorishvili, to visit Tbilisi. Mirzoyan made the announcement during a joint press conference with Botchorishvili in Yerevan, marking a significant step towards enhancing the diplomatic and political relations between the two neighboring countries. Mirzoyan expressed his enthusiasm about the invitation, noting that although…

UN-appointed experts are calling for an immediate and thorough investigation into the alleged use of excessive force by Georgian police against peaceful demonstrators during protests in November and December 2024. On January 28, 2025, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights released a statement urging Georgian authorities to address grave concerns about police conduct during widespread demonstrations that erupted in late 2024. The experts called for…

The European Union is taking a firm stance on its relationship with Georgia. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, has confirmed that member states must now implement the suspension of visa liberalization for Georgian diplomats within their domestic legal frameworks. This announcement follows a decisive move by the Council of the European Union to limit visa privileges for certain Georgian officials. EU Tightens Restrictions on…