VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
GDC names New Chief of Staff
Release: Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Commissioner Timothy C. Ward announced the promotion of Alan Watson, Assistant Commissioner of Administration & Finance, to Chief of Staff effective November 1, 2021. Watson will be responsible for…
Georgia to serve additional children through CAPS Child…
Release: To provide additional support to Georgia’s families and child care providers and ensure more children have access to quality early educational opportunities, Governor Brian P. Kemp and Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning…
Gov. Kemp announces new Director of Government Affairs…
Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp announced Brad Bohannon as the Director of Government Affairs and Policy in the Office of the Governor. Lauren Curry, who previously served in this position, is now Chief Operating Officer.…
Melton Candle Company celebrates new location with ribbon…
Photo: Melton Candle Company celebrates expanded new location with a ribbon cutting presented by the Adel-Cook County Chamber of Commerce. Release: On Friday, October 15, 2021, the Melton Candle Company celebrated the new expanded location…
Georgians face higher gas prices at the pump
Release: Georgia gas prices increased alongside rising crude oil. Georgia motorists are now paying an average price of $3.15 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday's state average is 9 cents more than a week ago, 18 cents more than last month and $1.15 more…
Farmers honored during 27th annual Georgia Centennial Farm…
Release: Twenty-nine family farms were honored this week during the 27th annual Georgia Centennial Farm Awards Ceremony in Perry. The 27th annual awards ceremony recognized qualified farms from both the 2020 and 2021 application years. …
September Net Tax Revenues Up 30.3%
Release: Gov. Brian Kemp announced that Georgia’s September net tax collections totaled nearly $2.82 billion, for an increase of $655 million, or 30.3 percent, compared to last year when net tax collections totaled $2.16 billion. Year-to-date…
USG Foundation raises over $625,000 for scholarships, Kemp…
Release: The 17th annual Regents’ Scholarship Gala on Wednesday evening raised more than $625,000 from generous sponsors and a live auction to support and provide need-based scholarships for University System of Georgia (USG) students across…