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Georgia's June net tax revenues up 6.5%; Adjusted YTD down 3.4%
The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in June approached a total of $3.03 billion, for an increase of $185.4 million or 6.5 percent compared to FY 2023, when net tax collections totaled $2.84 billion for the month. Year-to-date, net tax revenue totaled almost $32.95 billion, for a decrease of $182.2 million or 0.5 percent compared to FY 2023, during which the state’s motor fuel excise tax was suspended for more than half the fiscal year, until January 10, 2023. Net of motor fuel tax changes, net revenues for the year-ended June 30 were down 3.4 percent from fiscal year 2023. The changes within...
Once Again This Town Has Been Declared the Murder Capital of Georgia
Georgia, known for its rich history, vibrant cities, and stunning landscapes, is often associated with a sense of safety and tranquility. However, a closer look at the crime statistics reveals a different story. One town in particular has been declared the murder capital of Georgia, with a crime rate that is among the highest in the state. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the details of this town, exploring the factors contributing to its high crime rate and what it means for residents and visitors alike.
2 Georgia hunters plead guilty to poaching white-tailed deer in National Military Park
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN, Tenn. — In an investigation that took years, 2 men from northwest Georgia both pleaded guilty to hunting white-tailed deer on National Military Park property. William Edward Lough of Trenton and Jonathan Daniel Plaster of Rossville both entered their plea in federal court on April 16th to...
Kids Alliance for Better Care expands its rural reach to additional pediatric and family medicine practices
MACON —Mercer University School of Medicine (MUSM) and the Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center (GRHIC) are expanding their rural pediatric health initiative to seven additional counties, for a total of 35 pediatric and family medicine physicians and providers throughout the state. In February 2023, the School of Medicine and...
Tennessee speeders targeted in five-state 'Operation Southern Slow Down'
If you've noticed in increase in police on the roads, we promise you're not crazy. Since July 15, law enforcement in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee led the annual “Operation Southern Slow Down.” This week, there will be an increase in presence on the roads to cut back on speeding.
South Georgia training program will prepare paramedics for more advanced care
LISTEN: It's the first to meet new licensure requirements for paramedics that the state Department of Public Health says it intends to issue next year. GPB's Sofi Gratas reports. As part of their licensure, Georgia paramedics are all required to learn basic medical care in order to stabilize patients for...
Grade the take: Braves connected to All-Star and one of Ronald Acuña Jr.'s biggest fans
The Atlanta Braves approach the July 30 MLB trade deadline with a clear list of needs. Ronald Acuña Jr. and Spencer Strider are out for the season, so it starts there. The Braves need another starter to fortify the back end of the rotation, and another outfield bat to help replace what is missing with the reigning MVP on the sideline.
Georgia trending for four-star OL ahead of weekend announcement
Lilburn (Ga.) Parkview On300 offensive lineman Cortez Smith is excited to announce his college decision this weekend. The four-star’s finalists are Georgia, Georgia Tech, Miami and South Carolina. “I’m looking to earn my way on a team that’s going to challenge me every day so I can grow into a bigger monster,” Smith said. “I […] The post Georgia trending for four-star OL ahead of weekend announcement appeared first on On3.
Stephens vs. Taylor in Sunday Showdown at Atlanta Open after Williams withdraws
The Atlanta Open announced that 2017 U.S. Open champion Sloane Stephens will compete with Taylor Townsend in the UPS Sunday Showdown on July 21 at 7 p.m. to kick off the Main Draw. Venus Williams was initially supposed to compete against Stephens but withdrew from the tournament citing an abdominal injury. Stephens and Townsend will […] The post Stephens vs. Taylor in Sunday Showdown at Atlanta Open after Williams withdraws appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
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