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Gordon County Unemployment Rate Stands at 3% as Northwest Georgia Rate Falls

Gordon County’s unemployment rate stood at 3% in July as unemployment rates declined across Northwest Georgia and every regional commission in the state, according to figures released Thursday by the Georgia Department of Labor. Gordon County reported a labor force of 29,454 people in July, ...

Georgia Gas Prices Continue to Rise as Oil Market Uncertainty Grows

Georgia gas prices are continuing to climb as ongoing conflict in the Middle East puts additional pressure on global oil markets. According to AAA – The Auto Club Group, Georgia’s average price for regular gasoline has risen to $3.81 per gallon. That is two cents ...

Georgia Sets New Employment, Labor Force Records as Unemployment Falls to 3.3%

Georgia reached new all-time highs for both its labor force and employment in July, while the state's unemployment rate declined to 3.3%, according to new figures from the Georgia Department of Labor. Georgia's labor force increased by 2,941 people during the month to a record ...

Gordon County Schools Students Outpace State Averages in Several Georgia Milestones Tests

Gordon County Schools is highlighting strong student performance following the release of its 2025–2026 Georgia Milestones test results, with students exceeding state averages across several subjects and grade levels. According to the school district, Gordon County students performed above Georgia averages in multiple areas among ...

Calhoun City Schools Reports Growth in Georgia Milestones Math Scores

Calhoun City Schools is celebrating continued improvement in student mathematics achievement following the release of the 2025–2026 Georgia Milestones assessment results. District leaders say students showed strong academic performance across multiple grade levels, with math scores continuing an upward trend and students meeting or exceeding ...

Georgia DOT Launches First-Ever Online Auctions for Surplus Real Estate

The Georgia Department of Transportation is making it easier for the public to purchase surplus property with the launch of its first-ever online real estate auctions. Georgia DOT says the new program expands access to surplus property opportunities by allowing qualified bidders from across Georgia ...

Atlanta aims for Marlins sweep tonight on Georgia 101.7

The Atlanta Braves will be looking for the broom Thursday night as they host the Miami Marlins in the final game of a three-game series at Truist Park. Atlanta has already claimed the first two games and enters the finale with a 69-45 record, including ...

Braves Look to Secure Marlins Series Wednesday on Georgia 101.7 WJTH

The Atlanta Braves return to the field Wednesday night for Game 2 of their three-game series against the Miami Marlins, with Atlanta looking to capture the series after winning Tuesday night's opener. The Braves have continued their impressive season, entering Wednesday with a 68-45 record ...

Georgia squirrel season opens Aug. 15, offering early hunting opportunities

Georgia hunters will soon be heading back into the woods as squirrel season officially opens on Aug. 15, marking the start of one of the state's longest-running small game hunting seasons. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) says squirrel hunting provides ...

AARP Poll Finds Older Georgia Voters Could Decide Governor, Senate Races

A new AARP Georgia poll suggests voters age 50 and older are likely to play a decisive role in this year’s closely contested races for governor and the U.S. Senate, with affordability emerging as their top concern. The survey, conducted by the bipartisan polling firms ...
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