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An Atlanta resident, Gervis Manson, celebrated her remarkable 103rd birthday at A.G. Rhodes Atlanta, where she has lived since childhood. A lifelong Atlanta Braves fan, Manson looks forward to the upcoming baseball season, bringing joy to her community as they celebrate her milestone birthday.
Broadway in Atlanta has announced its exciting 2025-26 season, featuring 13 shows including the Tony Award-winning _Harry Potter and the Cursed Child_ and _Disney’s Beauty and the Beast_. The season runs from September 2025 to July 2026 at the iconic Fox Theatre, following a record-breaking year for ticket sales and local economic impact.
ICE initiated targeted arrest operations in metro Atlanta, resulting in community concerns and fears among undocumented individuals. This move follows the elimination of a Biden Administration policy that restricted immigration arrests in sensitive locations, including churches. Local leaders and immigration attorneys are advocating for awareness and legal assistance to those affected by these operations.
A person is recovering after a fall into an elevator shaft on River Street in Savannah, Georgia, on Saturday morning. Firefighters quickly responded to the scene, rescuing the individual, who was pinned between the elevator car and the shaft opening. The victim's age and condition have not been disclosed.
LaGrange police have arrested Travis Rivers, 35, for allegedly sexually and physically assaulting a 38-year-old woman, which resulted in her breaking her ankle. The incident occurred early Saturday morning on Fendig Street, and authorities are encouraging anyone with information to come forward. The case is under investigation as police seek additional details from the public.
A 30-year-old man, Matthew Steven Rollie, wanted in Forsyth County, Georgia, for child sex crimes was killed in a shootout with deputies in DeSoto County, Florida. During a traffic stop, Rollie opened fire, injuring one deputy before being fatally shot. The incident is under investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.
The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning has revoked the license of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool in Alpharetta following the tragic death of a 1-year-old boy who choked on a piece of mango. The investigation revealed serious health and safety violations, including inadequate supervision and improper food preparation. The family of the deceased child expressed their heartbreak and seeks justice, while the preschool has 10 days to appeal the decision.
A Monroe County man, 19-year-old Dakarai Preston, was arrested for breaking into vehicles on Friday night, prompting a police chase. He is now facing multiple charges, including entering autos and obstruction of an officer, and is being held without bond at Monroe County Jail.
Georgia has confirmed its first case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in a white-tailed deer harvested in Lanier County, prompting the Department of Natural Resources to activate a CWD Management Area. Hunters are advised to take precautions to prevent the disease's spread, including proper carcass disposal and testing harvested deer. The DNR emphasizes collaboration with the community to manage CWD and ensure healthy deer populations.
Cobb County Police have implemented ShotSpotter technology, enabling them to quickly locate gunshots using acoustic sensors. This innovation aims to enhance response times and improve the safety of officers and the community. The technology provides real-time alerts, allowing police to gather vital information before arriving at the scene of incidents.