FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Good morning! On this day in 1815, Crawford Long, a north Georgia physician, was born in Danielsville. He is credited with the discovery of anesthesia.

Don't forget to set your clocks back an hour before you go to sleep on Saturday night, as adjusting to Standard Time is important for your health. If you can't sleep, though, you can always order a late-night snack from Insomnia Cookies.

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Trump Takes Narrow Lead in Latest Polling

Polling data shows Donald Trump holding a narrow lead over Kamala Harris in Georgia, a crucial battleground state.

In the Cooperative Election Study, Trump holds a 51%-46% lead over Harris, while an Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll reports a 47%-43% advantage for Trump. The Marist poll shows a tighter race with the candidates tied at 49%.

Trump’s steady support in the state shows his sustained appeal among core Republican constituencies. Harris’s campaign has faced challenges in securing the same level of support among Black voters that Biden achieved in 2020.

Saturday's Big Game: Georgia Vs. Florida

Georgia and Florida will face off at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville tomorrow, Nov. 2, at 3:30 pm ET. Georgia is at 6-1 and Florida's record stands at 4-3.

The Bulldogs, who are chasing No. 10 Texas A&M for the league lead, have reeled off three straight victories, including a 30-15 win over then-No. 1 Texas.

Both teams are coming off an open date. The Gators have rebounded from a 1-2 start, but Georgia has won the last three meetings between the two teams by an average of 24 points and are favored to win this game as well.

'Fall Back': Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

Daylight saving time (DST) ends on Sunday, Nov. 3, at 2 a.m., meaning clocks will "fall back" by one hour, giving people an extra hour of sleep.

Although many welcome the additional hour, the time shift can interfere with our internal clocks, which regulate sleep, mood, and even blood pressure, especially as the days get shorter and evenings darker.

Preparing for the adjustment by gradually altering sleep schedules and getting more sunlight exposure can help the body adapt smoothly to the change.

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➤ Atlanta: A 70-year-old man was taken into custody after a SWAT standoff at the Four Seasons Hotel in Midtown, where he allegedly fired multiple shots and threw furniture from his balcony. (More)

➤ Augusta: The city of Augusta and its Historic Preservation Commission are investigating whether the owner of the historic First Baptist Church has violated preservation laws due to long-term neglect. (More)

➤ Port Wentworth: The Front Porch Recovery Center, a six-bed addiction and alcohol recovery facility, will open on Nov. 1 after a multi-year struggle with the city. (More)

➤ Duluth: Duluth police responded to a resident’s 911 call reporting they were “held hostage” by an injured raccoon outside their door. (See Details)

➤ Watkinsville: FOX News Channel’s “FOX & Friends” will host a “Breakfast with Friends” event today, Nov. 1, at Joe and Sam’s Café in Watkinsville. The show, which is making stops in five battleground states this week, will also visit Rome, Georgia, on Nov. 4. (More)

➤ Hinesville: The "Wall That Heals," a replica of the Vietnam War Memorial, concluded its stay in Hinesville and Liberty County, drawing visitors to honor the names of fallen soldiers, including seven from Bulloch County and four from Liberty County. (More)

➤ Former Atlanta Braves star Freddie Freeman was named World Series MVP on Wednesday night after his powerhouse hitting helped the Los Angeles Dodgers win the Series. (More)

➤ The Braves made the first trade of the MLB offseason on Thursday when they sent outfielder Jorge Soler to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for right-handed pitcher Griffin Canning. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Falcons are currently the only team in the NFL with two wide receivers with at least 500 yards in Darnell Mooney and Drake London. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Hawks exercised contract options on Kobe Bufkin and Dyson Daniels on Wednesday. The full contract terms are not disclosed, per league policy. (More)

➤ Yesterday's Results: NFL | NCAAF | NBA | NHL | LPGA

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➤ Daymond John, known nationally for his appearances on Shark Tank, will host the 5th Black Entrepreneurs Day at the Fox Theater on Friday, Nov. 22, providing up to $100,000 in grants to black business owners to support and empower entrepreneurship. (More)

➤ Georgia will receive $65 million in federal funding for three rail improvement projects as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, with grants supporting the Georgia Port Authority’s Colonel’s Island Rail Improvements, upgrades to Patriot Railroads, and track enhancements in Lowndes and Berrien counties. (More)

➤ Insomnia Cookies, a popular late-night bakery chain, is set to open a new location near the University of West Georgia. Known for delivering cookies and other treats until 3 a.m., this will be the ninth Georgia location for the chain. (More)

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➤ Georgia's film industry, once booming with productions, is experiencing a slowdown as fewer TV shows and movies are being shot in the state, partly due to the 2023 writers' and actors' strikes. (More)

➤ Burger King has reintroduced its Southern-style sausage gravy and scratch-made biscuits to 68 locations across Georgia and Alabama, available during breakfast hours. (More)

➤ Saltwater fishing this November should offer abundant catches, with the Georgia Saltwater Fishing Report noting exceptional action with redfish, trout, and black drum. (More)

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