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Georgia Secretary of State gives Chatham County elections clean bill of health
The Chatham County Board of Elections underwent an election systems health check Monday, and the state's top elections official was on site for the event. Election systems health checks will be conducted in each of Georgia's 159 counties in the run up to this year's presidential election on Nov. 5. The health...
Food stamps: Eight states sending out SNAP benefits worth up to $1,751 this week
With July quickly coming to a close, SNAP beneficiaries in eight states should expect to see their July payments hit their accounts by Sunday. The funds, worth up to $1,751 for a household of eight, will be uploaded to an Electronic Benefit Transfer card, which functions as a debit card and can be used at […]
Family raising money for Georgia State Patrol trooper who needs new heart
ATLANTA - A Georgia state trooper's family is raising money to support his medical bills as he waits for a new heart. Blake Shiver is currently bed-bound at Piedmont Atlanta, where he's been for two weeks. His family says the 49-year-old patrolman and Navy veteran is currently on the heart...
United States Department of Agriculture Restricts PACA Violators in California, Georgia, and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry
WASHINGTON, DC - The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has imposed sanctions on three produce businesses for failing to meet contractual obligations to the sellers of produce they purchased and failing to pay reparation awards issued under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). Direct from the USDA Agricultural Marketing...
North Central Florida river task force reactivated following raw sewage spills across Georgia state lines
The Sante Fe River was familiar with Joanne Tremblay, with their morning routine, lying still as she waded calf-deep to collect a sample of its water. It was a warm shade of tangerine. She knew children would play on the riverbank come midday, bright and alive like the blue E....
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds announces packed schedule of summer and fall events
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Hilda and Wyatt Espalin were on the show today for another great chat about the wonderful events coming up at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, Ga. See the list of events below:. JULY 27- Their first Laser Light Show at the Fairgrounds will welcome thousands...
Sen. Ossoff promotes job training bill at Central Georgia Technical College
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) - U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff visited Macon on Monday to highlight the bipartisan Pathways to Prosperity Act. The legislation aims to strengthen job training and skills programs at community and technical colleges. Sen. Ossoff helped introduce alongside Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock and Senator Mike Braun (R-IN). Sen....
‘Fore’ The Community Golf Tournament set for July 29 to benefit Habersham Co. Animal Shelter
The “Fore” The Community golf tournament will take place on Monday, July 29, with a shotgun start at 9am at Apple Mountain Golf Course in Hollywood. Cost of playing is $500 per team or $125 per player, with proceeds benefiting the Habersham County Animal Shelter. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to registered players. The animal shelter also will have door prizes and a silent auction. Each player will get one Mulligan, one Tee Buster, and one toss during the tournament. For any details, inquiries, sponsorship, or to enter a team, reach out to Tim Bryant at [email protected] or 706-499-9714.
List | Participating Dairy Queen locations ahead of Miracle Treat Day
MACON, Ga. — Nothing satisfies more on a hot day than a nice, cold serving of ice cream. It’s a chilling and refreshing way to beat the heat during the sweltering summer heat. But on Thursday, Dairy Queens across Central Georgia are helping kids beat cancer as part...
North Georgia Athletics Takes Final Step In Brand Standardization With Updated NG Monogram
DAHLONEGA - The University of North Georgia athletic department has unveiled the final phase of its comprehensive branding initiative in collaboration with Rickabaugh Graphics. This phase introduces a refreshed NG logo designed to complement the Nighthawks' recently updated family of wordmarks. North Georgia will start implementing its enhanced athletics branding immediately with a phased rollout covering uniforms, facilities and digital spaces over the course of the 2024-25 season.
Kevin & Moira Pratt Foundation Hosts ‘24 Backpack Giveaway
The Kevin and Moira Pratt Foundation hosted its 2024 backpack giveaway on July 13 to provide students of Cleveland Elementary with backpacks filled with supplies for the upcoming school year. In addition to free supplies, attending families enjoyed snow cones and popcorn, courtesy of the parent-teacher organization.
Athletics announces Hall of Fame class
The University of North Georgia's (UNG) Athletics Department and the Athletics Hall of Fame Committee have announced the 14th class of the UNG Athletics Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony is scheduled for 6 p.m. Sept. 9 in the UNG Convocation Center. The evening will begin with a social hour, followed by a dinner and ceremony programming beginning at 7 p.m.
Cobb Nonprofit Opens New Benefits Office
POWDER SPRINGS — Nonprofit Reflections of Trinity is doing something they say "no other non-governmental nonprofit is doing anywhere." The nonprofit previously offered such services as a food pantry, thrift store, and nonprofit eBay store at its office, located at 4037 Austell Powder Springs Road. But after partnering with the Atlanta Community Foodbank, it has expanded its services to assist families with preparing and submitting applications for the following government benefits: ...
Nighthawks Shining Around The Nation In College Summer Baseball
DAHLONEGA – The University of North Georgia baseball program has a number of players competing in official summer baseball leagues around the country this summer. After another winning season at Bob Stein Stadium at Lynn Cottrell Park, the Nighthawks continue to represent the "NG" with success in the summer.
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