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Georgia lawmakers look to open jobs to more workers who need license to work
April Williams was eager to resume her nursing career when she applied this year with a Georgia agency for a license that is required for 30% of the American workforce. After initially forgetting to provide her graduate school transcript, the Byron resident resubmitted her paperwork several other times. However, after several weeks of waiting, she […] The post Georgia lawmakers look to open jobs to more workers who need license to work appeared first on Georgia Recorder.
A Peach County project could help ease overcrowding at local animal shelters, county leaders say
PEACH COUNTY, Ga. — After a three-year standstill, Peach County is making headway on a $1.3 million animal control center project. This development has been on the county agenda since 2008. It comes after residents of the county have expressed the need for an expanded animal control program in...
Macon-Bibb Recreation Dept. to host back-to-school bash with free giveaways
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — The Macon-Bibb County Parks and Recreation Department is holding a back-to-school community event next month. According to the department, the free event will feature food, vendors, music and giveaways. A parent or guardian must accompany students to receive a bookbag and supplies at the event.
Mercer summer computer camps empower and inspire kids
For three weeks every summer, a group of youngsters can be found battling robots, writing code and discovering the latest technology trends from Mercer’s Macon campus. The Creative Computer Camps have provided engaging and enriching experiences for kids for more than 15 summers. Hosted by Dr. Bob Allen and the Department of Computer Science, the camps teach children computer skills while also encouraging their creativity.
Georgia Southern professor receives Fulbright Specialist Award to Malaysia
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – Karin Fisher, Ph.D., associate professor of special education at Georgia Southern University, has received a Fulbright Specialist Program Award from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. She will complete a project at the Dyslexia Association of Sarawak in Malaysia that aims to exchange knowledge and establish […]
Landfill expansion projects and debates advance, including Capital Waste site in Georgia
Landfill operators seeking expansion approvals continued with public outreach, site development plans and construction throughout the spring. Here’s a look at some of the more notable recent developments from May and June. Capital Waste completes first of two landfill expansion projects. Capital Waste Services is in the process of...
Confused about trash pickup due to the 4th of July? Here’s all the details
MACON, Ga. — With any national holiday, comes a few changes to the usual schedule. On Thursday, there will be no trash pickup or drop-off in most parts of Central Georgia. Instead, pickup will be delayed one day, according to Ryland Environmental and GFL Environmental. If your normal pickup...
Weather Update: July 4th in Georgia Will Be a 109 Degree Sizzler
🎆 The Details: On July 4th, much of Georgia will be feeling the heat— not just from fireworks, but from the scorching heat. Georgians are used to this coupling of hot, dry weather on the 4th, but this year the heat index will take us to almost 110 degrees. From 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the fourth, expect heat index values to soar up to 109 degrees.
Georgia’s EMCs prepare for above-average hurricane season
Staff Reports The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an 85% chance of an above-normal hurricane season in 2024, with an estimated 17-25 named storms, 8-13 of which may have the potential to turn into hurricanes. Four to seven of those storms are predicted to be a Category 3+. This will be the […] The post Georgia’s EMCs prepare for above-average hurricane season appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Macon mourns the loss of beloved singer Arthur 'Bo' Ponder at 77
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) -- Friends and family are remembering the life and legacy of Macon's Arthur "Bo," Ponder. The music artists died Saturday evening at the age of 77. Ponder worked professionally in the music business for 61 years as a singer, songwriter and recording artist. At 16 years-old Ponder landed center stage fulfilling a vacancy with the band, Johnny Jenkins & the Pine Toppers, after Otis Redding's departure to embark on a solo career. Ponder later became a recording artist and had a moderate hit record, “Dr. Strange Love”, under Phil Walden’s Capricorn label in 1969. Some of his other releases included; “My Love,” “Sexy Lady,” and “Baby I’m For Real.” Arthur also recorded as the Lead Singer for the group “Sideshow” that he formed in 1985.
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