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Braves Face Diamondbacks in Late-Night Road Test On Georgia 101.7

Friday, April 3

The Atlanta Braves are back in action tonight as they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks in a late-night showdown. First pitch is scheduled for 9:40 PM, with coverage beginning at 8:30 PM on Georgia 101.7 WJTH. The Braves bring a 5-2 record into the game... Read More.

Brush Fire in Gordon County Leads to Death Investigation on Nicklesville Road

Thursday, April 2

GORDON COUNTY, Ga. — A brush fire response in Gordon County on Thursday afternoon led to the discovery of a deceased individual and an active multi-agency investigation. According to Gordon County Fire Rescue, crews were dispatched around 1:56 p.m. on April 2 to the 7000... Read More.

Braves Take on Diamondbacks Late Tonight on Georgia 101.7 FM

Thursday, April 2

The Atlanta Braves are back in action tonight as they travel to Arizona to battle the Diamondbacks in a late-night matchup. The Braves come in with a 4-2 record, while the Diamondbacks are 3-3 and a perfect 3-0 at home. Atlanta will look to keep... Read More.

Georgia Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.5% in January

Thursday, April 2

The Georgia Department of Labor announced that Georgia’s unemployment rate for January 2026 held steady at 3.5 percent, unchanged from a revised 3.5 percent in December and below the national unemployment rate by 0.8 percentage point. The state’s unemployment rate was 3.4 percent one... Read More.

Georgia Highway System Ranked Second in Nation for Cost-Effectiveness and Condition

Thursday, April 2

Georgia’s highway system has been ranked second in the nation for overall cost-effectiveness and condition, according to the nonprofit public policy research organization, the Reason Foundation. The ranking is part of the organization’s 29th Annual Highway Report, which evaluates highway systems in all 50 states... Read More.

USDA to Conduct Aerial Rabies Vaccine Drops Across Northwest Georgia

Wednesday, April 1

USDA to Conduct Aerial Rabies Vaccine Drops Across Northwest Georgia The U.S. Department of Agriculture will soon begin aerial distribution of oral rabies vaccine baits across Northwest Georgia as part of a nationwide effort to prevent the spread of rabies. Officials say aircraft will fly over... Read More.

GNTC Spring Plant Sale Returns April 13-16 in Rome

Wednesday, April 1

The annual Spring Plant Sale at Georgia Northwestern Technical College is set to return April 13–16, offering a wide variety of plants while supporting student learning and community engagement. The sale will kick off Monday, April 13, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and continue... Read More.

Georgia Senate Passes HB 1116; Property Tax Cap Measure Heads to Governor

Tuesday, March 31

Georgia Senate Passes HB 1116; Property Tax Cap Measure Heads to Governor Georgia lawmakers have taken a major step toward limiting property tax growth across the state. The Georgia Senate has now passed House Bill 1116, sending the measure to the governor’s desk for final approval. The... Read More.

Georgia Lawmakers Consider Ending Daylight Saving Time

Monday, March 30

Changing clocks twice a year in Georgia could soon be a thing of the past, as state lawmakers consider legislation that would eliminate Daylight Saving Time and move the state into a new time zone. The proposal, known as House Bill 154 or the Georgia... Read More.

Middle East Conflict Pushes Oil Prices Higher, Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Offers Some Relief

Monday, March 30

Ongoing conflict in the Middle East is putting upward pressure on global oil prices, leading to continued volatility at the gas pump, though Georgia drivers are still seeing some relief due to the state’s suspension of the gas tax. The average price for a gallon... Read More.

Braves Face Diamondbacks in Late-Night Road Test On Georgia 101.7

Brush Fire in Gordon County Leads to Death Investigation on Nicklesville Road

Braves Take on Diamondbacks Late Tonight on Georgia 101.7 FM

Georgia Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.5% in January

Georgia Highway System Ranked Second in Nation for Cost-Effectiveness and Condition

USDA to Conduct Aerial Rabies Vaccine Drops Across Northwest Georgia

GNTC Spring Plant Sale Returns April 13-16 in Rome

Georgia Senate Passes HB 1116; Property Tax Cap Measure Heads to Governor

Georgia Lawmakers Consider Ending Daylight Saving Time

Middle East Conflict Pushes Oil Prices Higher, Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Offers Some Relief

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