Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Good morning! On this day in 1936, actor Burt Reynolds was born. For decades, Reynolds claimed Waycross as his birthplace, though he was born in Lansing, Michigan. Many of his top films, including Deliverance, Smokey and the Bandit, and The Longest Yard, were filmed in Georgia. Reynolds died in 2018.

Thanks to readers who shared their memories of 2026 NFL MVP Matthew Stafford from his days as a Georgia Bulldog, including this article and video clip. (Apologies in advance, Georgia Tech fans.)

An Olympic moment was overshadowed when a Norwegian biathlon bronze winner publicly admitted to an affair during an emotional on-air interview at the Milan Games. Host Ayla Brown shares the full story on today's episode of The Flyover Podcast. Tune in here.

Today's sponsor, Frontieras, is racing toward a potential trillion-dollar energy opportunity, giving investors just one day left to get in at $7.38 a share before the window closes.

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Elections Center Warrant Unsealed

The release of a search warrant on Tuesday gave more details about the FBI's criminal investigation into Fulton County's handling of the 2020 presidential election.

An agent's affidavit in support of the Jan. 28 raid at the county's election center cited probable cause to believe federal election laws were violated.

Investigators cited the county's past admission that there were some missing ballot images, duplicate ballot scans, inconsistencies in batch tally counts, and revised vote totals.

The probe also focuses on whether any deficiencies were intentional, authorities said.

The Fulton County Commission chair called the investigation one of "recycled rumors, lies, untruths, and unproven conspiracy theories."

'Remarkable' Emergency Landing Detailed

More details emerged about a small plane that made an emergency landing and struck several cars on a busy road around noon Monday in Gainesville.

"The fact that they were able to land in the middle of hundreds of vehicles and only hit three of them—(and) no power lines—is very remarkable," Gainesville police Capt. Kevin Holbrook said, "The fact that no one was seriously injured or killed is just astonishing."

The pilot, Thomas Rogers, flying with a student pilot, said the Hawker Beechcraft BE-36 lost engine power after takeoff from Gainesville, prompting him to glide the plane onto the road.

Only minor injuries were sustained by Rogers, the student pilot, and a driver as the plane hit three cars and its fuel tank came loose and struck the back of an SUV but didn't explode.

Spring Training Opens

Atlanta Braves pitchers and catchers reported to spring training Tuesday in North Port, Florida, marking the start of a new era under first-year manager Walt Weiss.

The first full squad workout will take place Sunday, and the team's first spring game in the Grapefruit League will take place Feb. 21 against the Tampa Bay Rays in Port Charlotte, Florida.

Weiss, previously a bench coach and special assistant for the team, takes over after longtime manager Brian Snitker stepped down after last season.

Weiss inherits a roster featuring Ronald Acuna Jr., Chris Sale, and Spencer Strider. The team has also added several new players.

Snitker guided the Braves to six NL East division titles and a 2021 World Series championship. A 76-86 record last season left the team in fourth place and out of the postseason.

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One Day Left: Invest in America's Trillion-Dollar Energy Comeback at $7.38/Share

Under a White House that favors energy production on our home soil, Frontieras North America could unlock up to $2.1 trillion in energy potential. They can convert coal into high-value products like hydrogen and diesel without burning it.

But that's not even the best part. They're doing it in what was once the heart of American industry: Appalachia. Their new land purchase in Mason County, West Virginia, has earned praise from West Virginia Gov. Morrisey for its potential to transform the region into an energy powerhouse.

Here's why you shouldn't miss this last chance to invest at $7.38/share:

"FASF" ticker reserved on the NASDAQ
$850M flagship facility now being built
$10 million raised from investors so far

Reaching just 2% of the global coal market could mean a trillion-dollar valuation for Frontieras.

As a perfect storm of breakthroughs set up the company for potential valuation impact, you have just one more day to invest at the current price. Lock in the $7.38 share price before the window closes tomorrow, Feb. 12, 2026.

➤ Americus: A manhunt continued for two inmates who escaped from the county jail Sunday evening. Authorities urged anyone with information to contact the sheriff's office. (More)

➤ LaGrange: Local singer Philmon Lee earned a golden ticket to compete on American Idol this season, fulfilling a childhood dream. (More)

➤ Bainbridge: A dozen players were suspended following a brawl during a Cairo-Bainbridge high school basketball game Saturday. (More)

➤ Leesburg: A former daycare worker was charged with second-degree child cruelty, and the former owner and another person were charged with failing to report child abuse. (More)

➤ Atlanta: The city acquired the 50-acre Tatum Lakes urban forest in Southwest Atlanta, which will be transformed into a nature preserve with trails. (More)

➤ Statesboro: Georgia Southern University reported record enrollment of about 30,000 students this fall, including a record freshman class of nearly 6,000 students. (More)

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➤ Former Georgia Tech football player Keion White was shot in the ankle early Monday in San Francisco, following the Super Bowl. (More)

➤ Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton agreed to a new NIL deal, reportedly below market rate to let the team spend more on other players. (More)

➤ Georgia men's basketball will host No. 14 Florida at 7 p.m. today, where a victory could lift the Bulldogs back into the AP Top 25 rankings. (More)

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➤ Investors who lost money in the alleged $140 million First Liberty Ponzi scheme met with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to discuss recovery efforts. (More)

➤ Georgia's net tax revenues in January totaled $3.03 billion, down 0.6% compared to the same month last year, according to the governor's office. (More)

➤ Atlanta-based Coca-Cola reported fourth-quarter revenue of $11.8 billion and projected another year of 4% to 5% organic revenue growth this year. (More)

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The Next $435B Energy Empire Is Being Minted

In today's dollars, John D. Rockefeller would be worth $435 billion. But "oil money" is old news, and what's next might surprise investors in 2026: a $2.1 trillion opportunity in "clean" coal.

Now is the "Rockefeller" moment for Frontieras as they reform coal into hydrogen, diesel, and other valuable commodities (just like Rockefeller did with oil). With a White House that favors domestic energy, the NASDAQ ticker FASF reserved, and land officially purchased for their flagship coal reformation plant, Frontieras is positioned for potential valuation impact.

You have until 11:59 p.m. PT tomorrow to invest in Frontieras at $7.38/share,*

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Reservation of the ticker symbol is not a guarantee that we will be listed on the NASDAQ. Listing on the NASDAQ is subject to approvals.

Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC

➤ A whale detection buoy off the coast of Tybee Island sounded an alert for the first time since its installation two years ago, triggering a voluntary slow zone for ships. (More)

➤ Disney On Ice is partnering with Savannah area libraries to offer children who read at least five books a free ticket to Mickey's Search Party in April at Enmarket Arena. (More)

➤ A $5.35 million Colonial Revival estate on 21 acres in Woodstock went on the market for the first time in 37 years. (See Photos)

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