Stories for January 2007
Stories for Wednesday, January 31
Tennessee 82, Georgia 71
Knoxville, TN -- (Sports Network) - JaJuan Smith dropped a game-high 22 points as the Tennessee Volunteers defeated the Georgia Bulldogs, 82-71, in SEC action from Thompson-Boling Arena. JaJuanSmith connected on 5-of-8 shot attempts from beyond the arc for the Volunteers (15-7, 3-4 SEC) and received help from Ramar Smith ...
Hawks 115, Warriors 94
Atlanta, GA -- (Sports Network) - Joe Johnson scored 33 points and Josh Childress added 23 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, as the Atlanta Hawks pounded the Golden State Warriors, 115-94, at Philips Arena. "It seemed like everything they did wrong we capitalized on." said Childress. "Every little loose ...
Plane Makes Emergency Landing At Kennesaw Mtn. Park
The landing was tough, but the take-off could be even tougher.A single-engine Cessna made an emergency landing Wednesday at the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.Both the pilot and a passenger were in good condition after landing in the field of rolling hills.The pilot told investigators that the plane lost power ...
Storm Coverage Begins At 4:00 A.M.
As a winter storm takes aim at North Georgia WSB-TV Channel 2 is gearing up its Stormwatch coverage.To keep viewers briefed on the weather and to alert them to any school or business closings Channel 2 Action News This Morning will begin at 4:00 a.m. on Thursday.Details on any closings ...
Remains Found By Construction Crew
Investigators are back at a construction site near Kennestone Hospital in Marietta where workers found some remains last night. They are painstakingly going over every square inch close to where bones were found near Cherokee Street and Canton Road in Marietta hoping to find more evidence.Officials say no official determination ...
Caring For Your Horse
NUTRITIONAL NEEDS A horse's digestive system is made to process large quantities of grass, which is high in fiber and water. The basic diet for most horses should be grass and good quality hay, free of dust and mold. In most cases, plenty of fresh, clean, unfrozen water should be ...
Alternate Routes Around Piedmont Rd. Construction
Sewer repair work has reduced southbound Piedmont Road to two lanes. Northbound traffic funnels down to one lane.To keep traffic moving left turns from Piedmont Road are prohibited, but motorists can turn onto Piedmont from Tower Place or the Kroger shopping center.Drivers looking for alternate routes should take Roswell Road ...
TRAFFIC WARNING: Work On Piedmont Slows Commuters
For the second time this week a major artery through Buckhead has been squeezed off. But this problem will last at least a month.Sewer work on Piedmont Avenue will shut down several lanes on the busy road beginning Wednesday morning.Crews are replacing 1,000 feet of sewer line between the Lenox ...
Stories for Tuesday, January 30
Thrashers Win In Shootout
Marian Hossa scored the game-winner in the shootout and Ilya Kovalchuk scored twice in regulation as the Atlanta Thrashers downed the New Jersey Devils, 5-4, at Philips Arena. Niclas Havelid and Glen Metropolit both scored a goal and Slava Kozlov had three assists for the Thrashers, who have won three ...
School Program Leads To Molestation Arrest
A Gwinnett County man faces two counts of child molestation and police say he’s sitting in jail right now thanks to a state-funded program taught to kids all over Georgia.Police arrested 36-year-old David Rivera for alleged molestation after a 9-year-old girl came forward to her school counselors.“Good touch, bad touch” ...
Truck Smashes Through Convenience Store Door
It was a shocking end to the business day for a convenience store in Powder Springs -- a large-sized pickup truck came barreling through the store’s front door, forcing the owner and a clerk to dive for cover.Police took the driver away and repairs to the store on New Macland ...
Designated Driver Stabbed Multiple Times
Henry County Police say a designated driver was stabbed 14 times by his friend after an argument over making some wrong turns.Police say 24-year-old Michael Anthony McGraw, Jr. was stabbed by his friend, 27-year-old James Melvin Cary Saturday night.Officials say the two were arguing over McGraw’s driving skills -- McGraw ...
Stranded Motorist Hit, Killed On I-85
Officials in Coweta County say a married father of four was killed when he was hit by at least four vehicles after his car stalled on I-85.Terrance Harvey was killed after being struck by four cars on I-85 southbound in Coweta County Tuesday morning.His wife of 9 months, Ruth Harvey, ...
Facts on Fish
So, you want some company and your level of commitment to keeping a living thing - well, alive - is somewhat beyond a houseplant but not quite at the cat or dog level.You may want to consider fish. You do have a few things to consider first, however. Sure, they ...
New Small Town Pastime; Spotting George Clooney
Residents of several small towns in North Carolina and South Carolina report seeing Hollywood superstar George Clooney.The actor is scouting locations for "Leatherheads," the new romantic comedy he's producing and directing.He's been spotted in Salisbury and Statesville, North Carolina as well as Greer, South Carolina.Residents say he's been checking small ...
Dealing With Pet Loss
When a beloved pet dies or is lost, it can feel devastating. Here are some links to organizations that offer information and help on this subject. The American Veterinary Medical Association - www.avma.org The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - www.aspca.org
School Closing System Gears Up For Wintry Mix
With a wintry mix forecast for north Georgia late Wednesday night, students, teachers and parents across the area will be waiting to find out if schools will close.WSB-TV Channel 2 has set up Stormwatch 2008, an automated system that allows school officials to get the word out quickly once they ...
Possible Ice, Snow Heading Our Way
Better bundle up and stock up.A wintry mix of ice and snow is in the forecast for this week.The National Weather Service said in a release Tuesday that a storm system could bring winter weather to much of north Georgia on Wednesday night and Thursday morning.The official forecast said it ...
Stories for Monday, January 29
Tour De Georgia Announces Schedule
Stage 1: Monday, April 16 Peachtree City to Macon Distance 97 miles (156 km) Start 12:00 Noon. Expected finish 3:30pm-4:00 p.m. Stage 2: Tuesday, April 17 Thomaston to Rome Distance 135 miles (217 km) Start 11:00 a.m. Expected finish 4:00-5:00 p.m. Stage 3: Wednesday, April 18 Rome to Chattanooga, Tenn. ...
Hawks 93 Magic 83
Joe Johnson poured in 34 points, scoring 11 during a key fourth-quarter run, to lead the Atlanta Hawks over the Orlando Magic, 93-83, at Philips Arena. Josh Smith added 19 points and 12 rebounds for Atlanta, which used an 18-4 fourth-quarter run to build a 20-point cushion. Tyronn Lue tallied ...
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