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Ossoff, state leaders encourage governor to accept federal funds
ATLANTA — For months, Gov. Brian Kemp has faced backlash for refusing tens of millions of dollars to help Georgia children and their families afford lunch during the summer months. U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff is calling on the governor to change course and accept federal funds to ensure Georgia children don’t go hungry. This week, Ossoff and members of Georgia’s Congressional Delegation urged Kemp to reverse course and apply for next year’s program so that Georgia children don’t go hungry and can receive meals during...
Crisp County Board of Commissioners approves key measures in August meeting
By Sarah Brown – Managing Editor The Crisp County Board of Commissioners held it’s regular meeting on August 13, 2024, at the Crisp County Government Center. The meeting, presided over by Chairman James R. Dowdy, III, included a series of important decisions and updates that will impact the county’s development and services. LMIG Projects Approved […] The post Crisp County Board of Commissioners approves key measures in August meeting appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Goodwill of Middle Georgia to celebrate National Thrift Day with red tag deals
MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — Goodwill of Middle Georgia will celebrate National Thrift Shop Day with special deals. On August 16 and August 17, Goodwill of Middle Georgia will host a two-day appreciation event at all of its 18 retail stores to celebrate National Thrift Shop Day. Here are the...
GSW freshmen selected for prestigious President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program
Press release from Georgia Southwestern State University AMERICUS (August 8, 2024) — Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) has named 19 freshmen to the President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program, established to honor the legacy of GSW alumnus and former U.S. President Jimmy Carter. These students are the sixth cohort to enter the program since its creation in 2019. […] The post GSW freshmen selected for prestigious President Jimmy Carter Leadership Program appeared first on Americus Times-Recorder.
Chick-fil-A brings back 'best-selling seasonal offering' after a short hiatus
MACON, Ga. — Chick-fil-A announced a fan-favorite seasonal menu item from just one fall ago will be back on the menu starting later this month: the Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich. Starting Aug. 26, the original Honey Pepper Pimento Sandwich will be back on the menu along with a...
Georgia’s most affordable school for dyslexia opens in Macon
MACON, Ga. (WPGA) - Georgia’s most affordable school for dyslexia starts the new school year in Macon. Roberts Academy at Mercer University serves second through fifth grades. The Roberts Academy teaches a comprehensive curriculum using the Orton-Gillingham Approach. That is an evidence-based teaching style to help students with dyslexia....
Woman arrested, charged with involuntary manslaughter
BARNWELL, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - An investigation led by Barnwell County Sheriffs Office has led to a woman facing an involuntary manslaughter charge. Deputies say the death of Rusty Peeples led to the arrest. Just four days into the school year, weapons were found at two Augusta schools, according to the...
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