Seven Georgians Sickened by Salmonella Outbreak

At least seven individuals in Georgia have been affected by a multi-state Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers distributed by Fresh Start Produce Sales Inc. from April 29 to May 19.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports a total of 45 cases and 16 hospitalizations across 18 states, with no fatalities.

The recalled cucumbers were distributed to stores, restaurants, and other facilities.

The CDC advises consumers to check with retailers and restaurants over the next week to determine if purchased cucumbers are part of the recall. If uncertain, it’s safest to discard the cucumbers and sanitize any surfaces they may have contacted.

  Delta Flight Turns Back to Atlanta Airport

Delta Flight 1457, a Boeing 757 en route to Tampa with 193 passengers, returned to Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Friday due to a pressurization issue.

“Nothing is more important than the safety of our customers and people,” a Delta spokesperson said. “That is why the flight crew of Delta Flight 1457 followed established procedures and returned to Atlanta after a mechanical issue was observed during flight.”

The aircraft landed safely, and all of the passengers were transferred to another plane. The cause of the mechanical problem is currently under investigation.

A similar incident occurred nearly a month ago when a Delta flight destined for California was forced to return to Atlanta for the same reason.

Camilla Mayor Jailed on Felony Charges

Camilla Mayor Kelvin Owens, along with two former election officials, were arrested and jailed on felony charges for attempting to halt a local election in November 2024.

Owens declared the election canceled and closed polling places following a legal battle over the eligibility of Venterra Pollard, a city council member removed from office for not residing in Camilla, who sought to regain his seat in the election.

However, a judge intervened, appointing new voting supervisors and ordering polls to remain open until nearly 4 a.m. the following day.

All three are being held at Mitchell County Jail while awaiting a hearing on Monday.

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➤ Atlanta: The federal government is moving forward with plans to sell the Peachtree Summit Federal Building after recent reports showed the building was underutilized and subjected to high modernization costs. (More)

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➤ Rabun County: A local man was arrested for allegedly attempting to abduct a woman using a crossbow while she was walking her dog near Minnehaha Falls. She escaped unharmed. (More)

➤ DeKalb County: An investigation has begun after a burned body of a man was discovered by a visitor at Stone Mountain Park near the mountain’s summit on Saturday. (More)

➤ Macon: A second child has died after spending over a week in critical condition following a May 23 drowning incident at Lake Tobesofkee. (More)

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➤ A public celebration of life for NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo was held on Saturday at Georgia Tech’s McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, honoring his legacy both on and off the basketball court. (More)

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➤ The Atlanta Braves Foundation and MLB have announced a $4 million investment in metro Atlanta community projects as part of the 2025 All-Star Legacy initiative. (More)

➤ A Mulberry council member is leading “Heals on Wheels,” a 10,000-mile motorcycle trip from Georgia to Alaska to raise awareness and support for veterans and first responders dealing with PTSD. (See Video)

➤ The National Arthritis Foundation unveiled a symbolic green miniature door art display to commemorate Arthritis Awareness Month at its headquarters in Midtown Atlanta. (More)

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