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Georgia Reaches New All-Time Highs in Labor Force and Employment

The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia reached new all-time highs in both its labor force (5,477,859) and employment (5,294,229) in June, while the state's unemployment rate held steady at 3.4%. Georgia's unemployment rate remains 0.8 percentage points below the national rate. ...

Operation Southern Slow Down Underway Across Georgia and Tennessee

As summer travel increases across Tennessee and Georgia, law enforcement agencies are stepping up traffic enforcement and urging motorists to slow down behind the wheel. Georgia and Tennessee have joined Alabama, South Carolina and Florida for the annual Operation Southern Slow Down, a weeklong campaign ...

Twelve Killed on Georgia Roads During Independence Day Holiday Travel Period

Twelve people were killed in traffic crashes across Georgia during the 78-hour Independence Day holiday travel period, according to the Georgia State Patrol. The holiday enforcement period began at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, and ended at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 5. Georgia State ...

More Than 100 New Georgia Laws Take Effect July 1, Covering Education, Public Safety and Tax Relief

More than 100 new Georgia laws officially took effect Wednesday, July 1, bringing changes that impact education, public safety, tax policy, workforce development, and families across the state. Georgia Senate Republicans highlighted the new laws as part of their legislative agenda, saying the measures focus ...

Georgia Secretary of State Responds to U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Mail Ballots

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says Georgia’s absentee ballot deadlines will remain unchanged following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows states to decide whether to count absentee ballots received after Election Day. The Supreme Court ruled Monday that federal law does not require ...

Northwest Georgia Agriculture & Event Center Officially Opens Following Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The long-awaited Northwest Georgia Agriculture & Event Center officially opened Monday with a ribbon cutting ceremony at its new home at 1070 Liberty Road, located at the Northwest Georgia Regional Fairgrounds off Rome Road. The new facility marks the completion of a project made possible ...

Georgia Power Shares Energy-Saving Tips as Summer Heat Arrives

As summer temperatures continue to climb across Georgia, Georgia Power is encouraging customers to take simple steps to reduce energy use and keep monthly electric bills under control. The company is reminding customers that small changes around the home can make a noticeable difference during ...

Georgia Officials Urge Residents to Watch for Invasive Yellow-Legged Hornets

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is asking residents across the state to remain alert for signs of the invasive yellow-legged hornet as officials work to stop the species from becoming established in Georgia. Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J. Harper said the department is especially urging residents ...

Georgia DOT Suspends Interstate Lane Closures for July 4 Holiday Travel Period

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is preparing for a busy Independence Day travel weekend by suspending most interstate lane closures across the state to help improve traffic flow and enhance safety for motorists. The suspension will begin at 6 a.m. on Friday, July ...

Braves Face Brewers Saturday Afternoon on Georgia 101.7 FM WJTH

The Atlanta Braves continue their homestand Saturday when they take on the Milwaukee Brewers at Truist Park. Atlanta brings a 47-27 record into the contest, while Milwaukee arrives with a 45-28 mark. The game features two playoff contenders looking to strengthen their position in the ...
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