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High PFAS Levels Hit Northwest Georgia Residents

Residents in northwest Georgia towns like Rome and Calhoun are facing alarming health concerns after a new Emory University study revealed elevated levels of PFAS, known as forever chemicals, in their blood. Preliminary results show that some participants have PFAS concentrations higher than 95 percent of the US population, sparking fears of long term risks from water and soil contamination. Study Reveals Shocking PFAS Exposure Emory University researchers collected blood…

Georgia Opens a New Financial Door for Storm-Struck Homeowners

As storms grow stronger and repair bills climb higher, Georgia lawmakers have rolled out a new option meant to give homeowners breathing room when disaster hits. A freshly passed law lets residents stash money tax-free for future storm repairs, but only under strict rules tied to declared emergencies. Homeowners say the timing feels overdue. Insurance Costs Keep Rising, and Homeowners Feel Cornered In places like Houston County, storms are no…

Florida Gators Crush Ranked Georgia Bulldogs 92-77

The Florida Gators pulled off a stunning victory over the 18th-ranked Georgia Bulldogs, winning 92-77 in their Southeastern Conference home opener at Exactech Arena in Gainesville on January 6, 2026. This matchup marked a dramatic role reversal, with unranked Florida dominating a highly touted Georgia team led by former Gators coach Mike White, ending a recent skid and boosting team morale. Game Highlights and Key Moments Florida started strong but…

Former Piedmont Bank Leaders Launch Georgia Skyline Bank, Targeting Small Businesses

A group of former Piedmont Bank executives is moving quickly to bring a new community lender to market in metro Atlanta. With regulatory approvals secured and capital commitments nearing target, Georgia Skyline Bank is preparing to open its doors within weeks. The Roswell-based bank plans to begin operations in late February or early March, positioning itself as a relationship-focused option for small and midsize businesses across the region. A familiar…

Georgia Farmer Slashes Acres Amid Rising Costs

In southwest Georgia, farmer Alex Harrell has cut his operation by 3,000 acres, responding to skyrocketing input costs that threaten his livelihood. This move signals a wider crisis, with Harrell warning that vast U.S. farmland could sit unplanted in 2026 as producers struggle to break even. Harrell’s Tough Choice to Downsize Alex Harrell, a 36-year-old grower in Lee County, Georgia, made a bold decision late last year. He reviewed his…

Georgia Sets March Special Election to Fill Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Vacant House Seat

Georgia’s political calendar just got crowded. A special election is now locked in to replace former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, opening the door to a chaotic, crowded contest in one of the state’s most reliably conservative districts. Marjorie Taylor Greene is officially out of Congress, and Georgia is wasting no time moving forward. Governor Brian Kemp has scheduled a March 10 special election to fill the remainder of Greene’s term,…

Finebaum Blasts Georgia After Latest Playoff Exit

Paul Finebaum, a top voice in college football, ripped into the Georgia Bulldogs after their shocking loss to Ole Miss in the 2026 College Football Playoff quarterfinals. The defeat marks another early exit for Georgia, raising questions about the program’s direction under coach Kirby Smart despite back-to-back SEC titles. Finebaum Questions Georgia’s Dominance Finebaum did not hold back on his show, calling Georgia’s recent SEC championships hollow. He pointed out…

Intel Unveils Core Ultra Series 3 at CES 2026, Marking First Chips Built on 18A Process

Intel used the CES 2026 stage in Las Vegas to introduce its Core Ultra Series 3 processors, a milestone launch that places a brand-new manufacturing process at the center of its AI PC strategy. The chips arrive this month and signal a clear shift in how Intel plans to compete across consumer PCs, commercial systems, and industrial devices. The message was straightforward. This is about scale, efficiency, and finally getting…

Mahindra XUV 7XO Launches in India at Rs 13.66 Lakh

Mahindra has unveiled the XUV 7XO, a refreshed version of its popular XUV700 SUV, on January 5, 2026, in India. This update brings bold design changes, advanced tech features, and familiar power options to compete in the growing mid-size SUV market. The launch comes at a time when Indian buyers seek more premium and tech-loaded vehicles. Mahindra aims to boost its sales with this model, building on the success of…

Sensex Slides 277 Points at Open, Nifty Slips Below 26,200 as Oil & Gas Stocks Drag Markets Lower

Indian equities began Tuesday on a cautious note, extending losses for a second straight session as selling pressure in oil and gas stocks weighed heavily on benchmarks. Reliance Industries and city gas distributors bore the brunt, pushing the Nifty Oil & Gas index sharply lower and keeping investors on edge amid global geopolitical unease. At the opening bell, the mood was defensive, though not panicked. Traders appeared watchful, scanning overseas…