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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.
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...
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...
Central Georgians frustrated after Bell Biv Devoe concert at Atrium Health Amphiteater canceled
MACON, Ga. — Fans looking forward to a night out at the Atrium Health Amphitheater this week are now headed to the Macon Coliseum. But instead of getting their concert tickets scanned, they are looking to exchange them. Cheryl Knight had two tickets in hand when arriving at the...
Bibb Sheriff's Office investigating shooting on Pio Nono Avenue
MACON, Ga. — A man was shot off of Pio Nono Avenue Thursday evening in Macon, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. They say it happened just after 7 p.m. in the 1300 block of Crawford Street. The man was then taken to the hospital by paramedics,...
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...
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