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Georgia beauty pageant star hosts free back-to-school supplies event
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Several metro Atlanta school districts are set to start class again in the next few weeks — and if your student still needs a backpack or other supplies, an event this weekend may be able to help. Carrington Manous, who was recently crowned...
Restaurant owner's hit & run death prompted massive manhunt for suspect in Chattanooga
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The major manhunt for a man in Chattanooga this week was prompted by a Tennessee restaurant owner's hit and run death last month. Matthew Carney owned a chicken restaurant called Smokin Thighs on Wedgewood Avenue, south of downtown Nashville. Carney was struck outside his restaurant by...
Elected leaders expected to share more details on new I-55 bridge
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Elected leaders in Tennessee and Arkansas are expected to reveal a plan surrounding a new I-55 bridge. The new bridge will connect both states. This comes after years of requesting federal funding for the project. A big question on everyone’s mind is what will this new...
Georgia sees slight rise in unemployment
ATLANTA — Georgia’s unemployment rate rose slightly last month to 3.3%, up from 3.2% in May, the state Department of Labor reported Thursday. Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson said joblessness typically rises during the summer when school is out. “Our students infuse our workforce with new talent and energy each summer,” he said. “While this may temporarily increase seasonal unemployment, the fresh skills and enthusiasm these young workers bring to...
Georgia's June net tax revenues up 6.5%; Adjusted YTD down 3.4%
The State of Georgia’s net tax collections in June approached a total of $3.03 billion, for an increase of $185.4 million or 6.5 percent compared to FY 2023, when net tax collections totaled $2.84 billion for the month. Year-to-date, net tax revenue totaled almost $32.95 billion, for a decrease of $182.2 million or 0.5 percent compared to FY 2023, during which the state’s motor fuel excise tax was suspended for more than half the fiscal year, until January 10, 2023. Net of motor fuel tax changes, net revenues for the year-ended June 30 were down 3.4 percent from fiscal year 2023. The changes within...
Small-business owner, economist share what makes Georgia's businesses boom
MACON, Ga. — On the far east end of Cherry Street, you'll find a "very good taste" with some flavor from Little India. "Some like mild, some like medium, some like spicy," Anu Sharma said stirring a pot of lamb korma. He's been a chef for 22 years, previously...
McAlister’s Deli offering FREE tea July 18
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The beloved Southern casual chain, McAlister’s Deli is celebrating years of successful business in the Chattanooga region. Today, July 18, they are offering FREE tea to their customers. You can grab one of their famous sweet or unsweetened teas for free at any of...
Statewide program helps East Tennessee youth transition into adulthood
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A statewide program is helping young people in East Tennessee transition more easily into adulthood. Tennessee's Youth Employment Program pairs teenagers and young adults ages 14 to 24 with employers across different industries. The Knoxville Area Urban League (KAUL) is one of the many organizations participating...
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