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Apalachee High shooting | Tragedy brings attention to conversation around cellphone pouches

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-09-06 16:23:52

SUMMARY: The debate over banning cell phones in schools intensifies, especially in light of recent active shooter incidents. Parents and students grapple with the implications of such restrictions, as schools nationwide consider policies that limit phone use. While cell phones can be vital for communicating during emergencies, experts warn they may also distract students from crucial instructions. Consequently, schools are urged to create clear contingency plans and involve all stakeholders in decision-making. The emphasis is on minimizing distractions to ensure students follow directives from teachers or law enforcement during critical situations. For information on the recent Appalache High School shooting, text “appalachi” to 44885.

Security experts say policies removing phones from classrooms should come with backup plans. READ MORE: https://www.11alive.com/article/news/special-reports/apalachee-high-shooting/apalachee-high-school-shooting-everything-to-know/85-eeb58c64-1ba4-41cf-8783-6384eb9d5368

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Study: AI and data centers could drive cost of energy up by 70% over 10 years | Virginia

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November 21, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Morgan Sweeney | The Center Square – 2024-11-21 19:07:00

SUMMARY: A report by the Jack Kemp Foundation warns that average American energy bills could rise by 25% to 70% over the next decade due to soaring energy demands driven by AI, hyperscale data centers, and advanced manufacturing. The surge is straining the U.S. power grid, leading to significant price increases in capacity markets. Dominion Energy disputes these findings, predicting only a 2.5% annual increase in Virginia. The report argues for policy changes, including charging data centers more for energy and halting subsidies for their construction to alleviate the burden on consumers. Recommendations also include implementing minimum take clauses for utility contracts.

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2 arrests made in connection to DeKalb County Jail

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November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2024-11-21 18:40:01

SUMMARY: A former DeKalb County deputy, Joanne Marx, has been arrested for bringing contraband, including a cell phone and cigarettes, into the jail and engaging in sexual acts with an inmate. Meanwhile, former inmate Tobias Woods faces felony murder charges linked to the overdose death of Christian Collins, who consumed fatal drugs supplied by Woods. The DeKalb County District Attorney is committed to eliminating corruption in the jail and is investigating how these drugs entered the facility. The DA emphasized that incarceration should not lead to death, stressing accountability for those involved.

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced 2 arrests Thursday afternoon in connection to DeKalb County Jail.

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Carr announces Georgia gubernatorial bid | Georgia

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November 21, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-21 15:41:00

SUMMARY: Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced his candidacy for the 2026 Republican gubernatorial nomination. In a post on his X page, Carr emphasized his commitment to building on the legacies of former governors Brian Kemp, Nathan Deal, and Sonny Perdue by focusing on job creation, community safety, and defending constitutional freedoms. With Kemp term-limited, Carr, who has been attorney general since 2016 and previously served in economic development and as chief of staff to Senator Johnny Isakson, enters a race that includes at least one other candidate, Democrat Olu Brown, who announced his campaign in August.

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