The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor map released Thursday shows much of Georgia remains under drought conditions.

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The weekly U.S. Drought Monitor map released Thursday shows much of Georgia remains under drought conditions.

Credit: U.S. Drought Monitor

Georgia’s most significant drought in 14 years is getting worse. The latest U.S. Drought Monitor map shows nearly half the state in extreme or exceptional drought.

A Macon church director has been charged with stealing or mishandling more than $500,000. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office says the alleged scheme lasted from 2022 until October 2025, when Riverside United Methodist Church abruptly closed.

Tybee Island will not receive $12 million in federal funding the city requested for beach renourishment. Officials say they’re disappointed with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers decision shared this week.

Atlanta Police say they’re increasing security this weekend for the 90th Atlanta Dogwood Festival.

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