FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Good Morning! On this day in 1864, General Sherman's "March to the Sea" began, as he led 60,000 troops out of Atlanta toward Savannah.

Today we report that grocery store workers are Georgia's most valued profession. Teachers, nurses, and paramedics aren't far behind. Isn't that wonderful? We send our own thanks to all the unsung heroes who take care of us.

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Hackers Put Ticking Clock on Hospital

The ransomware group Embargo claims to have stolen 1.15 terabytes of sensitive data from Memorial Hospital and Manor, a healthcare provider based in Bainbridge, Georgia, and is now threatening to release the data unless a ransom is paid.

A countdown clock has been posted on Embargo's dark web site, giving the hospital a limited time frame to comply with its demands. However, the exact ransom amount has not been disclosed.

The cyberattack has disrupted critical IT systems at the hospital, including HR and email services, significantly affecting operations at the 80-bed hospital and its 107-bed long-term care facility.

Giuliani's Lawyers Withdraw as Election Workers Wait to Collect

Rudy Giuliani’s attorneys filed to withdraw from representing him in his dispute with two Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, who are seeking to collect a $148 million defamation judgment.

Attorneys Kenneth Caruso and David Labkowski cited “fundamental disagreement” with Giuliani and his failure to cooperate as reasons for their request to withdraw, which is awaiting approval from U.S. District Judge Lewis Liman.

Judge Liman has ordered Giuliani to turn over key assets, including his New York apartment, car, and personal memorabilia, to Freeman and Moss, although their lawyers say he has been uncooperative.

Despite the large judgment, the election workers are expected to collect significantly less, with Giuliani previously estimating his assets at about $10 million.

Georgia Faces Tennessee in Crucial Playoff Match-Up

Georgia (No. 12) and Tennessee (No. 7) face off in a high-stakes SEC matchup with playoff hopes on the line for both teams.

Georgia, now 5-2 in SEC play after a disappointing 28-10 loss to Ole Miss, needs a win to stay in the playoff race as they sit just outside the bracket. Tennessee, leading the SEC after defeating Mississippi State, may be affected by the injury status of their quarterback, Nico Iamaleava.

Georgia brings a strong defensive record, although recent struggles have raised questions about their consistency. Tennessee, known for high-scoring games, faces uncertainty if Iamaleava isn’t at full strength.

Analytical predictions favor Georgia, with a 61.7% chance of victory and a projected edge of 4.3 points over Tennessee. The close simulation margin suggests a tight game either way.

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➤ Atlanta: Georgia’s Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced that despite over 60 bomb threats allegedly from Russian operatives, the state’s general election went smoothly, with a record turnout of nearly 5.3 million voters. (More)

➤ Augusta: The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign has launched and is seeking more volunteers, with donations supporting local programs that help people in need, including the Center of Hope, which has provided housing for 300 people in the last two years. (More)

➤ Statesboro: Nearly 100 middle and high school students tested their skills in trades like carpentry, plumbing, and welding at the Associated General Contractors Skills Challenge, competing for prizes and showcasing career-ready abilities. (More)

➤ Georgia: A survey found grocery store workers to be the most valued profession in the state, recognized for their essential role during the pandemic and recent disaster recovery efforts. Other highly valued professions include teachers, nurses, and paramedics. (More)

➤ Athens: The University of Georgia approved the offer of a Doctor of Medicine degree following a Board of Regents vote. The program aims to address Georgia’s physician shortage. (More)

➤ Columbus: City employees will now receive paid maternity and paternity leave, with mothers eligible for six weeks and fathers for two, under a new ordinance. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Falcons most recent injury report featured a surprising 16 players, including quarterback Kirk Cousins. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Hawks have revealed their 2024-2025 city edition uniforms. (Photo)

➤ The Georgia High School football state playoffs kick off tonight. (Preview)

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➤ GreenBox Systems LLC is investing $144 million in an AI-driven, 1 million square foot warehouse in Butts County, creating over 300 jobs with roles such as automation operators and material handlers. The facility will utilize AI and robotics to enhance efficiency. (More)

➤ Zoning changes were approved by the county for the Rumble Technology Campus, a proposed 900-acre data center site near Forsyth, which will feature up to 12 buildings totaling 4.2 million square feet. (More)

➤ Rural King has opened its second Georgia store in Waycross, offering a variety of products tailored to rural lifestyles, with grand opening events from Nov. 15-17. (More)

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➤ The Shalom Y’all Jewish Food Festival will return to Savannah's Monterey Square on Sunday, offering comfort foods like matzo ball soup and pastrami sandwiches and highlighting the city’s rich Jewish heritage. (More)

➤ Craig James set a new record on the Alapaha River, catching an 11.6-ounce redbreast sunfish while fishing with his son, Colt. The catch was certified at the WRD Waycross Fisheries Office. (Video)

➤ Hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg has listed his six-bedroom mansion in Douglasville for $575,000 just three years after purchasing it. (Photos)

➤ Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta is bringing back its annual holiday event, Christmas Wild & Bright, starting Nov. 23, with new attractions featuring over two million lights, including Twinkling Timbers, Glimmer Grove, and Woodland Outpost. (More)

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