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How Will Rome Address Homelessness Issue? What We Know
A decades-long discussion about how best to address the issue of homelessness in Rome was revived Wednesday. Talks restarted at a meeting on homelessness comprised of city, county and state officials, law enforcement, nonprofits as well as healthcare organizations Wednesday afternoon. “This is only a conversation,” Rome Mayor Craig McDaniel said. “But it’s a conversation that every community on the planet is having.” ...
Kennesaw Parks & Recreation Donates 1,500 School Supplies to Students
Kennesaw Parks & Recreation donated over 1,500 pieces of school supplies at the Back 2 School Jam on July 13 to support local students preparing for the upcoming school year. The supplies included book bags, pencils, pens and glue sticks. Kennesaw Parks & Recreation provided school supplies for 300 families in the community. In addition to providing essential school supplies, the event offered various health screenings to local students such as general health, postural and vision screenings. Parents had the chance to connect with local organizations that offer support throughout the school year and access to a variety of vendors providing services at no charge. The Back 2 School Jam featured face painting, inflatables and jewelry making. It also presented an exclusive opportunity for early registration for the next season of Kennesaw Hoops Youth Basketball. Resident registration will open on Aug. 5 and non-resident registration will open on Aug. 12.
Treasure hunters: Augusta-area retail chain selling top-shelf overstock items by truckload
Bargain-hunters, take note. New bin stores in Augusta are offering customers the chance to buy merchandise in bulk like the overstock liquidation stores do. Michael and Jen Prendamano run The Bin Store, a growing chain of overtstock outlets with locations in North Augusta, 401 W. Martintown Rd., and West Columbia, S.C., 2814 Augusta Rd.
New details on $1.5 billion transportation infrastructure investment across Georgia
GEORGIA (WRBL) — Gov. Brian Kemp announced new details on Thursday about the $1.5 billion investment in transportation infrastructure across Georgia. The funding, which is included in the “Amended Fiscal Year 2024” budget, intends to help with advancing various transportation projects as well as future expansions. The investment was first announced during the 2024 Legislative […]
Atlanta Braves announce new Truist Park expansions for 2025 season
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Atlanta Braves have announced new seating expansions as part of its on going plans to enhance the experience of attendees. The planned expansions include a new seating area called “The Bullpen” and an increase in seating for the “Coors Light Chop House Seating” area. The Braves say those seated in […]
Small business owners impacted by the water crisis can apply for a low-interest loan in these 11 Georgia counties
GEORGIA, USA — A low-interest loan is now available to businesses impacted by the Atlanta water main break crisis. The Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency announced the new option on Wednesday. City of Atlanta officials previously reported the outage impacted 6,900 small businesses. Businesses in Atlanta had...
WALB Investigates: How safe is the Flint River?
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - It’s a scary reality, 10 people drown every day in the U.S. That’s according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In South Georgia, the dangers of drowning seem even more prevalent with major river channels and bodies of water scattered throughout our region.
Lindenmeyr Munroe Expands Distribution Operations into Georgia Market
ATLANTA — Lindenmeyr Munroe, a leading independent paper, packaging, wide format and facility solutions provider across North America, on Monday announced plans to expand operations into the Georgia market with an Atlanta-based distribution facility. The move into Georgia is supported with a fully stocked warehouse in Lithia Springs. Additional...
Next year, homeless voters in Georgia may have to travel miles to get election mail
A new Georgia law changes where homeless voters can get their election mail, requiring them to visit their county’s main elections office. Those who say they’re concerned about election fraud, however, argue the mailing address requirement for homeless people protects them from those who may try to steal their votes.
Georgia on this brand’s mind with latest opening
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. — BrandsMart USA, part of The Aaron’s Company, announced the grand opening of its newest store in Kennesaw, Ga. Located at 840 Ernest W. Barrett Parkway at Cobb Place Shopping Center, the retailer carries furniture, housewares, appliances, electronics and more. A grand opening will take place on July 20.
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