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Belair Middle School students moving from K-8 building to defunct Langford Middle School
Richmond County School System's rightsizing plan is already underway. The school district's spokesperson Haley Lacuesta last week confirmed that Belair Middle School students will start the school year in the defunct Langford Middle School building. They will call it home until a new middle school can be built for the Belair students.
Tyson Foods Agrees to Sell Georgia Poultry Complex
Tyson Foods has entered into an agreement to sell its poultry complex in Vienna, Georgia, to House of Raeford Farms, the company announced last week. Tyson officials said that the decision to sell the campus is part of its "continued efforts to optimize its plant network," and that they company would serve customers from its other production locations.
Doctors Explain Houston County Alert: Young Adults Face Silent Sleep-Related Heart Threat.
In this article, The Medical Experts @ The Health Standard, share their expert insights on the findings and provide Georgia residents with evidence-based recommendations for protecting their health.Why This Matters to YouA recent study adds to the evidence that there is a solid link between sleep apnea and cardiovascular diseases. However, the findings of this study highlight an issue that many young people tend to ignore. They feel that sleep apnea does not apply to them. This finding is crucial for Houston County, Georgia residents because the findings continue to highlight the heart health benefits of early detection and treatment...
Warner Robins to host first-ever 'Burger Week' showcasing local culinary talent
WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WGXA) — The city of Warner Robins is celebrating local restaurants by hosting Warner Robins Burger Week. According to a release from the city, the week-long event will bring together 25 locally-owned businesses to showcase an exclusive burger that's not typically available on their regular menus.
Sky Zone announces immediate closing of Macon location
MACON, Ga. — A popular trampoline park is shutting it’s doors immediately and permanently. Sky Zone in Macon announced it is closing down. “We hope you had some fun times and created some great memories,” Sky Zone’s Macon location said on its website. “Unfortunately, this park location is currently closed.”
New rules for ballot return in three states with Republican trifectas among changes to absentee/mail-in voting
Three states with Republican trifectas added new definitions of who may return another voter’s ballot in 2024. Idaho adopted H 599, which stipulates that only election officials, postal workers, common carrier employees, a person paid by the voter, a relative of the voter, a member of their household, or a caregiver may collect or deliver another voter’s voted or unvoted ballot. It also provides that collecting and delivering more than 10 absentee/mail-in ballots is a felony.
Adventures in Middle Georgia: Things to Do this Week in the Heart of Georgia
The last week of July is here and it will likely be another hot one. But there are thankfully many fun events taking place inside this week as well as plenty of things to do for both adults and kids. The following are just a few of the grand adventures to be had this week in the Heart of Georgia.
Neal Receives Scholarship From Georgia DNR
(L-R): Coach Stuart Harrell, Reese Neal, DNR Representative Jennifer Davison, Headmaster Jeff McCormick, and Athletic Director Josh Norton. Congratulations to Reese Neal, a rising senior at Vidalia Heritage Academy who received a $2000 scholarship from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources for placing 3rd at the NASP Eastern National Archery Tournament in Louisville, KY in May.
A man sought in three states was detained during a traffic stop
A suspect wanted in three states was arrested during a traffic stop, Russellville Police announced on Sunday. Billy Joe Williams faced nearly a dozen charges in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi, including robbery, assault, and exploitation of an elderly person. Russellville Police reported that Williams tried to hide on the passenger...
Rep. Allen's Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act signed into law
This week, Congressman Rick W. Allen's (GA-12) Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act was signed into law. Rep. Allen introduced the legislation last year, which was then included in a bipartisan nuclear energy package that was signed into law this week as a part of a larger legislative vehicle. Upon the announcement, Congressman Allen issued the following statement: "With Plant Vogtle's nuclear units 3 and 4 fully operational and providing a stable, baseload supply of electricity to Georgia homes and businesses, now is the time to build on this tremendous success and explore further expansion of America's nuclear energy capabilities. This bipartisan nuclear energy package, including my Nuclear Licensing Efficiency Act, will help streamline future nuclear projects in the U.S. so that we may fully embrace the reliability of clean, 24/7 nuclear energy for generations to come. I am thankful for Chair Rodgers’ leadership on this issue and am pleased that my colleagues and I on the Energy and Commerce Committee were able to get this legislation over the finish line. I look forward to seeing its positive impact on America's energy sector."
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