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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.
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 ...
Two Georgia Lottery Players Won Almost $230,000 in Fantasy 5
Two lucky Georgia lottery players scored $229,438 each in the July 20 Fantasy 5 drawing. One ticket was purchased at Conyers Food Mart, the other online. 🎉 Why It Matters: These wins show that whether you play at a store or online, your chances are real. The Georgia Lottery continues to generate excitement and winnings for its players.
U.S. House 3: Jack’s fundraising dwarfs Keller
(The Center Square) – Republican Brian Jack has raised $1.72 million more than his Democratic opponent Maura Keller. Both candidates are competing to represent Georgia's 3rd Congressional District, a heavily-Republican district. In the first six months in 2024, Jack’s campaign brought in $1,776,507. Over that same period, Keller’s campaign totaled $49,458. George Cantrell, an independent,...
Opioid settlement from Kroger is set to bring millions to Georgia. But like others, it'll take time
LISTEN: Some Georgia counties are being invited to get their share of Kroger’s $1.2 billion dollar multi-district settlement over the franchises participation in the opioid addiction crisis. GPB's Sofi Gratas reports. Some Georgia counties are being invited to get their share of Kroger’s $1.2 billion multi-district settlement over the...
Trump critic: ‘Civil war’ reference at Vance rally ‘par for the course’
Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan (R) said Tuesday that the comments by a state lawmaker suggesting a “civil war” woud be needed to save the country if Republicans lose this year’s elections are typical of supporters of former President Trump. “Well, it’s par for the course,” Duncan said on “CNN This Morning” to anchor…
Ga., S.C. state agencies compete in Best Looking Cruiser contest
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - It’s that time of year again - when each of the 50 state highway patrol agencies go head-to-head for a chance to be in the Best Looking Cruiser calendar. In the coming weeks, drivers can expect traffic changes as crews begin to work on the...
Deadline to register to vote in Georgia's General Election
ATLANTA — Georgians have until Oct. 7 to register for the general election. Anyone who has not registered can do so online through the secretary of state's office if they have a valid Georgia driver's license or state-issued identification card. People can check to see if they are registered...
See the popular wing franchise opening a second Warner Robins spot, ‘coming soon’ to Macon
This fast-growing restaurant chain that got its start in Atlanta is known for its all natural organic chicken, 30 sauce flavors and host of other offerings such as Philly steak, hamburgers, fish and fried rice.
Fort Valley Police investigate late night shooting at Indian Oaks Apartments
FORT VALLEY, Ga. (WGXA) — The Fort Valley Police Department (FVPD) is investigating an early Wednesday morning shooting incident. Police told WGXA it happened at the Indian Oaks Apartment Complex at 12:34 a.m. The 911 caller said they witnessed a small red SUV leaving the area going east of Highway 96.
SEE IT: Giant sinkhole opens on Walton Way in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Amid intensely high temperatures followed by a torrential downpour Wednesday, a sinkhole opened up on Walton Way. The pavement was buckled around the deep hole in front of Langford Middle School, 3019 Walton Way. It was big enough to swallow a medium-size car. Crews surrounded it...
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