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Looking to volunteer? Golden Harvest could use more volunteers following the holidays

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www.wjbf.com – Bria Smith – 2025-01-24 16:16:00

SUMMARY: Golden Harvest is seeking year-round volunteers to combat food insecurity, which affects one in seven individuals and one in four children. Despite increased volunteer numbers during holidays, the organization continues to require help throughout the year. Volunteers assist with food packaging, distribution, and operations at the Masters Table Soup Kitchen. Last year, Golden Harvest distributed a record 14 million meals, with a goal of 17 million this year, highlighting the ongoing urgent need for assistance. Community members, like Brittany Burnett from the Rotary Club of Augusta, emphasize the importance of continuous support to meet community needs.

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Mother accused of killing her child arrested | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-02-07 18:03:01

SUMMARY: Brandy Pierce, accused of killing her 9-year-old son and hiding the body in Detroit, is currently in Cobb County Jail awaiting extradition. Her troubles in Atlanta began when police found her 3-year-old son alone in a locked SUV in Brookhaven on December 20, 2023. The vehicle was unrunning, and the child was found nude and covered in feces. Authorities revealed that Pierce had moved to Atlanta to evade justice after her son, Zamar King, was discovered deceased due to smothering and neck compression. She faces multiple charges, including murder and child abuse, while her surviving child remains in DFCS custody.

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FOX 5 is learning more about a mother accused of killing her child and then coming to metro Atlanta to hide. Brandee Pierce faces charges from Detroit, Michigan to here in our community.

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Louisiana woman arrested following death of Kansas City reporter covering Super Bowl LIX

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www.wsav.com – Raeven Poole – 2025-02-07 17:12:00

SUMMARY: A Louisiana woman, Danette Colbert, was arrested after Kansas City reporter Adan Manzano died in New Orleans while covering Super Bowl LIX. Police discovered Colbert using Manzano’s credit cards at multiple locations, and items belonging to him, including a cellphone, were found at her home, along with drugs and a stolen firearm. Manzano was found unresponsive in his hotel room, and the cause of death remains under investigation. Colbert faces charges related to fraud and theft but may have further charges pending the coroner’s findings. Manzano, 27, was recognized as a talented sports reporter by his employer.

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National Democrats file brief opposing Georgia election changes | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2025-02-07 11:58:00

SUMMARY: The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has filed an amicus brief against new rules approved by the Georgia State Election Board concerning ballot counting and result inquiries prior to the November 2024 primary. Although the state Supreme Court halted these rules in October, the appeal is ongoing. The DNC argues these rules exceed the board’s authority and could undermine election integrity. DNC Chairman Ken Martin emphasized the importance of protecting democracy, criticizing the rules as attempts by Georgia Republicans to create distrust in elections. A hearing on the case is set for March 19, with other groups, including the ACLU, also opposing the rules.

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