GA lawmakers want to change the state flower after 100 years. Here’s why and the new flower

In early 2026, Georgia House Representative Deborah Silcox (R- Sandy Springs) introduced Georgia House Bill 955 to replace the Cherokee rose with native plant, Sweetbay magnolia as the state flower.
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What to expect at Virginia's newest tourist attraction in Petersburg

Social Butterfly columnist breaks down what to expect inside Live! Casino Virginia in Petersburg and what else visitors can ...

Climate change can alter flower nectar quality and supply, threatening monarch butterfly migration

Monarch butterflies have always been remarkably resilient. Every fall, these delicate orange-and-black travelers set out on a journey so improbable it borders on myth, flying some three thousand ...
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Severe Weather Closings In Central Texas On January 26th, 2026

Severe weather in the Central Texas area continues to impact lives. Both businesses and people are adjusting schedules to stay home and stay safe. As revealed by KWTX, here are all the businesses that ...