New case of bird flu detected in South Georgia backyard flock, officials say
Authorities say Georgia's latest case of bird flu has been detected in a backyard flock in Pierce County.
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Authorities say Georgia's latest case of bird flu has been detected in a backyard flock in Pierce County.
The Georgia Department of Agriculture says the state is now free of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), but the work continues to make sure the risk is over.
Georgia agriculture officials have confirmed the state's first case of bird flu this year after the virus was found at a commercial poultry operation in Walker County.
Georgia agriculture officials say the highly-infectious bird flu is a serious threat to the state's top industry.
Officials say Jesse James Williams Jr. had been convicted more than a dozen times in the past for crimes that included robbery, burglary, drug trafficking, and weapon possession.
A NextWeather ALERT has been issued for Thursday as well as Friday for the potential of heavy rain and isolated flooding across North Georgia.
Flags at Georgia state buildings and grounds are flying at half-staff as the state honors the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
More than a year after a shooting left one man dead and 10 others injured on Atlanta's Edgewood Avenue, the FBI says they've arrested a second suspect in the case.
A Hall County deputy has been put on paid administrative leave after he was arrested this week for allegedly making harassing phone calls, officials say.