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Marietta Daily Journal · Russell, GA

Nearby: Russell, GA

Russell Brand’s eerie joke about jail resurfaces after he’s sentenced to 10 years for rape, sexual assault - Page Six

Russell Brand’s eerie joke about jail resurfaces after he’s sentenced to 10 years for rape, sexual assault Page SixRussell Brand’s prison joke with Lindsay Lohan resurfaces News24Lindsay Lohan retreated into sofa as she squirmed next to Russell Brand The Mirror…

Atlanta Black Star · Monroe, GA

Nearby: Monroe, GA

Louisiana Mom’s Reaction to Teen Son Sneaking Out with Girl Takes Wild Turn, Landing Her Behind Bars

A Louisiana mother is facing charges after police say she admitted to punching her 17-year-old son in the head during an argument at their home. The Monroe Police Department took Lakesha Doyle into custody on Nov. 8 and charged her with one count of domestic abuse battery. The arrest followed a reported disturbance involving Doyle and her teenage son, who told responding officers that his mother struck him while he was trying to explain why he left the house with a girl without permission. Officer D. Williams documented the allegations in an arrest affidavit, stating that officers responded to a domestic disturbance at approximately 9:25 p.m. on Nov. 8. When they arrived, they spoke with the teenager, who accused his mother of punching him in the side of his face with a closed fist. The affidavit states that the teenager told police his mother hit him “when he was just trying to talk to her inside of her bedroom.” Williams then made contact with Doyle and read her Miranda rights.

VOX · Jefferson, GA

Nearby: Jefferson, GA

What Happened at the Maynard Jackson vs. Jefferson Football Game?

Allegations of racist behavior during a Sept. 11 football game sparked investigations, public reactions, and questions about student safety. from Maynard Jackson High School in Atlanta traveled to Jefferson High School in Jefferson, Georgia, for a football game. A student from Maynard Jackson, Kylie, posted her version of what happened on TikTok, which is no longer available. While the allegations sparked widespread concern, the schools’ investigations later produced differing perspectives on what happened that night. According to Kylie’s TikTok, students and parents alleged that Maynard Jackson football players, marching band members, as well as supporters were subjected to racial slurs and other discriminatory behavior. Other social media posts also alleged that Confederate flags were displayed and that students were spit on during the game.

Interior Journal · Cumming, GA

Nearby: Cumming, GA

Stanford nurse wins national skills summit

STANFORD — The nursing skills Jessica Carter uses every day at Stanford Crossing helped her win first place in a company competition, earning her a new car, a vacation and a scholarship. Carter won the nursing category at Journey’s 2026 Skills Summit finale in October in Cumming, Georgia, after competing at a regional summit in Lexington in July. Journey is Stanford Crossing’s management company. “When I won, I felt like I won the lottery,” Carter said. Her thoughts went to her daughter, Ava, and her brother, Devin, and how proud they would be. She also looked toward her bosses, Celina and Tevis, grateful that they had believed she could win. Carter said her prizes included a new Toyota Camry, a $10,000 vacation and a scholarship. The competition tested nurses on wound care, tracheostomy care, starting an IV, giving an intramuscular injection and performing CPR.