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Calls for GA State Election Board to pause future rule changes ahead of 2024 presidential election
The Georgia Association of Voter Registration and Election Officials (GAVREO) is asking the State Election Board "to halt implementation of additional SEB election rules" that would go into effect as Election Day approaches.
Legislators hear pros, cons of semesters vs. quarters in university system
Georgia lawmakers heard arguments for and against the University System of Georgia's current semester system compared to the quarter system the state's public colleges and universities used until 1999, with the semester system providing more opportunities for students to take courses and enter the workforce. The post Legislators hear pros, cons of semesters vs. quarters in university system appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta.
AT&T workers across Georgia strike over contract negotiations
ATLANTA - More than 17,000 AT&T workers in Georgia and across the Southeast are on strike after accusing the company of unfair labor practices during contract negotiations this summer. The Communications Workers of America — the union representing the striking employees — said workers walked off the job Friday in...
Georgia man charged with stealing air conditioner from church
WALKER COUNTY, Ga. — A 45-year-old man faces charges in both Georgia and Tennessee after authorities say he stole an air conditioning unit from a church along with a truck. Deputies in Walker County stopped William Michael Crawley on Sunday after he was spotted driving a truck stolen out of Hamilton County, according to Walker County Sheriff Steve Wilson.
State-of-the-art simulation lab now open to nursing students at South Georgia State College
Memorial Satilla Health and South Georgia State College have announced the grand opening of a new state-of-the-art Simulation Lab dedicated to advancing the training and education of nursing students.
JR Trippe Cross Country brings home 2 Champions
The Chiefs Cross Country teams traveled to Jeff Davis for their season opener and crowned 2 individual champions. 6th grade Ginny Meredith debuted her first meet as a Chief and it was a big one. Ginny placed first in her 2 mile race with a time of 12:36 and a significant personal best. 8th grader Wyatt Vassey also dominated the competition by running an all time personal best in his 2 mile race with at time of 11:58. Ella Allen placed 8th for the Ladies' team running a time of 14.34.
Kalen DeLoach’s parents relish opportunity to see their son live out his dream
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (WSAV) — Every high school football player dreams of playing in the NFL. Savannah native Kalen DeLoach, is beating the odds and living out his dream. This is not just an exciting time for the player, but for his parents Rob and Ivy as well WSAV caught with them at the game in […]
N.C. woman, who once lived in Savannah, dies after going on a Vodou retreat in Haiti.
A North Carolina man is asking for answers after his mom died while on a Vodou retreat in Haiti. Dana Jackson, 51, wanted to become a Manbo priestess. A Manbo priestess “is a female ritual specialist in the Haitian Vodou tradition. Like her male counterpart, the oungan (or houngan), she performs ceremonies, initiations, healings, and divinations,” according...
How will Tuesday's election results change the Duval County School Board?
How will Tuesday’s election change the Duval County School Board? It might make sense to let the winners be sworn in (that happens Nov. 19) before answering, but opinions were taking flight within hours of the polls closing. Here are a few takeaways from the results. ...
JFRD: Delays expected due to fuel spill from traffic accident near Baymeadows Rd., Philips Highway
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) has issued a warning to drivers to expect delays near the intersection of Baymeadows Road and Philips Highway on Wednesday morning due to a traffic accident that resulted in a fuel spill.
Top takeaways from election night in Florida, Alaska, and Wyoming
Incumbent Republicans came out on top on Tuesday after several GOP lawmakers beat back their primary challengers — though for some of them, the fight is not over as they face more challenging contests in November against strong Democratic candidates. Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) defeated a Kevin McCarthy-backed challenger, the latest episode in their feud […]
Jacksonville Fire and Rescue mourns loss of beloved firefighter following cancer battle
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department announced the passing of one of its engineers on Tuesday. Ian M. Church served with JFRD since Feb. 20, 2021, and was recently promoted to Engineer in June. Church passed away suddenly due to a courageous battle with cancer, according to a GoFundMe post.
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