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Where to Fish in Georgia
Did you know the state of Georgia has 11 Public Fishing Areas that are a top choice for fishing enthusiasts?. These areas not only provide excellent fishing but also offer activities for the entire family. “Our fisheries staff takes great pride in managing these locations for the enjoyment of anglers...
List | Participating Dairy Queen locations ahead of Miracle Treat Day
MACON, Ga. — Nothing satisfies more on a hot day than a nice, cold serving of ice cream. It’s a chilling and refreshing way to beat the heat during the sweltering summer heat. But on Thursday, Dairy Queens across Central Georgia are helping kids beat cancer as part...
Detect and protect: Expert tips to identify and control poison ivy
ATHENS -- If you spend time outdoors, you've probably come across the persistent and noxious plant known as poison ivy. It is infamous for causing allergic reactions in up to 50 million Americans annually, according to the American Skin Association. To manage it effectively and safely, it's important to understand its traits and use the right control methods to deal with this troublesome plant. In his University of Georgia Cooperative Extension publication “Controlling Poison Ivy in the Landscape,” College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences horticulturist...
Layne’s Chicken Fingers Coming to Georgia With New 18-Unit Deal
July 22, 2024 // Franchising.com // ATLANTA, GA — Layne's Chicken Fingers is coming to Georgia. It built a name for itself in its hometown of College Station, Texas, with its laid-back guest experience and some of the crispiest chicken tenders in the state. Now, it has signed an 18-unit deal with Alvin Shah, Shahid Panjwani, and Seth Bickle. The first location is anticipated to open in Roswell this October at 2000 Holcomb Bridge Rd.
Legends of Georgia Radio HOF To Welcome Spriggs
Atlanta radio programmer Pete Spriggs will be among this year’s inductees to the Legends of Georgia Radio Hall of Fame. He commented to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Rodney Ho, “It’s really great to be recognized with so many fantastic broadcasters. It was a blessing to have Cox Radio hand me the keys [to Atlanta news/talk WSB-AM] to work beside such great talent. We all accomplished some great things together.” Spriggs took over as program director of WSB-AM in 2000 and served as director of branding and programming. WSB-AM was the top billing radio station in America for four consecutive years. In 2010, Spriggs managed the addition of an FM signal (WSBB) and the departure of Neal Boortz, as well as bringing in new talent such as Herman Cain, Erick Erickson, Eric Von Haessler, and Mark Arum. The station also acquired Rush Limbaugh from cross-town rival WGST. WSB-AM earned multiple Marconi Awards,
$5.5 Million Earmarked for Upgrades to Middle Georgia Airports to Fuel Economic Growth
Flight paths for economic advancement in Middle Georgia are set to broaden, as the Georgia Department of Transportation has earmarked $5.5 million for upgrades to the region's airports. This cash injection, as outlined by the Georgia General Assembly, aims to elevate the operational and safety facets of airports including Middle Georgia Regional Airport, Thomaston-Upson County Airport, and Perry-Houston County Airport.
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