Being a good neighbor with the Georgia Ports Authority
The Georgia Ports Authority’s Workforce Housing Initiative is already showing some results in Savannah. So far, 178 families have been able to repair, buy or build a home thanks to the program, with nearly $1.7 million committed to the program since the start of the program in September 2023.
Proposed budget would create state’s first optometry school
Despite Georgia’s renowned higher education system, it’s an interesting quirk that the state does not have any optometry schools. The Peach State is not unique in that regard – there are only 25 accredited schools and colleges of optometry in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, with the closest being at the University of Alabama.
Delta named one of world’s “most innovative” companies
The latest “Most Innovative” list is out from Fast Company and the Atlanta-based Delta has been named to the list for the fifth time, coming in at number three. Delta is the only airline on the global list, noted for its work in advancing sustainable fuel technology.
Tort reform bill squeaks through Georgia House
The Republican-controlled state House of Representatives narrowly passed GOP-backed tort reform legislation Thursday over objections from Democrats that the bill is both unnecessary and would reduce Georgians’ access to the courts.
Georgia celebrates Ag Week across the state
The week started with everyone wearing green for St. Patrick’s Day but continues with a celebration of all things agriculture. The week is a chance to highlight the state’s number one industry and honor Georgia farm families.
Debate heats up over school zone camera bills
For nearly three hours Wednesday morning, members of the Senate Public Safety First Responders Subcommittee heard testimony on two bills that would either ban or put new restrictions on school zone cameras. The meeting, which began at 6 a.m. and ended after 9 a.m., was designated as hearing only.
Who is new Ga. Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes?
Georgia’s newest Labor Commissioner will be sworn into office on April 4th after serving as President and CEO of the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce since 2016.
The Most Influential Readership in Georgia
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Former Georgia senator to head state health agency
Gov. Brian Kemp named Dr. Dean Burke Monday commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Health (DCH).
Watch the July 6th Georgia Gang here!
Lori Geary returns to host the July 6th show starting with debate over the “Big Beautiful Bill” and its impact on Georgia.
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Pro-Amnesty “Republican” Corbin in CD District 7 runoff
Republicans around the state and nation should pay attention to the GOP runoff race in Georgia’s redrawn 7th Congressional District where candidates Mark Gonsalves and Michael Corbin are vying to oppose Democrat Lucy McBath in November.
What’s Wrong with Universal Background Checks?
Many in the Repressive Lobby have been calling for “universal background checks” to close the “gun show loophole.” These efforts have intensified and President Joe Biden has jumped on the bandwagon. This leads many Georgians to ask, “Why not?”
How Broadband Investments Can Transform Healthcare Across Georgia
Ask any health care advocate or telehealth entrepreneur and they’ll tell you that President Biden’s bipartisan infrastructure bill – which includes $65 billion to achieve the goal of universal broadband – is a game changer.
