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More than one in five consumers (21%) said they rarely or never use a designated driver while away from home and drinking, according to a recent AAA Consumer Pulse™ Survey. That’s why AAA and Bud Light strongly encourage motorists to plan ahead before they celebrate Independence Day. AAA offers a program called, Tow to Go, as a last resort for […]

Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner Ralph Hudgens urges parents to protect their children — and themselves — from the dangers of fireworks during the July 4th holiday. The sale and individual use of any type of firework, except certain kinds of sparklers, is illegal in Georgia.  The penalties are a maximum fine of up to $1,000 and/or a sentence of […]

If you’re a veteran or in active military service and on the road today, you can be treated to a free meal on this Independence Day at all TA and Petro sit-down restaurants nationwide. TravelCenters of America LLC (TravelCenters), operator of the TA® and Petro Stopping Centers® travel center brands, invites all active duty military, veterans and reservists with proof […]

Although it rained almost every day of the month, June rainfall amounts ranked below average at the Hartwell and Russell sub-basins; but the Thurmond basin received normal rainfall for this time of year. Throughout June, the National Weather Service recorded rain on 28 days on Lake Hartwell, 27 days at Thurmond Lake, and 26 days at Russell Lake. However, daily […]

By Charlie Bauder, WNEG Radio, Toccoa The Stephens County Board of Education is proposing to cap out the millage rate at the state maximum of 20 mills to help deal with a multi-million dollar budget shortfall. During a called meeting Monday morning, the school board voted 6 to 1 to approve a tentative millage rate of 20 mills. Previously, a […]