Central Georgia

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News, Weather September 7, 2026

Georgia Weather Outlook Calls for Gusty Winds and Storms, Mostly in Central GA

Isolated thunderstorms could develop across parts of central Georgia Monday afternoon and evening, bringing gusty winds, frequent lightning and brief downpours, according to the National Weather Service. Easterly winds are…

News, Weather August 24, 2026

Thunderstorm Chances Continue in Georgia Through Friday

Isolated thunderstorms could bring frequent lightning and gusty winds to parts of south-central Georgia Monday afternoon, with additional isolated to scattered storms possible across portions of north and central Georgia…

News, Weather August 23, 2026

Georgia weather outlook includes storm threat Sunday

Isolated thunderstorms could develop across Central Georgia late Sunday afternoon, with damaging wind gusts possible in stronger storms, according to the National Weather Service. Additional isolated to scattered afternoon thunderstorms…

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News, Weather August 16, 2026

Georgia Heat Advisory Remains in Effect Through Monday

A Heat Advisory remains in effect across much of north and central Georgia until 8 p.m. EDT Monday, with heat index values reaching up to 109 degrees. Hot temperatures and…

News, Weather August 16, 2026

Cobb County Faces Triple-Digit Heat Index and Storm Chances

A Heat Advisory remains in effect across much of north and central Georgia Sunday, with heat index values well into the 100s and isolated thunderstorms capable of strong wind gusts,…

News, Weather August 12, 2026

Georgia Faces Risk of Severe Thunderstorms Wednesday

Isolated to scattered thunderstorms could bring severe weather to north and central Georgia Wednesday afternoon and evening, with strong gusty winds, small hail, frequent lightning and heavy rainfall among the…

News, Weather August 8, 2026

Thunderstorms Could Bring Flash Flooding to Cobb County and Region

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across north and central Georgia Saturday afternoon and evening, with gusty winds, frequent lightning and locally heavy rainfall possible. Isolated flash flooding may also…

News, Weather August 6, 2026

Scattered Thunderstorms Expected Across North and Central Georgia Through Weekend

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across much of north and central Georgia today and through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service. A few storms this afternoon and…

News, Weather August 5, 2026

Heavy Rain and Gusty Winds Threaten Parts of Georgia Wednesday

Scattered thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall are expected across much of north and central Georgia today, with the National Weather Service warning that a few storms could produce gusty winds…

News, Weather August 2, 2026

Severe Thunderstorms Possible Across Parts of Georgia Today

Strong to severe thunderstorms could develop across parts of north and central Georgia today, with the greatest risk south and east of the Interstate 85 corridor. The National Weather Service…

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Labor September 7, 2026

Labor unions are growing, but where depends on state politics

by Kevin Hardy, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 7, 2026 Labor union membership continues to climb in the United States, though…

Labor September 7, 2026

Report: Georgia continues to rank near the bottom of nation on worker’s rights

by Maya Homan, Georgia Recorder, [This article first appeared in the Georgia Recorder, republished with permission] September 7, 2026 Georgia has made modest gains, but remains one of the worst…

Economy September 7, 2026

Taxpayers don’t want to pay for new NFL stadiums – so why did politicians approve billions in subsidies to fund six new ones?

by J.C. Bradbury, Kennesaw State University, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] When the Buffalo Bills play their 2026 season home opener in the newly built…

Puzzles Games and Quizzes September 7, 2026

The Conversation U.S. weekly news quiz

by Fritz Holznagel, The Conversation, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] We hope you’ve enjoyed this quiz from our quizmaster, Fritz Holznagel, a past winner of…

Immigration September 7, 2026

What comes next for the 1 million people who have lost – or will soon lose – Temporary Protected Status

by Jean Lantz Reisz, University of Southern California, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] At the beginning of President Donald Trump’s second term, 1.3 million individuals…