Culture
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Among the 12 best Christmas destinations in US, this GA town makes list
A report describes Helen as an Alpine-style village along the Chattahoochee River, pointing to its Bavarian-inspired storefronts, balconies and holiday atmosphere.
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The Federal Reserve, a famous phone call, and baby sea turtles: 6 surprising facts about Jekyll Island
Jekyll Island, Georgia’s former millionaires’ playground, has a few secrets worth knowing before your next trip to the coast.
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12 Georgia town names that will make you giggle
From biblical references to double meanings, these names of towns in Georgia range from Southern charm to silly strangeness.
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From Savannah to Dahlonega: 13 cemeteries in Georgia with chilling backstories
We rounded up 13 of the most haunted cemeteries in Georgia, from a hillside graveyard in Dahlonega’s gold country to Savannah’s moss-draped landmarks.
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Banana Ball goes international for the first time for 2027 World Tour
The 2027 Banana Ball season will feature multiple stops in Mexico and Canada as part of the largest season to date.
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Olympic flame to visit Savannah on 2028 Olympic Torch Relay
Savannah City Council’s approval came just over two weeks after Atlanta was named as the first American city on the Olympic Torch Relay.
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Banned Books Week 2026: Georgia group pushes back with storytelling
The focus of this year’s Banned Books Week is on books about trans people and Black history being pulled from schools and libraries
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Climate change could reduce hunting, fishing opportunities in Georgia
Climate change could affect opportunities for fishing and hunting in Georgia in multiple ways, including where wildlife live and breed, fish survival rates, hunting success, and access to outdoor recreation.
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Georgia fall is here. When will mornings finally hit 50 degrees?
It’s officially fall in Georgia, but residents will have to wait a little longer for those crisp mornings that signal cooler weather is settling in.
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7 iconic spots for leaf-peeping in Georgia this fall
Whether on foot, on a bike, or in a car, there is beautiful fall foliage to be seen around the state. Here’s where you can find the best leaf-peeping in Georgia.
