A meteorite, originating from a fireball seen in Georgia this past June, has been confirmed to be older than Earth. The space rock, which struck a home in McDonough, Georgia, was analyzed by a University of Georgia scientist. Microscopic examination revealed the meteorite formed 4.56 billion years ago and originated from the asteroid belt. Scientists plan to submit their findings to the Nomenclature Committee of the Meteoritical Society and propose naming the space rock the McDonough Meteorite.
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An active shooter incident at Fort Stewart Army post in Georgia resulted in five soldiers being shot, prompting an immediate lockdown of the base and its airfield. Authorities confirmed the shooter was apprehended around 11:35 a.m. and that the lockdown was lifted for most of the base but remained in place for the 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team area. All soldiers received initial on-site treatment, with some transported to a local trauma center, and no fatalities have been reported. Local schools were placed on varying levels of lockdown as a precaution, while investigations are underway, and the identity and motive of the shooter are still unknown.
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The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is investigating Climax Mayor Joseph Kelly, 38, and his wife, Natalie Kelly, 44, following their arrests on child sex crime charges. Joseph Kelly faces two counts of child molestation, while Natalie Kelly faces two counts of cruelty to children in the second degree. The investigation, initiated by the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office, stems from allegations of sexual contact with minors. Although Joseph Kelly is employed by the Decatur County School District, the GBI currently finds no link between his employment and the alleged crimes.
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Nineteen-year-old Ximena Arias-Cristobal, a Georgia college student, faces deportation after a traffic stop led to her arrest and detention at the Stewart Detention Center. Her undocumented parents brought her to the U.S. as a toddler, and she doesn’t qualify for DACA. Now, she and her father are jailed together, awaiting immigration court proceedings, despite widespread public support for legal protections for young immigrants. Local officials and a state representative are advocating for her release, highlighting the harsh impact of current immigration policies.
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Georgia’s Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili stated that restoring diplomatic relations with Russia is impossible due to Russia’s continued occupation of Georgian territories, namely Abkhazia and South Ossetia. These regions, representing approximately 20% of Georgia’s internationally recognized territory, declared independence following the 2008 war and are now considered Russian puppet states. While Russia claims no restrictions on restoring ties, its recognition of Abkhazia and South Ossetia’s independence remains a major obstacle. This statement counters recent actions by Georgia’s ruling Georgian Dream party, which has been accused of pro-Russian leanings and undermining democratic processes.
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The remains of Hank Frantz, missing for four years, were discovered in a treehouse on his father’s property after his father’s death. The DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed the identity of the skeletal remains, which are estimated to be months to years old. While the cause of death is difficult to determine from skeletal remains alone, police believe no foul play was involved. The discovery occurred after the family went to settle the father’s affairs following his death in a scuba diving accident in Maui.
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Georgia’s government, led by the Georgian Dream party, has implemented a “foreign agents” law, sparking widespread protests now in their third month. Despite initial concessions, the government has cracked down on dissent, resulting in numerous arrests, allegations of torture, and restrictions on assembly and media freedom. This authoritarian shift, fueled by the ruling party’s perceived alignment with Russia and the influence of Bidzina Ivanishvili, is met with persistent resistance from protesters who prioritize EU integration. While the government retains some support, the ongoing demonstrations highlight a deep societal division over Georgia’s future trajectory.
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John Q. Hosedrinker