Sunday, November 9, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1795, Josiah Tattnall, a long-serving American naval officer and a noteworthy figure during the Civil War, was born at Bonaventure Plantation, near Savannah. He served in the War of 1812 and later as a captain of the Confederate Navy, with responsibility for the coasts of Georgia and South Carolina.

Buckle up…literally and figuratively! Georgians are urged to take necessary precautions to prepare for the upcoming freezing forecast this week. Learn more in Top Stories. Also learn how law enforcement agencies are encouraging seat belt use this month in Around Georgia.

This edition is sponsored by Oricle, a trusted partner making better hearing possible for thousands of families. Sometimes the best stories aren’t crafted in marketing meetings—they unfold around the dinner table. Recently, our founder gifted his dad, “Grandpa Jim,” a pair of Oricle hearing aids. What happened next had the whole family laughing, tearing up, and realizing just how powerful clear hearing can be.

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State’s First Hard Freeze is Here

Freezing cold temperatures are forecast early this week across north and central Georgia, likely bringing the first hard freeze of the season.

After a weekend cold front and rain, highs on Monday will struggle to reach the 40s, with overnight lows dropping into the 20s early Tuesday. Veterans Day wind chills will make conditions feel even colder, leading to a brisk start for the morning commute.

Residents are urged to take the necessary precautions, protecting pipes, pets, and plants before the freeze sets in.

Inmate Caught Running Drug Empire

A Georgia inmate serving life without parole has been convicted of running a multimillion-dollar drug and money laundering operation from his cell at Calhoun State Prison.

Jarvis Matthews, 46, used smuggled cellphones to direct the operation through his fiancée, two adult sons, girlfriends, and a nephew, who all helped move meth, heroin, and fentanyl across metro Atlanta.

The FBI began investigating Matthews in 2022 and, after undercover operations, wiretaps, and surveillance, brought the case to trial. Matthews now faces at least 25 more years in federal prison on top of his existing life sentence.

Miss Georgia Teen Launches Care Service

Carrington Manous, a high school senior and Miss Georgia’s Teen 2024, is using her platform to help kids with complex medical needs through advocacy, outreach, and hands-on service.

In October, she co-founded Able Path Care, an in-home pediatric nursing agency that provides specialized care for children with complex diagnoses—addressing a specific gap in Georgia’s healthcare system.

The state has an estimated 13,000 children with chronic conditions, more than 75% of whom come from low-income families, and half are cared for by a single mother or grandmother.

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When our founder gave his dad, “Grandpa Jim,” a pair of Oricle hearing aids, nobody knew what to expect. For years, Jim had struggled to keep up with conversations—missing jokes, nodding along, and quietly withdrawing. But the moment he put them on, everything changed. Suddenly, voices were crisp, laughter rang out, and Jim was back in the middle of it all.

At one point, he even asked the family to “quiet down” because things were suddenly too clear. That moment stuck with us. For Jim, it wasn’t just about hearing better—it was about feeling present again. He loved them so much, he immediately asked for an extra pair, just in case.

Stories like this are why we’re proud to partner with Oricle. If you or someone you love has been waiting to take the step toward better hearing, now’s the time. Don’t miss out on life’s moments—see what Oricle can do for you today.

➤ Statewide: Law enforcement agencies will launch the “Click It or Ticket” campaign Nov. 22-30 to boost seat belt use before holiday travel. Data shows that 60% of people killed in Thanksgiving week crashes were not wearing seat belts. (More)

➤ Atlanta: Invest Atlanta approved $925,000 to boost small businesses in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including $250,000 in improvement grants for signage, lighting, and storefront upgrades. (See Details)

➤ Thomasville: Former Mayor Leonard Powell, 85, was honored for donating 100 gallons of blood over his lifetime, a mission he began at 16 to help hundreds of hospital patients. (See Details)

➤ Athens: Officials are searching for a 35-foot-tall, 20-foot-wide cedar with a symmetrical shape to display in front of City Hall this December, with removal and transport provided for free. (See Details)

➤ DeKalb County: Gary Childers, wanted for attempted murder and firearm charges, was safely arrested Friday night after a weeklong manhunt and will be extradited to Alabama. (More)

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➤ No. 5 Georgia trailed Mississippi State 7-0 early, then scored 38 unanswered points to win 41-21. (Recap)

➤ Kennesaw State improved to 5-0 in Conference USA play with a 24-21 win at New Mexico State. Georgia State lost 40-27 to Coastal Carolina. (See Scores)

➤ The Atlanta Hawks resumed NBA Cup action on Friday night, losing to the Toronto Raptors to fall to 1-1 in the tournament. Despite the loss, Hawks second-year forward Zaccharie Risacher provided a nice highlight when he dropped a Toronto defender to the ground and finished the play with a layup. (Watch Video)

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Our founder’s dad, “Grandpa Jim,” slipped on a pair of Oricle hearing aids—and the change was instant. For years, he’d been on the sidelines of family conversations. But suddenly, he could hear everything so clearly that he even asked everyone to quiet down. That’s how powerful the difference was.

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➤ Macon Burger Week is back with 25 local restaurants serving up creative beefy masterpieces, from bourbon peach jam sliders to Wagyu “Cowboy Killers,” through Nov. 15. (See List)

➤ Tyler Perry donated nearly $1.5 million to local groups and organizations that provide food resources and support families impacted by the Supreme Court’s SNAP benefit freeze. (More)

➤ Valdosta will host its monthly Great American Cleanup on Dec. 6, inviting volunteers to pick up litter along Marion Street, promoting community pride and environmental health. (See Details)

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