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Former Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal pens children’s book in honor of late wife
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Most people know Nathan Deal as Georgia’s former governor. But he’s now also the author of a brand-new children’s book!. Deal came to Atlanta News First to talk about “Veto, the Governor’s Cat.” He said he wrote the book in honor of his late wife, Sandra Deal, who was a teacher passionate about childhood literacy. Part of the book’s proceeds will go toward The Deal Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to criminal justice reform and bolstering education.
Tracking a comfortable cooldown for Southeast Georgia, Lowcountry...plus the latest on Ernesto
A comfortable cooldown is in the forecast for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry. Temperatures out the door on Friday will start in the 60s for inland locations and low to mid 70s at the coast. The pleasant temperatures will be enhanced by lower humidity. If Savannah drops below 70° it...
Local swimmers shine in 2024 Georgia Swimming State Competitions
Four athletes from the Southern Eagle Aquatics swim club team competed in the annual Georgia Swimming 14 and under Age Group State Championship meet, held July 19-21 at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, GA. One athlete also competed in the Senior State Long Course Championship meet, held July 26-28 in Athens, GA. Together they represented Statesboro among the top swimmers from around the state of Georgia. Davine Chen, 10, achieved state qualifying times and competed in four events: Girls 50M Free, 50M Breast, 100M Breast, and 100M Free. She earned a personal best time in the 50M Free (36.61). Easton Moore, 10, achieved state qualifying times and competed in...
Georgia Issues 221K Non-Resident Fishing Licenses Each Year
Fishing is a classic outdoor pastime for many Americans, and its growing popularity has led to a trending sector within the tourism industry known as fishing tourism. While many enjoy afternoons fishing at local ponds, rivers, and lakes near their home, amateur and professional anglers alike increasingly travel to top fishing destinations across the country, boasting picturesque views and potential for impressive catches. In most cases, travelers must obtain a non-resident fishing license to go fishing out-of-state. These licenses are usually sold by the state’s...
Environmental groups seeking delay in Georgia Power turbines project
ATLANTA — Lawyers for environmental groups made a final plea to Georgia energy regulators Thursday to delay Georgia Power’s plan to build three new “dual-fuel” turbines at Plant Yates near Newnan. The Atlanta-based utility is seeking certification from the state Public Service Commission to build the new turbines, which would run mostly on natural gas but switch to ultra low-sulfur diesel fuel when and if gas is unavailable, typically on cold winter mornings. ...
Photo gallery: Georgia's newest commit Jontae Gilbert shines in opener
Dawgs247's first game stop of the fall was to see Georgia's newest commitment Jontae Gilbert. The Douglass (Ga.) cornerback does it all for his high school — defense, offense, special teams. You can read more about the scouting breakdown here. Below you can also check out what Georgia's newest...
All-clear given at Georgia Capitol after building evacuated due to email threat
ATLANTA — Georgia's Capitol building was evacuated on Thursday afternoon due to an email threat, according to a text alert that went out. An all-clear was given shortly after 3:30 p.m. after the threat was found to be unsubstantiated. 11Alive's Doug Richards confirmed the email went to numerous people...
Gateway85 CID Executive Director, Emory Morsberger, and Board Member, Mike Reams, Named to the Top 200 Most Influential of Georgia’s Creative Industries
Gateway85 CID Executive Director, Emory Morsberger, and Board Member, Mike Reams, Named to the Top 200 Most Influential of Georgia’s Creative Industries. Norcross, GA ‐ August 15, 2024 – Georgia Entertainment, the leading source of news and information for the film, broadcast, music, esports, arts, gaming and other areas of digital entertainment, has released the names of the 200 Most Influential of Georgia’s Creative Industries. The individuals are highlighted in the second edition of the bi-annual printed publication – Georgia Entertainment: The Creative Economy Journal and include Gateway85 CID executive director, Emory Morsberger, and board member Mike Reams with OFS.
The Pilot Club of Monroe has 150 runners turn out for this year’s 5K Linda’s Loop
The Pilot Club of Monroe held its annual 5K Linda’s Loop (in honor of our dear Pilot sister Linda Everett) Saturday, August 10th. One hundred and fifty runners participated making it a huge success. Proceeds from the race allow the Pilot Club to serve our community with various projects throughout the year. We appreciate all our sponsors that support us so generously as well as the Monroe Anchor Club (who we sponsor) that volunteered their help as well.
Formerly incarcerated Georgia women speak about about pregnancy behind bars
LISTEN: Tiana Hill speaks out in a hearing with Sen. Jon Ossoff about her experience giving birth in Clayton County Jail. Women from Georgia spoke about their experiences being pregnant and giving birth while incarcerated at Sen. Jon Ossoff’s Atlanta hearing of the Senate Committee on Human Rights. Tiana...
House study committee takes up fishing rights
ATLANTA — State agency regulations may be a better way of settling the legally complex issue of public fishing rights in Georgia than new legislation, a former director of the state Environmental Protection Division said Thursday. “If rulemaking is done well, people have a chance to be heard,” Jud Turner, the only non-legislator appointed to a Georgia House study committee on fishing rights, said during the panel’s first meeting. “It’s a forum with public notice and public comment. … This is what the regulatory process...
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