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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...
U.S. Sec. of Education Miguel Cardona touts student debt relief, HBCU funding during Atlanta visit
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona was in Atlanta Wednesday, meeting with the heads of several of the state’s historically Black colleges and universities. He also spoke with students who’ve recently benefited from debt relief from the Biden administration, and met with others to learn more about how to support women of color in higher […] The post U.S. Sec. of Education Miguel Cardona touts student debt relief, HBCU funding during Atlanta visit appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
Consumer groups say lawmakers violated state constitution
(The Center Square) – Georgia consumer groups have filed a federal lawsuit against the state, saying lawmakers violated the state’s constitution by passing legislation that delays Georgia Public Service Commission elections. Georgia-based attorneys Bryan Sells and Lester Tate filed the lawsuit on behalf of the Georgia WAND Education Fund, the Georgia Conservation Voters and Brionté […]
CRBI Director: Hammond Ash Pond A 'Recipe For Disaster'
The Atlanta-based Southern Environmental Law Center is asking the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to revoke a permit the state issued last year for a coal ash pond closure project at Plant Hammond. According to the SELC, the permit issued last fall by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division allows toxic coal ash to remain in contact with groundwater at the Georgia Power plant near Rome in violation of a federal rule adopted in 2015. ...
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