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Environmentalists press EPA to force Georgia Power to follow federal rules for coal ash cleanup
Several Georgia environmental organizations are pressing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to enforce national standards that would prevent Georgia Power from disposing of coal ash waste in a way that pollutes groundwater. The Southern Environmental Law Center requested this week that the EPA revoke the Georgia Environmental Protection Division’s state coal ash residuals program that’s […] The post Environmentalists press EPA to force Georgia Power to follow federal rules for coal ash cleanup appeared first on Georgia Recorder.
Trump leads Biden in Georgia in first major poll after assassination attempt
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A new poll released Thursday shows Donald Trump — only hours away from headlining the GOP convention’s final night — leading President Joe Biden in all seven potential battleground states, including Georgia. The Emerson College poll is the first large-scale presidential...
AJC Covers Georgia Chamber Foundation and Emory University AI Program
(AJC) – Sukari Johnson showed up to a Henry County Parks & Recreation classroom looking for ways to use artificial intelligence to boost her small business. She’d like to automate some of her email tasks so that she can quickly respond to customers who contact her travel and events company. At a nearby desk, a real estate agent wondered about using AI programs to enhance images. Both came to the small class hosted by Emory University’s Center for AI Learning for a better understanding of the emerging technology.
Is Prime Day a hazard to Amazon warehouse workers in the CSRA?
APPLING, Ga. - While online shoppers are grabbing deals on Amazon Prime Day, the company’s warehouse workers like those in the CSRA are more likely to get injured, according to the findings of a U.S. Senate investigation. The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions found Amazon’s warehouses...
What’s Brewing - Splish Splash Summer Festival
THOMASVILLE, Ga. (WCTV) - Here’s what’s brewing in Thomasville!. The 3rd annual Splish Splash Summer Festival is set to take place this weekend. The festival will have free school supplies, food, live entertainment, vendors and a water slide in attendance for kids. Admission is free. For those interested...
Albany State takes first place in NASA University Design Challenge
ALBANY – Albany State University computer science students claimed first place in the recent NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) University Design Challenge. The award was announced at NASA Headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. The ASU team, comprising Shamar Swift, Valeria Mendez Bonilla, Ky’uan Wright and Anthony Strachan, demonstrated tireless skill and dedication throughout the ...
Pregnant Georgia girl, 16, found dead by roadside as ex-boyfriend charged with lying to police
Georgia police are investigating the death of a pregnant 16-year-old girl, identified as Mia Campos. According to the Gwinnett County police department, the teenager's body was found around 1 a.m. on Monday, July 1 when officers were called to a residential area in Loganville. Her death has been ruled a homicide.
UPDATE: Warrant added to 2024 Georgia National Fair concert lineup
UPDATE (7/17/24): The Georgia National Fair announced a fifth act for its 2024 concert lineup on Wednesday. “Calling all rock music fans!” the fair stated in a post on Facebook. “The legendary rock band Warrant is performing on Tuesday, October 8th at 7:30 PM! Join us at the Georgia National Stage for a magical night of high-energy performances and classic hits that will blow you away.”
Cairo native Karisma Brown embarks on country music career after military service
ATLANTA - Karisma Brown is an Air Force veteran turned up-and-coming country music singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Cairo, Georgia, Brown did not grow up dreaming of a singing career. But after five years of what she describes as a great experience in the military, she decided it was time for a change.
New library annex opens inside Macon Mall
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — The Middle Georgia Regional Library has opened its newest branch: an annex inside the Macon Mall. The mall, located on Eisenhower Parkway, has become a one-stop shop for several Macon-Bibb County services and government offices. Middle Georgia Regional Library leaders say they are placing a focus on improving library access to residents in West Macon, which has been limited due to the closing of the Thomaston Road location in 2018.
Emory University and Emory St. Joseph hospitals in Atlanta rank highest in Georgia
Emory University Hospital and Emory Saint Joseph are Georgia’s No. 1 and 2 hospitals, according to new rankings from U.S. News & World Report. Emory University Hospital was also nationally ranked for their cancer care. U.S. News offers rankings and ratings in three dozen different health care services, including...
FEMA funds $19 million project for life-saving equipment in critical facilities in Georgia
The grant is funded by FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), which encourages states and local governments to help communities develop projects that prevent, eliminate or reduce disaster-related damage.
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