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First day of school year calls for safe driving

August 2, 2023 Jessica Waters

Today, August 2, marks the first day of the 2023-24 school year, and WNEG News would like to remind area residents to drive safely, watch for students on their way to and from school, obey traffic laws in school zones, and follow proper protocol when encountering a school bus on the road. WNEG News spoke with Toccoa Chief of Police […]

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New Georgia laws went into effect July 1

July 12, 2023 Jessica Waters

As of July 1, Wakeboarding and wakesurfing are prohibited in Georgia waters within 200 feet of a shoreline, moored boats, homes or businesses; pregnant women in Georgia can apply for welfare; gang-related crimes carry stiffer penalties; schools are required to hold an active shooter drill each year; and TikTok is banned on all government devices. Other legislation now in effect […]

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