Free car care for healthcare workers in Coweta County

People continue to show their support for healthcare workers on the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19.  In Newnan, an automotive shop is offering free car care to employees of Piedmont Newnan Hospital.  

COVID-19 testing: What you need to know

If you’re pretty sure that virus that knocked you down a couple of months ago was this new coronavirus, but you want to know for sure, you’ll need to roll up your sleeve for an antibody test.

Publix donates over 1 million pounds of produce to food banks

In the past two weeks, Publix has bought more than 1 million pounds of fruits and vegetables and more than 100,000 gallons of milk to donate to food banks.

Many Georgia unemployment hiccups due to certification issues

It’s been weeks now that many of you have tried to file for unemployment. And we know it hasn’t been easy. 

Mutant coronavirus strain more dominant worldwide, possibly more infectious

Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have identified 14 mutations of SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus that causes the COVID-19 disease. 

The second virus wave: How bad will it be as lockdowns ease?

From Italy to Kansas, doctors are increasingly warning of a second wave of virus infections as many countries and U.S. states re-open for business to save jobs and economies.

Teenager creates non-profit to help the homeless in Downtown Atlanta

A local high school student says he is passionate about helping the homeless. That's why he created his own non-profit called Soul Supplies, to help the homeless in Downtown Atlanta.

New bill proposes student loan forgiveness for health care workers on front lines of COVID-19 fight

Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic. 

Musician shares musical medley after recovering from COVID-19

The medley of praise and worship tunes Jarvis Wilson played on Facebook Live on Sunday was so moving, you didn't even miss the absence of a choir.

White House Coronavirus Task Force could wind down work by early June

The White House has begun discussions about winding down its coronavirus task force, which has already been meeting less frequently, Vice President Mike Pence said. Its members have become fixtures on television sets across the nation, with Americans hungry for information and marooned at home.

Meet 'Chalkie': An Oconee County family gives free food out of food truck

The license plate on the back of the Oconee County family’s food truck affectionally called “Chalkie” is “4 Good”. And they’re doing just that -- good for the community.

President Trump visits Arizona, highlighting PPE production and needs of Native Americans

Making himself Exhibit No. 1, President Donald Trump lifted off on Air Force One to visit a face mask factory in Arizona, demonstrating his determination to see the country move toward normal activity even as the coronavirus remains a threat.

Scientists say COVID-19 mutation more contagious than original strain is increasing at ‘alarming rate’

Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory say they have identified 14 new mutations of the novel coronavirus that first originated in Wuhan, China in hopes of creating an early warning system to reveal new strains that may render future vaccines ineffective.

US COVID-19 death toll surpasses 70,000, according to Johns Hopkins data

The number of people who have died from the novel coronavirus surpassed 70,000 on May 5, according to data from the Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center.

Baseball resumes in South Korea, featuring players with ties to Atlanta

Most baseball players need plenty of work at spring training to be ready to play. In order for David Buchanan to get on the field, he had to stay in his apartment for two weeks straight.