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New research ranks Wiregrass among best in Georgia
VALDOSTA – New research by University HQ ranks Wiregrass Georgia Technical College among the best in Georgia. According to UniversityHQ.org website Wiregrass Georgia Technical College has been ranked among the best in Georgia for Associate Degree Programs and Best Online Colleges. University Headquarters (UniversityHQ) is an industry-leading independent education organization. They provide information for students who wish to pursue a higher education by serving as an all-in-one source for information on colleges, entrance requirements, and career paths. The ranking methodology is based on the cost of tuition, acceptance rate, retention rate, graduation rate, graduating salary, number of programs offered, online programs offered, loan default rate, diplomas awarded, percentage of students receiving financial aid, and reputation and expert opinion.
Valdosta’s photo contest awards celebrates local talent
VALDOSTA – Valdosta’s 16th Annual People’s Choice Photo Contest Awards Reception celebrates local talented photographers. The 16th Annual Valdosta People’s Choice Photo Contest Awards Reception was a resounding success, leaving attendees in awe of the local talent. Held Monday, July 22 evening at the Annette Howell Turner Center for the Arts, the event brought together city leaders and passionate photographers from the community.
Florida Hits Capacity, Report Confirms State Can No Longer Accept New Residents, Disney in Jeopardy
Florida is seemingly hitting a capacity issue, with millions relocating to the Sunshine State. In 2022, it was measured that the population of the United States of America was 333.3 million people, dispersed all 50 states, but at that time, Florida did not make the top 3 list for residents, but it always made the top of the list for tourism.
Florida Department of Education announces 2024 school grades under new school grading scale
According to the released statement from the Florida Department of Education, school grades for the 2023-24 school year have continued improvement across Florida schools according to their Scale Range.
AP African-American studies will return to Georgia’s Public Schools
Wednesday, Georgia State Schools Superintendent Richard Woods permitted the state to pay districts to teach an Advanced Placement course in African-American studies. This decision was a shocking about-face that came in about 48 hours. Monday afternoon, Gwinnett County Public Schools was told the State Board of Education (SBOE) would not agree to adopt the class. […] The post AP African-American studies will return to Georgia’s Public Schools appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
Storms for just a few, nice evening for most
JACKSONVILLE, Fl – It has been another quiet day rainwise for most but storms should increase through the end of the week. Tonight the risk for heavy rain and stronger storms will target inland areas from Highway 301 to the Suwanee Valley and into Georgia. Showers and storms will dissipate as late as 10-11 pm over the interior.
Wednesday evening First To Know Tropics check (07/24/2024)
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — There is a continued void in any organized activity over the waters of the Atlantic, the Caribbean, and the Gulf of Mexico, which will continue through the end of this week. As a reminder for future tropical systems, First to Know Weather looks for trends...
Georgia Construction Workers See Just 0.4% Wage Increase Since 2018
Wage growth is routinely touted as one positive aspect of the COVID-era economy. However, high levels of inflation beginning in 2021 have, in many cases, more than offset increases in pay. In the construction industry, for example, the average worker has less purchasing power today than in the years leading up to the pandemic. Despite persistent labor shortages and record levels of spending, the absolute changes in earnings for construction workers have failed to keep pace with rising costs. Construction Wage Growth Compared ...
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