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Audit: Georgia agencies should improve prepaid card vendor monitoring
(The Center Square) – Georgia’s Department of Human Services and Department of Labor should improve their monitoring systems for prepaid card vendors, a new state audit concluded. The findings are from the Georgia Department of Audits & Accounts, which “found neither agency sufficiently monitored its vendor to ensure performance met contractual expectations.” “While its contract includes specific performance standards, DHS has not ensured the vendor addressed deficiencies when they occurred,”...
Poll shows strong opposition to mining near Okefenokee Swamp
A new poll shows overwhelming public opposition to an Alabama company’s plans to mine titanium near the Okefenokee Swamp. The survey of 600 Georgia voters, conducted last week by Washington, D.C.-based Hart Research Associates, found widespread bipartisan opposition to issuing state permits to Twin Pines Minerals for the project. More than nine of 10 poll respondents said it is important to protect the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and its wildlife...
Georgia Blue-Ribbon committee holds first meeting to look into state professional licensing issues
MACON, Ga. — On Wednesday, a Georgia Blue-Ribbon Committee investigating ongoing licensing issues held its first meeting. 11Alive was the only Atlanta news organization that traveled to Macon for the meeting, which was held on Middle Georgia State University’s campus. Georgia’s Lt. Gov. Burt Jones formed the joint...
South Georgia sees decrease in drug-related deaths, leaders still warn of lacing risks
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The use of illegal drugs can pose a problem for many families and communities, but officials here in Albany have seen a major decrease in drug-related deaths in 2024 alone. Methamphetamine and fentanyl are the most prevalent illegal drugs in Albany. Dougherty County Coroner Micheal Fowler...
Recall issued for tainted salmon sold in Georgia, South Carolina
ATLANTA, Ga. - Check your refrigerator’s supply of smoked fish. Foppen Seafood is recalling its Smoked Norwegian Salmon Slices because of possible listeria contamination. The recall affects the 8.1 oz. “toast sized” cuts sold at Kroger and Payless grocery stores in 15 states – including Georgia and South Carolina.
Will This Summer’s Heat Wave Lead to an Insect Invasion in Georgia?
Georgia is predicted to have a warmer summer than average with much more rainfall, leading to a significant increase in insect activity. 🦟 The Details: Following a recent heatwave, meteorologists are warning of extreme weather across most of the continental U.S. for the summer of 2024. This includes heatwaves, storms, floods, and tornadoes.
Georgia Today: Pres. campaigners arrive in ATL; "40 Acres and a Lie"; Legal cannabis in Georgia
On the Wednesday June 26th edition of Georgia Today: Campaigners for President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump arrive in Atlanta ahead of the planned first presidential debate tomorrow; A new investigative report profiles the living descendants of enslaved people for whom the US government's promise of land was fulfilled; And what is the future of legal access to cannabis in Georgia?
February Murder Suspect Apprehended in Georgia
The Bristol County District Attorney’s Office has announced that a suspect in a fatal shooting this past February is in custody in Georgia. From the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office. A 32-year-old Fall River man indicted in May for the February 2024 shooting homicide of Joshua Medieros was...
State senators launch bid to regulate AI
ATLANTA — A Georgia Senate study committee Wednesday set a broad framework for determining how the state should regulate emerging artificial intelligence technology to protect the public without stifling innovation. “(AI) will literally cure cancer,” Sen. John Albers, R-Roswell, the study committee’s chairman, said during the panel’s first meeting. “However, it also has the propensity to do great harm. … It’s going to impact and change things like never before.” ...
Hungry Georgia kids now have another way to find meals this summer
A program of the US Department of Agriculture aimed at stemming child hunger during the summer school break has officially begun in Georgia. The program called Happy Helpings serves meals at parks, recreation centers and places like Buck Melton Boys and Girls Club in Macon, where the program had a formal Summer 2024 kickoff.
Police in Georgia find over 70 grams of Ecstasy after man reportedly shoots hotel room window
VALDOSTA, Ga. — Above video: Your Wednesday headlines. Police in Georgia say they've seized more than 70 grams of Ecstasy after a man reportedly shot out the window of his hotel room. According to the Valdosta Police Department, officers responded Monday shortly after 6 a.m. to a Hampton Inn...
Southwest Ga. vet sees rise in pet heat stokes
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - As the heat wave continues to move through South Georgia, it’s important to keep an extra eye out on our furry friends. Dr. Paige Thomas is a Veterinarian with Bush Animal Clinic in Albany. She says that just in the past week they have seen a spike in heat stroke pets coming into their clinic. Now they just want everyone to be aware of the warning signs before it’s too late.
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