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3 arrested, 1 on the run after argument ends with shooting in north GA
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Georgia authorities looking for suspect after officer-involved shooting in Toccoa
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PTC’s Tuggle Named AGC Georgia Board President
Peachtree City resident Joe Tuggle, president of PTC-based Tuggle Construction, was recently elected chapter president of the Associated General Contractors of Georgia. Tuggle, a general contractor in the industrial and commercial markets, has been active with ACG Georgia since 1990. He reportedly has contributed to various committees and task forces, advocating for workforce development, and previously spearheading the Central Georgia Skills Challege for Georgia high school students.
Michael Thurmond holds book signing for "James Oglethorpe, Father of Georgia"
A work 24-plus years in the making that offers a refreshing take on Georgia’s founder had its local formal presentation on Saturday, June 29 at Savannah’s Hyatt Regency. Historian and DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond held a book signing and discussion with Q&A of his latest,. “James Oglethorpe,...
Move over, Michigan: Georgia now leads in building next-generation cars
Since the first Ford Model T rolled off the assembly line in 1908, Detroit has been synonymous with the American automotive industry. But in the age of the electric vehicle, amid a renaissance in domestic manufacturing, Georgia is quietly but confidently emerging as the undisputed national leader in the electrifying auto sector. It sounds like […] The post Move over, Michigan: Georgia now leads in building next-generation cars appeared first on Georgia Recorder.
Georgia lawmakers look to open jobs to more workers who need license to work
April Williams was eager to resume her nursing career when she applied this year with a Georgia agency for a license that is required for 30% of the American workforce. After initially forgetting to provide her graduate school transcript, the Byron resident resubmitted her paperwork several other times. However, after several weeks of waiting, she […] The post Georgia lawmakers look to open jobs to more workers who need license to work appeared first on Georgia Recorder.
The Georgia Chronicles: The Saga of The Georgia State Flag
The state flag of Georgia has undergone multiple transformations since its inception, each change reflecting the state’s shifting political and social landscape. The story of Georgia’s flag is one marked by controversy, public outcry, and legislative battles, culminating in two significant redesigns in the early 2000s. Early Designs.
Trump immunity ruling could shatter Georgia RICO case
The Supreme Court‘s ruling this week that presidents have some immunity from criminal prosecution came in response to arguments Donald Trump made about his case in Washington, D.C., but the decision could also dramatically affect the former president’s case in Georgia. The high court ruled that a lower court judge will have to sift through Trump’s federal election interference […]
MPD Asst. Police Chief still lives in Georgia nearly 3 years after hiring
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Assistant Memphis Police Chief Shawn Jones still lives in Georgia, according to MPD. Memphis police released the following statement to Action News 5:. Shawn Jones’ primary residence is still in the state of Georgia. Tennessee state law does not permit restrictions on the residency of first responders.
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