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Audit Underway for Northwest Georgia Housing Authority
The new director of the Northwest Georgia Housing Authority has brought in an outside accountant to begin sorting out finances within the agency. During the authority’s meeting Wednesday morning, board member Billy Cooper mentioned that at the end of the last meeting former executive director Sandra Hudson expressed some concern for the authority’s financial stability. Authority Executive Director Justin Jones wouldn’t elaborate on the organization’s finances Wednesday, but did acknowledge...
Free Chapel Church Leans In on EAW
Gainesville, GA (July 24, 2024)—Free Chapel Church, a contemporary Christian congregation based in Gainesville, Georgia, has been updating the audio systems in many of its worship facilities, including its main campus, and increasingly outlying spaces as well. The Gainesville main campus has a sizable EAW setup, including Anya ADAPTive...
From one box to another: Criminal history questions on Georgia job applications
ATLANTA — Applying for a job can be tough as the competition for a role is fierce, with every person trying to stand out. For some applicants, they’re worried that checking a single box could be all the potential employer is judging them on. This is the reality...
Student literacy rates in Georgia continue to lag post pandemic
MACON, Ga. — Juaquin Quijano makes memories with his two kids at the library. "I used to like to come to the library with my mom, so you get to pass that on to the next generation and they love it just as much," he said. For them, reading...
UGA leads several Georgia universities in liquor law arrests since 2020—And by a wide margin
The University of Georgia has recorded the highest number of liquor law violation arrests combined over a three year span compared to several other major universities in the state. According to the most recently released Clery reports, UGA had a total of 193 arrests for liquor law violations from 2020 to 2022, significantly outpacing its peers. ...
Missing in Georgia: Police searching for teenage girl not seen in several days
COLUMBUS, Ga. — Above video: Your Thursday headlines. Police in Georgia need your help finding a missing teenager. Adrian Black, 17, was reported missing Monday. According to the Columbus Police Department, she was last spotted on the 4000 block of Harbin Street around 11 p.m. Sunday. She has brown...
These 2 Big Lots locations in Georgia will soon be closing
Two Georgia Big Lots locations will be closing soon, according to the discount retailer's website. The store at 13051 Abercorn Street in Savannah and 687 Main Street in Thomson will soon close their doors for good. A final closing date is not yet known. ...
Gov. Kemp confirms another huge investment in Georgia, $28 million project to provide 130 new jobs
Atlanta, Georgia – Ritz Instrument Transformers has announced a $28 million investment in a new facility in Waynesboro, therefore boosting Georgia’s manufacturing economy and likely generating 130 new jobs. This development comes as Governor Brian Kemp leads a trade mission in Italy, highlighting Georgia’s growing appeal to international businesses.
Mary Joy Moosman Foundation hosts lemonade stands on July 27 for Arnold’s recovery
When life gives you lemons, you start a lemonade stand. Mary Joy’s Lemonade stands will be spread around the Southeast on Saturday, July 27. The Mary Joy Moosman Foundation will be putting on four lemonade stands to raise funds for Hadilee Arnold’s recovery. Moosman, the namesake of the foundation, and Arnold were two of the […] The post Mary Joy Moosman Foundation hosts lemonade stands on July 27 for Arnold’s recovery appeared first on LaGrange Daily News.
Cherokee County Man Charged with Murder
Cherokee County -- July 25, 2024: Cherokee County Sheriff's Office: Cherokee County Communications Center. received a 911 call in reference to a vehicle in the roadway off of Walker Road in Murphy, North Carolina. Upon arrival, Cherokee County Sheriff’s Deputies began to search for the owner of the vehicle, Melissa Marcum. After a search of the area, deputies located Melissa Marcum deceased nearby.
Casting Call for July 24, 2024: Extra and acting roles in metro Atlanta
ATLANTA - Atlanta movie and TV productions are looking to cast roles in the next few weeks, and entertainment insider Tess Hammock has the scoop. Here are the productions Hammock shared on Good Day Atlanta that are looking for on-screen and behind-the-scenes talent. Background/Extras:. 1. Mercedes-Benz is casting a new...
Braves make several roster moves after Game 1 of doubleheader with Reds
Following yet another frustrating loss for the Braves to begin the second half of the season, the club announced several roster moves. For the most part, these moves are pretty inconsequential, especially with the trade deadline looming. A lot of the guys on the current active roster probably won’t even be in the organization by the end of next week.
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