Fewer Killed in Holiday Crashes

Traffic fatalities in the state were down this Thanksgiving travel period from a year ago, with 11 deaths compared to 17 last year, according to the state Department of Public Safety. More than 230 people were injured.

Troopers and local law enforcement responded to 498 crashes, including one in Lumpkin County that killed a 32-year-old man in a head-on collision.

Officers also made 422 DUI arrests, issued 680 distracted driving citations, and cited 847 people for not wearing seatbelts.

  Greene’s Exit Stirs Interest 

Candidates hoping to succeed U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene are starting to emerge, including Republicans and Democrats who echo her call for federal politicians to focus more on the economy and other kitchen table issues.

Meanwhile, Greene, R-Rome, continues to periodically comment on national issues, including urging national leaders to focus on domestic matters. “Fix health insurance. Not regime change in Venezuela,” she said in a social media post on Monday.

A date for a special election to fill Greene’s seat remains undetermined, with one local GOP chair saying the election could likely happen in March. Greene plans to leave office on Jan. 5.

Falcons Fans Uneasy

After giving up another late lead, the Atlanta Falcons dropped to 4–8 on Sunday and saw their playoff hopes all but vanish—leaving fans frustrated.

Some fans want sweeping changes, pointing fingers at head coach Raheem Morris, offensive coordinator Zac Robinson, the special teams unit, and general manager Terry Fontenot.

After Sunday’s game, Morris said he will not be making any immediate changes in his coaching staff. Morris also praised veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins, saying, “He’s done a nice job of putting us in the position to win.”

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➤ Columbus: The Columbus Airport reopened with a new concrete runway after a four-month closure, improving durability and easing holiday travel for local passengers. (More)

➤ Georgia Power’s $15 billion energy plan received pushback from Public Service Commission staff, who warned the proposal may raise customer bills by $20 a month. (More)

➤ Fulton County: A week of overnight lane closures on segments of Georgia 400 began Monday. (More)

➤ Wilmington Island: A 73-year-old woman and her 45-year-old daughter died in an apartment building fire overnight Saturday. Ten other residents were displaced due to the damage. (More)

➤ Decatur: A large water main break closed portions of Midway Road and prompted schools to close early on Monday. Water pressure was restored in the afternoon. (More)

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➤ The state’s Class 5A high school football playoffs will resume after being delayed over a legal fight related to the suspension of Gainesville High School players, since overturned by a judge. (More)

➤ Ticket prices for this weekend’s SEC Championship game in Atlanta between Georgia and Alabama range from $230 to $900 and higher through online ticket sites. (More)

➤ Atlanta Dream guard Rhyne Howard visited schools and donated new coats to local kids in her Tennessee hometown ahead of the Christmas season. (More)

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➤ Six additional outdoor pickleball courts are coming to Crabapple Center in Roswell by spring 2026, doubling capacity as part of a $207,000 park redevelopment project. (More)

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➤ The Roswell Christkindlmarket opened for its third year, offering handmade goods, food, and festive fun through Dec. 23. (More)

➤ Millie Bobby Brown chose farm life in Georgia over Hollywood after filming Stranger Things, embracing motherhood and privacy with husband Jake Bongiovi. (More)

➤ Georgia’s Hunters for the Hungry program reported that more than 58,000 pounds of venison have been donated so far to families in need. (More)

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