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Helene: Residents rescued from flooding at Atlanta apartment complex | FOX 5 News

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September 27, 2024

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SUMMARY: Rescue operations are underway as firefighters use boats to evacuate residents from flooded apartments, with areas resembling ponds instead of parking lots. Water levels continue to rise, prompting concerns as rain persists. Many residents report waking up to several feet of water inside their homes, leading to chaotic situations where neighbors request urgent assistance. Survivors express sorrow over substantial property losses but some are relieved to have homeowners insurance. Families are evacuating with their children and pets, taking only what they can carry in bags, amid the heartbreaking circumstances. The situation remains critical as conditions worsen.

FOX 5’s Lindsay Tuman was there as members of an apartment complex in Buckhead had to be rescued from flood waters.

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November 13, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-13 07:54:00

SUMMARY: GreenBox Systems LLC is set to open an automated warehouse in Butts County, creating 300 jobs, according to Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp. The 1 million-square-foot facility at The Cubes at RiverPark will offer positions such as automation operators, logistics coordinators, and maintenance technicians. The project represents a $144 million investment. Butts County officials highlighted the importance of attracting high-quality industries while maintaining community quality of life. The facility is expected to launch in late 2025, with GreenBox’s managing partner expressing pride in contributing to Georgia’s culture of innovation.

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‘Safest, most secure’ election, county results to be certified | Georgia

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1 day ago

November 12, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | The Center Square – 2024-11-12 14:08:00

SUMMARY: By 5 p.m. Tuesday, all 159 counties in Georgia were to have certified their election results. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger praised the counties for meeting the deadline, highlighting record voter turnout with 72.7% participation. Former President Donald Trump led the presidential race with 50.74% of the vote, while Vice President Kamala Harris received 48.52%. Raffensperger emphasized that Georgia had secure, fair, and efficient elections, noting improvements in voter accessibility and experience. He expressed confidence that the election results would be accepted, with no significant issues expected during the certification process by Nov. 22.

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Meadows case to remain in Fulton County | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-12 13:02:00

SUMMARY: The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear Mark Meadows’ appeal to move his Georgia criminal case to federal court. Indicted by a Fulton County Grand Jury, Meadows faces charges of soliciting the violation of oath and conspiracy related to efforts to overturn election results, alongside 18 others, including Trump. Lower courts ruled against Meadows, stating he was not acting as a federal officer, and his actions did not pertain to his official duties. He has pleaded not guilty, and the case is currently on hold as an Appeals Court reviews claims regarding District Attorney Fani Willis’ potential conflict of interest.

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