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Ossoff: Congressional stock trading ban is ‘essential ethics reform’
(The Center Square) — A U.S. Senate committee's passage of a measure to ban stock trading by members of Congress is "essential ethics reform" and the first time such a piece of legislation has advanced, a federal lawmaker from Georgia said. The U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee passed a measure "built off of" one that U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, proposed: the Ending Trading and Holdings In Congressional Stocks — or ETHICS — Act. It bars members of Congress and their spouses...
Medicare tests payment plan for respite care costs so unpaid caregivers can 'take a break'
LISTEN: A new program is providing relief for family members and unpaid caregivers of Georgians living with dementia. GPB’s Ellen Eldridge has more on the program from Emory’s Integrated Memory Care practice and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Metro-Atlanta patients on Medicaid living with dementia may...
Health Officials Raising Concerns After 20 Cases Of Dengue Fever Confirmed In Georgia
Officials in the healthcare industry are expressing worry over a substantial surge in occurrences of dengue fever. At present, Georgia has reported a total of 20 cases, with the majority of them being in the metro Atlanta area. Healthcare providers are being warned by the Centers for Disease Control and...
2025 four-star safety Lagonza Hayward commits to Vols
2025 four-star safety prospect Lagonza Hayward committed to Tennessee on Saturday. The 6-foot-1, 200 pound safety is from Toombs County High School in Lyons, Georgia. Hayward ranks as the No. 94 overall prospect in the class of 2025. He also ranks as the No. 11 safety and No. 12 player in Georgia, according to 247Sports.
Community members in Savannah host silent march for Sonya Massey
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Democratic Socialists of America hosted a silent march Saturday that was sparked by the July 6 shooting of Sonya Massey in Illinois. WTOC was there to see how these community members feel in the wake of Massey’s death. Anger, frustration and sadness were...
Georgia Southern womens and mens tennis earns ITA academic honors
Georgia Southern women's tennis was named an Intercollegiate Tennis Association All-Academic Team honoree for the ninth straight year, while all nine Eagles earned individual ITA Scholar-Athlete honors, announced Monday by the organization. ITA All-Academic Teams are awarded to Division I schools that maintain a 3.20 GPA or better for the entire year, while ITA Scholar-Athletes must maintain a 3.50 GPA or better for the year. Georgia Southern women's tennis carried a department-best 3.82 GPA for the 2023-24 academic year, earning the All-Academic Team honor for the ninth straight year and 15th year overall. Individually, all nine Eagles on the roster earned ITA Scholar-Athlete...
Storm dumps nearly 4 inches of rain on Savannah area, causing another round of flooding
A thunderstorm Friday, fueled by lingering moisture in the atmosphere, dropped several inches of rain in a matter of hours on the Savannah area. For the third time in a little more than a week, motorists found themselves stranded when their cars stalled after being swamped by floodwaters. That included sections of highly...
Vietnam Veteran dedicates his retirement to uplifting Fort Stewart soldiers
HINESVILLE, Ga. — Luis Carreras is a Vietnam veteran who still devoting all his time to soldiers. Carreras had two options in life, both leading to public service. “My mom was so happy when I told her, 'I'm going to Vietnam', she said 'Well good, you're not a policeman' She thought it was better that I could go to Vietnam than to be a policeman in New York City.”
Tasting Statesboro: An evening of local culinary delights for a cause
On August 14th, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm, the community of Statesboro will come together for an unforgettable evening at the annual "Tasting Statesboro" event, hosted by the United Way of Southeast Georgia. This special fundraiser aims to support local charities, making a significant impact on our community. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample delicious dishes from over 30 of the area’s finest restaurants. The event promises a night filled with flavors and fun, all for a good cause. The funds raised during the event will directly benefit the following local charities: Action Pact American Red Cross Boys & Girls Club Bulloch Med Connection Child Advocacy Services SEGA Food...
Georgia Ports Authority Donates $50,000 to Wesley Community Centers of Savannah
The Georgia Ports Authority presented a check for $50,000 to the Wesley Community Centers of Savannah on July 26 and committed an additional $100,000 over the next two years. This funding will support the renovation and reopening of the Wesley Early Childhood Education Center, which provides early learning opportunities for children from infancy to age four.
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