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Georgia town locks water to planned ICE detention center

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The city of Social Circle, Georgia, has placed a lock on the water meter of a warehouse purchased by Immigration and Customs Enforcement for use as an immigration detention facility. Officials cited concerns over exceeding local water and sewer capacity. The Department of Homeland Security countered that the site includes measures to avoid straining infrastructure.

Georgia man sentenced to life for girlfriend's beating death

Mamadi Tambajang has been convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison with parole possible after 50 years for beating his girlfriend Amber Kelly to death in their Sandy Springs apartment. The 31-year-old Kelly suffered more than 25 blunt force injuries. Tambajang turned himself in to police days after the attack.

Georgia man charged with strangling ex-girlfriend after rejection

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A 20-year-old Georgia man faces aggravated assault charges after allegedly strangling his ex-girlfriend when she rejected his advances to reconcile. Jaiden Grant grabbed her by the throat and squeezed until she feared passing out, according to court documents. He has posted bond but is barred from contacting her or entering Athens-Clarke County.

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Teen charged after toilet paper prank kills Georgia teacher

An 18-year-old Georgia teen faces vehicular homicide charges after a prank involving toilet paper led to the death of a local teacher. Jason Hughes, 40, was struck by a pickup truck while confronting the group outside his home in Gainesville. Four other teens involved face misdemeanor charges.

Brenau nursing student wins state scholarship

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Dinah Hamilton, a senior in Brenau University's accelerated BSN program, has been named the 2026 Sarah Helen Killgore Scholarship recipient. The award comes from the Georgia Association of Nurse Educators, recognizing her among three statewide winners. This honor supports her studies in the Mary Inez Grindle School of Nursing.

Soul Food Flavor set to open in Whitesburg, Georgia

A new restaurant specializing in Southern soul food is preparing to launch in Whitesburg, Georgia. Soul Food Flavor will occupy the former Twisted Steel BBQ spot at 665 Main Street, offering classic comfort dishes. The soft opening is scheduled for March 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM.

Georgia man on trial for fatal shooting of longtime friend

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A 78-year-old Georgia man faces murder charges in the shooting death of his 68-year-old best friend of 30 years, allegedly over a $30 debt. The incident occurred outside a gas station in Jonesboro on October 30, 2023, and the trial is ongoing. Prosecutors argue it was intentional, while the defense claims it was an accident during a struggle over a gun.

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