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Artificial intelligence to affect broad range of public services
ATLANTA – Georgia lawmakers may or may not develop legislation this summer and fall to establish state standards for regulating emerging artificial intelligence (AI) technology. But one certainty that became clear from the inaugural hearing of a state Senate study committee late last month is that AI will dramatically affect a wide range of government policy areas, from economic development to health care, education, public safety and transportation. “It’s going...
Plant Vogtle Update: Further Behind Schedule, Still Billions Over Budget
Georgia Power customers and taxpayers have been helping foot the bill for the expansion project at Plant Vogtle, which is billions of dollars over budget and years behind schedule. The state’s largest utility is building two new nuclear reactors at the facility south of Augusta. It's a massive project, the...
Annual “Cars on the Burn” at Bethesda Academy
Mark your calendars for this Saturday July 6th for the annual Savannah Cars & Coffee Bethesda Academy Benefit. Stroll the magnificent grounds of Bethesda Academy and celebrate the Low Country’s car culture. Last year, almost 200 unique cars, trucks, and motorcycles were on display. Your $20 donation funds Bethesday Academy scholarships. 2023 raised $26,000 with every dollar going to Bethesda Academy Scholarships.
Behind the scenes with the U.S. Army Silver Wings Parachute Team
FORT MOORE, Ga. (WRBL) — As a crowd gathered on the ground, soldiers waited in the sky. The members of the Silver Wings Parachute Team, based at Fort Moore, often perform jumps in recognition of special occasions – in this case, Independence Day. “What I like most about this team is that we get to […]
Timber Industry Pushes More Biomass Power
If there’s one thing Georgia has a ton of — actually a billion tons — it’s trees. The state leads the country in acres of private timberland and volume of timber harvested. Some in the timber industry think we should turn more of that wood into electricity.
Daniette Thomas presents Summer Style Trends
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Fashion expert and designer Daniette Thomas joined us on Morning Break to show us some summer style trends!. You can check out similar summer styles using her Amazon Storefront here. For a look at all her styles, click here.
Georgia to expand all-terrain wheelchair program to 20 chairs, increase access to state parks
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources announced at the end of June that it expanded its Outdoors Beyond Barriers program, nearly doubling the number of all-terrain wheelchairs it had across the state.
Baby Season Is Busy Season For Wildlife Rehabilitators
It’s springtime in Georgia. The weather is warming, gardens are blooming and animals, well, they’re having babies. Lots and lots of babies. Sometimes, those babies need help. “It’s going to be non-stop this month,” wildlife rehabilitator Kim Wright said. She lives in the city of Byron.
Georgia Southern professor awarded Fulbright Specialist Award
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - It’s a profound award giving a Georgia Southern professor the opportunity to help children with dyslexia and related learning disabilities in Malaysia. The U.S. Department of State and Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board awarded this once in a lifetime opportunity to Dr. Karin Fisher.
WTOC July 4th Taste Test: Beef vs. Vegan Hot Dogs
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - Since 1916, we’ve celebrated America’s birthday with the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. For the last 17 years, Joey Chestnut dominated the field, becoming a 16-time champion. But this year, Chestnut was absent from the competition due to his sponsorship from Impossible Foods, whose vegan hot dog is a competitor to Nathan’s.
Savannah Children's Theatre Encore! brings 'Jekyll & Hyde' The Musical to the stage
The Savannah Children's Theatre (SCT) steps into a new era with the launch of its latest initiative, SCT Encore! This bold program is tailored for teens and young adults, offering them the chance to engage with more mature themes in theater, fostering both their artistic and personal development. This summer, SCT Encore! debuts with the musical phenomenon, "Jekyll & Hyde," promising an enthralling experience for both performers and audience members alike. ...
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