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Construction Contract Awarded for Long Swamp Creek Rec Area
Cherokee County leaders have approved a $2 million construction contract to develop the planned Long Swamp Creek Recreation Area near Ball Ground. The Cherokee County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted July 16 to award a $2 million construction services agreement with Magnum Contracting, LLC, as well as a county-controlled contingency of $155,000, for the construction of the park. Magnum Contracting was the lowest bidder for the project. ...
Global computer outage impacting flights at Atlanta airport
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Reports of a massive computer outage is impacting people across the globe Friday morning, including us here at Atlanta News First. Microsoft users worldwide, including banks and airlines, reported widespread outages on Friday, hours after the technology company said it was gradually fixing an issue affecting access to Microsoft 365 apps and services.
Cold case murder: Who killed Princella Eppes?
In July 1990, Princella Eppes was shot and killed inside her apartment on North Highland Avenue. Thirty-four years later, her murder remains unsolved. Her family homes new billboard and a $10,000 reward will bring new attention the cold case.
DAT: Truckboard volumes slip in June after strong May showing
BEAVERTON, Ore.— According to DAT Freight & Analytics, spot truckload rates rose in June despite declines in the number of loads moved. “The month ended strong for dry van freight, with nearly 25% more volume moving during the final week of June compared to last year,” said DAT chief of analytics Ken Adamo. “While demand for trucking services entered July on a high note, we expect freight activity to ease during the summer. This remains a challenging market for freight carriers and brokers.”
Full schedule of events to celebrate the inauguration of Oglethorpe’s 18th president
This fall, the Oglethorpe community will come together to celebrate the inauguration of Dr. Kathryn McClymond as Oglethorpe University’s 18th president. Students, faculty, staff, alumni and community friends will have many opportunities to join in the festivities through a series of special events planned September 19-20, 2024, to commemorate the occasion.
Georgia Tech 2024 Position Preview Series, Cornerbacks: Will New Transfer Additions Improve the Yellow Jackets?
Georgia Tech has had a talented secondary for the past couple of seasons and I think that is the case again in 2024. They do have a question mark going into the
Anne Lofye named SVP, Corporate Services & Sustainability for Cox Enterprises
Cox Enterprises announced that Anne Lofye has been named senior vice president of Corporate Services & Sustainability, effective immediately. In this role, Lofye will lead a multi-functional team comprising Enterprise Security, Real Estate and Facilities Operations, Aviation Operations and Cox Conserves, the company's environmental sustainability program. She is responsible for planning and operationalizing long-term real estate, security, corporate services, aviation and sustainability strategies across the enterprise, while ensuring strong execution of ongoing efforts in these areas daily.
From underdogs to All-Stars: Braves Take Center Stage in Texas
ATLANTA – Every season, manager Brian Snitker holds a team meeting prior to the All-Star break. With a stack of envelopes in hand, it is one of Snitker’s favorite moments of the season. “Other than Christmas, it’s one of my favorite days,” Snitker said of handing out the...
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...
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...
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