Saturday, March 14, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1921, Chick-fil-A founder Truett Cathy was born in Eatonton. He opened the Dwarf Grill in Hapeville in 1946, which led to the creation of the iconic chicken sandwich chain.

A local World War II veteran is hitting a major milestone birthday. See how members of the Decatur community are celebrating this local hero in Et Cetera.

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Army Sgt. Changes Plea in Fort Stewart Shooting Case

After initially pleading not guilty to all charges, Quornelius Radford, the Army sergeant accused of shooting and wounding five people with a personal handgun at Fort Stewart in August, is seeking to plead guilty to a reduced set of charges.

Four soldiers and a civilian worker, identified as Radford's romantic partner, were injured in the incident.

A day after the shooting, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll awarded six soldiers the Meritorious Service Medal for subduing Radford and providing aid to the victims.

A hearing is scheduled for March 31 and April 1. Sentencing will be held April 20-22, if the plea is accepted. Radford faces a potential life sentence.

FIFA World Cup Preparation Intensifies

With less than 100 days to go, the City of Atlanta is ramping up preparations to welcome an estimated 500,000 visitors for the FIFA World Cup this June.

Preparations include repaving roads, developing transit plans, recruiting volunteers, and more.

Security plans are moving forward despite the city still awaiting FEMA funding for the event.

Atlanta has spent $120 million to help get ready for the tournament.

The city will be hosting eight matches throughout the tournament, with the first scheduled for June 15.

Experience the Conyers St. Patrick's Day Celebration

St. Patrick’s Day Shenanigans in Olde Town Conyers will begin on March 17 at 5 p.m.

The free celebration is set to kick off with the World’s Fastest Growing St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a two-block walking parade beginning at the corner of Main Street and Center Street.

Following the event, attendees can enjoy a variety of activities, including the St. Pet's Stroll, the World’s Shortest Endurance Run, festive contests, and the Celtic Tavern Street Party, which features live music and holiday-themed food.

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➤ Central Georgia: One EF-2 tornado and two EF-1 tornadoes struck the the region on Thursday, causing damage to homes, trees, and infrastructure. (More)

➤ Athens: Vice President JD Vance is expected to visit the University of Georgia on April 14 as part of a Turning Point USA tour, where he will speak alongside Erika Kirk, the widow of slain conservative Christian activist Charlie Kirk. (More)

➤ Gwinnett County: The school district has finished installing weapon detection systems at all 58 of its middle and high schools as part of broader safety enhancements to better protect students and staff. (More)

➤ Fayette County: A single-engine plane made an emergency landing on Highway 74 in Peachtree City after encountering engine issues; no injuries were reported. (See Details)

➤ Augusta: The Patch will add a night golf option to its nine-hole course, The Loop, when it reopens in April. (More)

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➤ UGA men's basketball suffered a 76-72 upset loss to Ole Miss in the SEC tournament, meaning their next action will likely come in the March Madness tournament. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Hawks beat the Nets 108-97 to extend their win streak to eight, the longest active streak in the NBA. They'll go for nine tonight against the Milwaukee Bucks. (More)

➤ Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. is facing three felony charges—including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, fleeing and eluding police, and resisting an officer with violence—as a result of a domestic dispute with his girlfriend in early February. (More)

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➤ A public drive‑by celebration is being held today at the Decatur home of World War II veteran Joe Safford in honor of his 100th birthday. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is hosting a free public concert at Piedmont Park on April 19 to celebrate the nation's 250th birthday. (More)

➤ Six Flags Over Georgia in Mableton opens for its 59th season today, welcoming guests back with more than 40 rides, shows, attractions, and a lineup of special events. (More)

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