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Preparing for the School Year: Atrium Health Levine Children’s Offers Back-to-School Tips
As summer draws to a close, Atrium Health Levine Children’s Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital advises parents to prepare their children for the transition back to school. Dr. Yameika Head, clinical practice director of pediatrics at Atrium Health Navicent, emphasizes the importance of preparing children and families for the school year to ensure a smooth transition.
Victim ID’d after body found in Savannah River
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - A week after a body was found in the Savannah River, positive identification has been made. The Richmond County Coroner’s Office says 38-year-old Jermaine Pate from Georgiana, Ala., was identified as the victim. Pate’s body was found in the Savannah River early July 19.
‘Blindsided’ Suspended Superintendent of Jasper County speaks out
After four years on the job, the Jasper County Superintendent said that she found out that she was put on administrative leave through media coverage, not the board itself. The Jasper County Board of Education placed Rechel Anderson on leave last week and she says she doesn’t know why. “I would like to say that […]
Craft Axe Throwing of Albany holds pet food drive for Lee Co. Animal Shelter
NORTH ALBANY, Ga. – Craft Axe Throwing in north Albany is holding a pet supply drive through the end of the month of July with the goal of donating everything to the Lee County Animal Shelter. General Manager, Allison Cauley says they’re looking for unopened bags and cans of...
Dougherty County Election Board approves extended voting for presidential election
ALBANY – Dougherty County voting officials are looking to boost turnout for the 2024 presidential election with the addition of a Sunday date during the early voting period and extended hours on two days. The Dougherty County Board of Registration and Elections on Wednesday unanimously approved adding Oct. 7 to the voting calendar and extending voting hours to 7 p.m. on two Thursdays, Oct. 17 ...
One injured after shooting in Fort Valley
FORT VALLEY, Ga. — One person is hurt after a shooting in Fort Valley on Saturday, according to a press release from the Fort Valley Police Department. They say units responded to a home in the 1100 block of E. Church Street about someone with a gunshot wound. When...
Perry Players Theater presents a spotlight for local talent
PERRY – Perry Players Theater will once again present Late Night Perry on Saturday Aug. 3 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. The event offers an evening showcasing local talent at the theater. There will also be special seating arrangements made up of tables and single seating. Bodega Brew will have small bites available for purchase and Main Street Bar will have drinks available to purchase as well.
Governor confirms death of Georgia corrections board chairman in Wyoming plane crash
WYOMING, USA — Along with six others, the Georgia Department of Corrections Board chairman died in a plane crash in Wyoming on Friday, according to Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp. A statement by the governor also highlighted the three members of an Atlanta family gospel group, The Nelons, who died in the crash.
Georgia election board sets July 30 online meeting after state attorney general flagged last vote
The Georgia State Election Board will meet for the first time since several conservative board members advanced election rules at a meeting on July 12 that has come under fire for allegedly violating Georgia’s Open Meetings Act. According to the notice and agenda for the recently scheduled State Election Board’s virtual meeting on July 30, […]
Test results for Georgia schools rise again in 2024, remain below pre-pandemic outcomes
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia students showed progress on standardized tests given in the 2023-2024 school year, but it’s far from a quick rebound to pre-pandemic achievement levels as students in some grades and subjects aren’t showing a clear recovery. The Georgia Department of Education released the annual...
School funding decision leaves Georgia students uncertain on AP African American studies credit
On Tuesday, the state superintendent announced that the state would not fund the AP African American Studies course for more than 4,000 students. Then he reversed his decision.
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