The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office looks forward to making Christmas a little brighter for locals in need again this year through its Sheriff Santa program. Sheriff Dave Roberson says that his office is teaming up with Toys for Tots to ensure that all kids in Floyd County have toys and treats for the holidays. Sheriff…… read more »
Local News
ADVENT HEALTH REDMOND ACHIEVES PLATINUM STATUS IN ANTIBIOTIC STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM HONOR ROLL
Media release from AdventHealth Redmond: AdventHealth Redmondis proud to announce that its Antibiotic Stewardship Program (ASP) has been awarded platinum level status in the Georgia Department of Public Health’s Antibiotic Stewardship Program Honor Roll. This prestigious designation underscores the facility’s commitment to excellence in antimicrobial stewardship and reflects its dedication to providing high-quality, safe patient…… read more »
GA DHS: ‘LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAYS’ FOR ADULTS IN NEED
Media release from the Georgia Department of Human Services: The Georgia Department of Human Services’ (DHS) Division of Aging Services (DAS) is collecting holiday gifts for the more than 1,300 older Georgians and adults with disabilities who are under guardianship as part of the annual Light Up the Holidays gift drive. These adults may be residents…… read more »
AAA: NEARLY 80 MILLION AMERICANS EXPECTED TO TRAVEL OVER THANKSGIVING
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: AAA projects 79.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period*. For the first time, AAA’s forecast includes the Tuesday before and the Monday after Thanksgiving Day to better capture the flow of holiday travelers. This year’s projection of…… read more »
NORTHWEST GEORGIA REGIONAL CANCER COALITION STRESSES THE IMPORTANCE OF EARLY DETECTION DURING NOVEMBER’S OBSERVANCE OF LUNG CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
November is observed every year as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The Northwest Georgia Regional Cancer Coalition aims to raise the community’s awareness of lung cancer, as well as the resources available to those affected by the illness. Erin Hernandez, the coalition’s President and CEO, says that a recent increase in lung cancer screening has largely…… read more »
Local Sports
AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAMS HEADED TO THE SECOND ROUND OF THE GHSA STATE PLAYOFFS
A handful of area high school football teams are headed to the second round of the 2024 GHSA state playoffs on Friday night. Here’s this week’s schedule: GAPPS AA Region 1 (9 Man) Football Championship – Unity Christian Lions @ Pinecrest Academy Paladins Class A Division 2 – Trion Bulldogs @ Telfair County Trojans Class…… read more »
ATLANTA HAWKS EDGE SACRAMENTO KINGS IN CA
The Atlanta Hawks edged the Sacramento Kings 109-108 in NBA action on Monday night in Sacramento, CA. DeAndre Hunter scored a team-high 24 points off the bench for the Hawks, who are now 7-8 on the 2024-25 regular season. Trae Young contributed 19 assists. Zaccharie Risacher had 18 points, while Clint Capela chipped in 14…… read more »
TUNE IN FOR GEORGIA TECH FOOTBALL VS. NC STATE ON WLAQ THIS THURSDAY EVENING
Georgia Tech football will be back on the airwaves of WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM this Thursday night as the Yellow Jackets play host to the NC State Wolfpack in ACC action. Kick off is slated for 7:30 pm in Atlanta; airtime is 5:30 pm from the Georgia Tech Sports Network. The Yellow Jackets…… read more »
ATLANTA FALCONS DROP SUNDAY MATCH IN DENVER, CO TO BRONCOS
The Atlanta Falcons fell to the Denver Broncos by 38-6 on Sunday afternoon out in Denver, CO. It was the second straight loss for Atlanta, which remains atop the NFC South with a record of 6-5 on the 2024 regular season. Denver is also 6-5 and in third place of the AFC West. The Falcons…… read more »
PLAYOFF TIME HAS ARRIVED FOR AREA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAMS
Local high school football teams take the field over the weekend in the first round of the 2024 GHSA state playoffs. WLAQ 1410 AM and 96.9 FM will provide coverage of Darlington football this afternoon as the Tigers hit the road to take on the King’s Ridge Christian Tigers in a Class A Division 1…… read more »