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Georgia Today: UGA graduate killed; New data center in SW Georgia; Planned ICE detention facilities

On the Mar 13th Edition: A University of Georgia graduate was killed in a shooting yesterday on the campus of Old Dominion University; A new data center project takes shape in Southwest Georgia; And we'll take a look at what we know — and what we don't — about planned ICE detention facilities. 

March 13, 2026
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Mark Davenport
Health Sciences Campus Sunrise

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UGA School of Medicine sees application influx ahead of fall opening

Only 60 medical students will be admitted in the first year. 

March 11, 2026
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  • Sofi Gratas
Both turkey and black vultures discover and partake in this feast.

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There's a growing number of black vulture deaths by bird flu. That worries UGA researchers

University of Georgia researchers tested 134 dead black vultures from seven Southeast states including Georgia. They found more than 84% tested positive for bird flu.

March 04, 2026
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  • Ellen Eldridge
close up of a scale balanced at 100

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Negative childhood experiences increase risk of obesity, UGA study shows

A University of Georgia study on the impact of adverse child experiences suggests clinicians should screen children as part of an annual physical and address risk factors early on.

February 24, 2026
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  • Ellen Eldridge
Author Elizabeth Chamblee Burch speaks about her book The Pain Brokers in GPB's studios in Atlanta.

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How a network of scammers turned women's pain into profit

Georgia law professor Elizabeth Chamblee Burch's book, The Pain Brokers, untangles a twisted network of doctors, call center operators, fake lawyers and lenders who profited from the pain women suffered after having pelvic mesh removed.

February 23, 2026
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  • Peter Biello
Ken McCarty, center, and his wife Martha Anne, right, talk to Dr. Anthony Marchetti while being treated for the flu at Upson Regional Medical Center in Thomaston, Ga., Friday, Feb. 9, 2018.

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STUDY: Opioid medication may reduce body's ability to fight C. diff infection

People taking certain antibiotics or with weakened immune systems are especially at risk of developing Clostridioides difficile, also known C. diff disease. Using opioids could be another risk factor, according to a new paper.

December 25, 2025
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  • Ellen Eldridge
flower petals appear in a stone bird bath

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UGA study shows flowers helped improve mood, reduced stress and heightened morale post pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic many people turned to fresh flowers as a form of self-care. A new study from University of Georgia’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences finds that decision likely helped during a challenging time.

September 23, 2025
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  • Ellen Eldridge
shrimp and seafood in a Georgia grocery store

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Genes found on imported seafood is linked to antimicrobial resistance, a top public health threat

Imported seafood, including shrimp and scallops can introduce drug-resistant genes to medications to treat infections. The findings come from a study released by the University of Georgia.

September 02, 2025
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  • Ellen Eldridge
Auburn quarterback Cameron Newton (2) breaks for a 71-yard touchdown past Arkansas State defensive end Justin Robertson (47) and Najel Byrd (34) during an NCAA college football game on Sept. 4, 2010, in Auburn, Ala.

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Auburn will formally retire QB Cam Newton's No. 2 jersey during game against Georgia

Auburn will retire 2010 Heisman Trophy winner Cam Newton’s No. 2 jersey this fall. He will become the fourth player in program history to receive the honor. The ceremony will take place during Auburn’s home game against Georgia on Oct. 11.

August 18, 2025
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  • Associated Press
Donald and Margaret Holder of Crawford County harvesting purple hull peas in 2018. 

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Ongoing research into farmer stress considers the specific needs of women workers

Just over half of all U.S. farms report having a female producer and thousands more have women working in other roles. 

December 02, 2024
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  • Sofi Gratas
Georgia head coach Kirby Smart argues with an official during a timeout against Texas in the first half of an NCAA college football game held in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024.

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SEC fines Texas $250,000, Longhorns apologize after fans throw trash on field against Georgia

Texas has apologized after fans littered the field with water bottles and trash after an interception for the top-ranked Longhorns against No. 5 Georgia was initially wiped out by a pass-interference penalty before officials changed the call.

October 21, 2024
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  • Associated Press
A supporter holds a sign with a photo of Laken Riley before Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally, Saturday, March 9, 2024, in Rome Ga.

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A man charged in the killing of a Georgia nursing student faces hearing as trial looms

The man accused of killing a nursing student whose body was found on the University of Georgia campus is facing a court hearing as his trial looms next month. Jose Ibarra is due in court Friday to hear motions in his case.

October 11, 2024
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  • Associated Press
Georgia linebacker CJ Allen (3) sets up for a play against Alabama during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

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Alabama-Georgia averages 12 million on ABC, most-watched regular-season prime-time game since 2017

Alabama's 41-34 victory over Georgia on Saturday night averaged 12 million viewers on ABC and ESPN's streaming platforms, according to Nielsen. It was the most-watched regular season prime-time game since 2017, when Alabama-Florida State on the season's opening weekend averaged 12.3 million.

October 02, 2024
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  • Associated Press
Georgia wide receiver Rara Thomas (5) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Vanderbilt, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. Thomas was arrested on charges of cruelty to children and battery early Friday, July 26, 2024, in Athens, Ga., adding to the team's recent legal woes.

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Georgia wide receiver Rara Thomas arrested on cruelty to children, battery charges

Georgia wide receiver Rodarius "Rara" Thomas was arrested on charges of cruelty to children and battery, adding to the team's recent legal woes. It is the second arrest for Thomas in two years.

July 26, 2024
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  • Associated Press
Georgia linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) runs off the field before Georgia's spring NCAA college football game, Saturday, April 16, 2022, in Athens, Ga. Georgia starting linebacker Smael Mondon was arrested by Athens-Clarke County police on Wednesday night, July 10, 2024, on charges of speeding and reckless driving, according to jail records.

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Georgia has 2 more players, including LB Smael Mondon, arrested for reckless driving

Georgia starting linebacker Smael Mondon was arrested by Athens-Clarke County police on Wednesday night on charges of speeding and reckless driving, according to jail records. Earlier this week, freshman offensive lineman Bo Hughley was arrested by University of Georgia police on similar charges as the team's difficulty with driving offenses continues more than a year after a player and staffer died in a crash while racing.

July 11, 2024
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