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Study: More farmers turn to alcohol to cope with issues
ATHENS – A new University of Georgia study reveals that one in five U.S. farmers reports binge drinking when they experience high levels of stress. The paper underlines the link between farmers using alcohol to cope with stress.
Pair from Tifton among UGA's 40 Under 40
ATHENS — A pair of Tifton professionals has been named to the University of Georgia's 40 Under 40 Class of 2024, a group of young alumni that includes a deputy national intelligence officer, a senior entertainment writer for Variety, an AI innovator at Microsoft, and more. Tamara Branch, the vice president of legal affairs at Tift Regional Health System, and Chris Chammoun, the executive ...
UGA earns top awards for marketing and communications excellence
The University of Georgia won six awards in the 2024 Council for Advancement and Support of Education’s Circle of Excellence Awards competition, recognizing the best education and nonprofit marketing and communications programs across the world. Among more than 4,200 entries from 600 institutions in 28 countries, UGA was recognized...
Kirby Smart had great comment about Nick Saban being part of media
Many fans have had a difficult time adjusting to seeing Nick Saban cover college football as a full-time analyst, and Georgia head coach Kirby Smart is struggling with it, too. Smart, who made a name for himself working as an assistant under Saban at Alabama, was asked on Wednesday what it is like to have... The post Kirby Smart had great comment about Nick Saban being part of media appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Augusta area blueberry growers share their love of the popular Georgia superfood
After setting up shop at the Aiken County Farmers Market for 15 years, Cathy and Ed Kvartek decided it was time to venture out on their own. “It took us a while to find a property," Cathy Kvartek said. "We wanted a place that made people want to come back.”
1ST ANNUAL TRI-CITY MEGA CAR SHOW! JULY 20TH COLUMBUS, GA CIVIC CENTER!
THE 1ST ANNUAL TRI-CITY SUPER MEGA SHOW! COMING TO COLUMBUS CIVIC CENTER SATURDAY JULY 20TH 2024! THE BIGGEST AUTOMOTIVE SHOWCASE OF THE SUMMER BRINGING TOGETHER THE TRI CITIES! COLUMBUS, FT. MOORE, AND PHENIX CITY AND SURROUNDING AREAS FOR THE BIGGEST CAR SHOW TO EVER HIT COLUMBUS,GA!. THIS SUPER SHOW FEATURES...
This hotel chain is coming to Dublin | Everything you need to know about Dublin's tourism boom
DUBLIN, Ga. — Soon, Dublin will see another hotel open on Exit 51, and it's going to be the biggest in town. The Dublin Visitor Center says they've been planning for this hotel since before COVID-19, thanks to more tourists visiting the Emerald City. Visit Dublin's Executive Director Miriam...
Georgia Democrats and state representatives show support for new Biden-Harris Campaign headquarters in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Democratic state lawmakers and citizens gathered to support the opening of a new Biden-Harris campaign office on Macon Road, Thursday evening. The event saw many Democratic state representatives make an appearance including State Representative Teddy Reese, Congressman Stanford Bishop, Jr. Reese says this campaign office serves as a reminder that the […]
Second concert at Atrium Heath Amphitheater canceled this month
MACON, Ga. — The Bell Biv DeVoe and 112 concert at Atrium Heath Amphitheater is canceled, according to a post from the venues Facebook page. “Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Bell Biv DeVoe & 112 concert scheduled for Saturday, July 20, 2024, has been canceled," the post read. They...
After nearly 35 years in business Comic Plus of Macon closing soon
MACON, Ga. — Comics Plus of Macon in downtown is closing its doors at the end of July. The store has been a fixture of the Macon comic community for around 35 years, Jennifer Berkner said. "It is emotional for me because I bought the store knowing it had...
Classic Car Parade Passes Through Sparta en Route to Milledgeville
Last week, admirers of classic cars were able to catch a glimpse of 150 hot rods as a parade passed through Sparta on its way to Milledgeville. The second annual National Collector Car Appreciation Day event saw its proceeds benefit the Georgia Sheriff’s Association Youth Homes, which is a residential care program that houses, feeds, and clothes abandoned, neglected, and abused children in a safe, nurturing environment.
Macon-Bibb’s New Library Annex Opens at Macon Mall
Middle Georgia Regional Library (MGRL) has opened its newest branch, the Library Annex, in Macon-Bibb. Located in the Macon Mall facing Mercer University Drive, the Library Annex aims to provide convenient access to library services and materials for the West Bibb community. This branch features three new study rooms and the first public meeting room in the county. Additionally, the Library Annex facilitates the processing of books distributed across seven counties in middle Georgia and throughout the PINES system.
Lower Atlantic region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Regional gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.39 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.37 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in the Lower Atlantic region has risen about 16 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $2.88 on Dec. 18,...
87.7% of Georgia Rivers Are Too Polluted for Swimming
For many Americans, lakes and rivers provide a much-needed escape—a place to cool off on a hot day, relax with loved ones, or simply enjoy the beauty of nature. However, water quality remains a major public health concern across large portions of the United States. According to data from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), over 70% of freshwater lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and wetlands (by acreage) and over 42% of creeks, rivers, and streams (by mileage) are considered too polluted for primary contact recreation such as swimming. ...
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