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This home in Savannah was for sale in 2013, over 10 years before Brian Kemp's Act to protect vacant houses on the market.
Squatters Gonna Squat… Or Not
May 5, 2025
A screenshot of an ‘E-ZPass’ scam text that claims a victim has outstanding fines.
Toll Fine Scams are on the Rise
May 2, 2025
AI-powered checkout allows a phone to replace traditional registers and offer a quicker, more efficient grocery shopping experience.
No Lines, No Wait: AI Powered Carts Are Changing the Way Consumers Get Groceries
May 2, 2025
Studies investigate the correlation of heat and crime.
Hotter Days, Higher Crime? Investigating the Link Between Summer and Violence
May 2, 2025
Trump's tariffs are causing major disturbances in the supply chain with many small businesses struggling to afford products and materials from China.
Trump’s Tariffs Hurts Small Businesses
May 1, 2025
North Georgia Softball team huddling during game one of 2025 NCAA DII Softball National Championship. Photo by David Trotter
North Georgia Softball Falls in Game One of 2025 NCAA National Championship
May 22, 2025
Sydnee Reaves and teammates celebrating her leadoff homerun against Lander in Peach Belt Conference Tournament. Photo by David Trotter.
UNG Softball Looking to Make Noise in National Championship Series
May 21, 2025
No. 10 University of North Georgia Softball team celebrating there Southeast Regional title win. Pictured in center Sayde Johnson. Photo by David Trotter
No. 10 North Georgia Softball Stuns No. 2 Francis Marion, Wins Southeast Regional Title
May 16, 2025
Marycille Brumby celebrating in what would become the game winning hit.
No. 10 North Georgia Softball Upsets No. 2 Francis Marion in Game One of Super Regional
May 15, 2025
The Race For Screen Space
The Race For Screen Space
May 7, 2025
Joshua Broome, executive director of Walk Worthy, spoke with students at the University of North Georgia about the negative effects of pornography.
More Than a Click: Pornography’s Hidden Toll on Mental Health
May 12, 2025
Thyroid cancer is a growing concern for families in Northeast Georgia and its heath related impact it has on residents.
Thyroid Issues Rise in Hall County
May 1, 2025
Anna Kate collaborates as a BEARPAW Campus Ranger.
Campus Collabs: Unlocking Brand Partnership Opportunities for Students
May 1, 2025
The Lipstick Index suggests that the sale of lipstick and economic growth are inversely related.
Let Them Wear Lipstick: the Unexpected Economic Indicator
April 30, 2025
Lizzie Spradlin is set to graduate in May.
From the Corps to the Real World: Cadet Says She’s Ready
April 24, 2025
Beck in the Sunshine State: Carson Beck Transfers to the University of Miami
January 28, 2025
Redefining What It Means to be a ‘Happy and Healthy’ College Student
Redefining What It Means to be a ‘Happy and Healthy’ College Student
November 21, 2024
Before Friday, Mike Tyson's last professional fight was in 2005.
The Paul Versus Tyson Bout Could be Bad for Boxing
November 21, 2024
"Yellowjackets" season 3 comes out Feb. 14. 2025.
“Yellowjackets” Season 1 has Officially Arrived on Netflix
October 19, 2024
Core Destinations: Top Apple Orchards to Visit this Fall
Core Destinations: Top Apple Orchards to Visit this Fall
October 15, 2024
Warner Bros’ “A Minecraft Movie” was released on April 4th and has already surpassed $500 million in box office worldwide.
“A Minecraft Movie” Mines Nostalgia
April 17, 2025
Disney is bringing back some of their most nostalgic shows on their streaming platform Disney+.
Disney Is Bringing Back Nostalgic Shows
April 10, 2025
O.A.R. performs on stage at the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival.
A Blooming Weekend at the Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival
April 6, 2025
Michelle Trachtenberg passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 39.
‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ Actress Michelle Trachtenberg Dead at 39
March 6, 2025
Beyonce debuts 2025 Cowboy Carter tour after “Best Country Album” and “Album of the Year” Grammys win.
Single Ladies Saddled Up: “Cowboy Carter” Wins Best Country Album
February 27, 2025

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Jack Thurmond

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer

Hello there! My name is Jack Thurmond. This is my third year at the University of North Georgia, and I am studying communications to become a sports journalist. I joined the Vanguard because it gives me the window to experience things I typically would not get to.

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UNG Gainesville's Martha T. Nesbitt Academic Building and Hugh Mills Physical Education Center have been closed until further notice.

[Photo] Breaking News: Gas Leak Reported around Nesbitt Building

Alli Clark, Staff Editor
March 20, 2025
The Ford Motor Company has recently garnered the attention of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration with issues surrounding its F-150 truck and its Bronco SUV.

Ford Under Fire as Recent Issues Surface

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
April 21, 2024
On Friday, March 22, Princess Kate Middleton of Whales announced to the U.K. and to the world that she was recently diagnosed with cancer (Photo by The Prince and Princess of Wales/X page)

Royal Family Member Receives Life Changing Diagnosis

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
April 10, 2024
Beyonce’s new album “Cowboy Carter” has taken over the Country Realm of music. It’s debut Billboard’s Hot 100 Country chart makes her the first black woman in history to open so high on the list.

Beyoncé Dominates Country Charts

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
April 10, 2024
Professional Boxer and Internet Personality Jake Paul will fight Legendary Fist Fighter Mike Tyson on July 20, 2024.

The Biggest Fight of the 21st Century

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
April 6, 2024
In its short lifetime, the Cumming City Center has become a pillar of economic and community growth within the expanding town. The venue offers a bounty of shops and eateries for residents to enjoy.

Cumming City Center

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
March 29, 2024
The outdoor siren on the University of North Georgia’s Gainesville Campus. The alarm is tested every February, May, August and November.

Tornado Season; UNG’s Plan of Action

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
March 12, 2024
The Hall & Hound Brewing company is a popular hangout spot for residents throughout northern Cumming, GA.

Hall And Hound; Cumming’s Next Big Hangout

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
March 6, 2024
Braves players celebrate their 2021 World Series Championship. Since that title, Atlanta has fallen three games to one against the Philidelphia Phillies in back-to-back seasons and look to redeem themselves in 2024 (Photo by Ashley Landis/AP Photo via WFTV)

Braves Look to Overcome Obstacles, Reestablish Their Dominance

Jack Thurmond, Writer/Editor
February 22, 2024
Elon Musk’s organization Neuralink declares that it has successfully given a human its brain implant. The product could be an unprecedented development in the medical field but does come with risks. (Photo from Getty Images via news24)

Neuralink Makes Medical Breakthrough, Comes with Great Risk

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
February 15, 2024
The Cumming City Center location of Wrights Fish and Chips. The British store has called the shopping center its home since the spring of 2023.

Local Restaurant Receives Meritable Recognition

Jack Thurmond, Staff Editor
February 8, 2024
Former President Donald Trump celebrates his titanic victory over Governor Ron DeSantis and Former Ambassador Nikki Haley in the Iowa Caucus. Trump has solidified himself as the odds-on favorite for the Republican side, however an upcoming insurrection decision by the Supreme Court may put things on hold for the frontrunner.

Trump Awaits Pivotal Supreme Court Decision

Jack Thurmond, Editor
February 1, 2024
Kang the Conqueror as played by Actor Jonathan Majors. The villain was meant to be the Marvel Cinematic Universes next major supervillain. With Major’s recent arrest, the character faces a recast and could even be wiped from the studios future all together.

Marvel Faces a Major Problem with Kang

Jack Thurmond, Editor
January 18, 2024
The Pueblos in Cumming Georgia is a community favorite among residents. Pueblos, the restaurant that started it all for Sergio Moreia and Laura Estrada, now has three locations in Dahlonega, Cumming, and Gainesville.

Meet the Couple Behind Pueblos and Other Local Eats

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
November 30, 2023
Television and Film star Jonathan Majors stands in a court room on Tuesday Jun. 20, to set his original trial date of Aug 3. The trial would be moved to Nov. 29 after multiple reschedules. (Photo byAP Photo/Steven Hirsh, Pool, People)

Fallen Actor Faces Pending Judgement

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
November 21, 2023
Ron Washington has been the third base coach for the Atlanta Braves since October of 2016. He’s also coached in Oakland for a couple of years, and even managed the Texas Rangers from 2006-14. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/SB Nation via Getty Images)

From A-Town to Anaheim

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
November 14, 2023
An Instagram post by Entertainment Tonight honors the late star, Mathew Perry. The actor, known for his role as Chandler Bing in Friends and many others, was found dead on Saturday Oct. 28 in a hot tub outside his home.

Remembering Matthew Perry

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
November 7, 2023
Two Sawnee EMC trucks sit beside each other ready to be deployed. Much of these saw use during the deep freeze in 2022 as power outages occurred throughout North Georgia.

Winter Is Coming Be Prepared

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
October 31, 2023
Two posters advertise the FNAF movie outside the AMC in Cumming GA. The posters feature two of the movies main characters Foxy the Pirate Fox and the bear, the myth, the legend, Freddy Fazbear.

Five Nights at the Movies

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
October 24, 2023
Students and staff take part in the UNG Art Collective’s Paint Night on Oct. 5. The collective hosts the event every Thursday evening starting around 6 p.m

Let Your Creativity Flourish at UNG Paint Night

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
October 12, 2023
Seen here are recent gas prices at the Exxon at Browns Bridge Rd and Ash Cir. Store Property Manager Mark Mendoza said that last month costs peaked at $3.79 due to inflation.

Kemps Tax Suspension Brings Relief to Strained Citizens

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
October 5, 2023
Fans in Truist Park celebrate an Ozzie Albies home run against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sept. 18. Despite losing the game 7-1, Atlanta clinched a postseason first-round bye, giving them home-field advantage through at least the NLDS.

Braves Win Division, Building Excitement Throughout UNG

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
September 28, 2023
A walkway in Indian Shores Florida which despite only seeing the edge of the hurricane, did see minor damage. Seen here, moderate structural damage led the bridge to be closed off to public use.

Relief Efforts Underway for Florida Hurricane Impacts

Jack Thurmond, Writer
September 12, 2023
A local market not far from the Hall County line in Northern Forsyth lost a good portion of its roof to the severe weather on July 20. Here, it is visible where the extreme wind gusts caused the front of the roof to collapse.

Local Storm: A Potential Product of Rising Climate

Jack Thurmond, Staff Writer
September 7, 2023
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