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Emory receives $5 million grant to improve geriatric care and education
Emory University has been awarded a $5 million cooperative agreement by the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to enhance geriatric care and education for health care workers in Georgia’s urban and rural areas. This five-year funding will support Georgia Gear (Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program), operated through the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine.
Son of Georgia legend commits to football team as a walk-on
Following the exit of Len’Neth Whitehead from the Georgia football roster on Monday, the Bulldogs made a new addition to the running back room the same day in the form of a legacy name. Gannon Hearst, the son of Bulldog legend Garrison Hearst, has joined UGA as a walk-on for the 2024 season.
Report: Atlanta ranks worst city for income inequality in America
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Atlanta placed first as the worst city in America for income inequality, according to a new report from GOBankingRates. The report found that Atlanta’s bottom 20% earned an average income of $11,221 while the top 20% earned an average of $324,230. GOBankingRates researchers...
Expert’s sleepers to watch from Braves 2024 draft class
The MLB Draft is over, and the Braves focused on pitching in the first half and position players in the second half. The class is headlined by top pick Cam Caminiti, but Atlanta has made its bones in the later rounds. Michael Harris II was a third-round pick of the 2019 cycle, while Spencer Strider was a fourth-rounder the following year.
NGTC Automotive Technology Program Granted Reaccreditation
Clarkesville, GA – North Georgia Technical College’s (NGTC) automotive technology program was recently granted reaffirmation of accreditation by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Established in 1972, ASE seeks to promote excellence and cultivate a skilled workforce in the automotive service industry with the help of the ASE Education Foundation.
State Proposing Cuts to Commuter Bus Service
The state agency which runs the Xpress commuter bus system is proposing service reductions, including in Cobb County. The current Xpress bus system operates on weekdays and serves residents in 13 counties, bringing them to the downtown, midtown and perimeter office markets. In the wake of budget cuts by state lawmakers, the Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority (The ATL) has proposed major service reductions to the system. State officials attribute the...
Lawsuit claims that delayed elections for Georgia utility regulator are unconstitutional
ATLANTA (AP) — Two groups on Wednesday sued to overturn a law extending the elected terms of Georgia’s public service commissioners, saying it violates the state constitution for the five Republicans to be allowed to serve terms longer than six years. Georgia WAND Education Fund, Georgia Conservation Voters Education Fund and Brionte McCorkle, the executive […]
Friends of Georgia Radio to honor WCLK's GM Wendy F. Williams
Friends of Georgia Radio has announced its new Hall of Legends Class of 2024 and WCLK's very own General Manager, Wendy F. Williams, will be inducted. The 3rd Annual Celebration will take place on Saturday, August 24 at the City Springs - Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. The Hall of...
15% of Georgians Drink When Making Big Money Moves: And That’s Less Than The National Average
A recent study revealed that 15% of Georgians turn to alcohol when facing major financial decisions, slightly below the national average of 21%. 🍺 What’s Happening: CardRates.com conducted a survey of 3,000 respondents, uncovering some sobering statistics:. Filing for bankruptcy topped the list of financial decisions most likely...
Georgia Chamber Hosts Future of Small Business Summit
Georgia Chamber President and CEO Chris Clark polling Future of Small Business summit attendees on their business needs. (Georgia Chamber) Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted the Future of Small Business summit, designed to equip small businesses with the tools they need for their future success. The Atlanta BeltLine served as presenting sponsor of the Future of Small Business summit. Around 100 people attended the Future of Small Business summit, which was held at the headquarters of Invesco.
24 Georgia students awarded National Merit Scholarships
Twenty-four additional Georgia residents have been awarded National Merit Scholarships financed by colleges and universities. The recent grads join the list of 3,700 Merit Scholarships awarded by 149 colleges and universities announced in June. College-sponsored awards provide between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institution financing the […] The post 24 Georgia students awarded National Merit Scholarships appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Georgia Appeals Court to hear arguments in Trump push to disqualify Fani Willis
Washington — The Georgia Court of Appeals will hear arguments Dec. 5 in a bid by former President Donald Trump and his allies to have Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and her office removed from the case involving an alleged scheme to overturn the results of Georgia's 2020 presidential election.The appeals court agreed in May to review a decision from Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee to allow Willis to continue prosecuting the case against Trump. Arguments will be heard before a three-judge panel composed of Judges Trenton Brown, Todd Markle and Benjamin Land.The former president and a...
State signing up veterans to serve as poll workers
ATLANTA — Georgia voters will be getting help from veterans on Election Day this year, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced Tuesday. Raffensperger’s office will partner with Vet the Vote, a new nationwide organization that recruits veterans and members of their families to serve as volunteer poll workers. More than 135,000 veterans across the nation will be serving as poll workers this year, Dan Valone, director of Vet the Vote,...
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