Valdosta Sees an Increase in Jobs in June

Release: Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said Thursday that Valdosta saw an increase in jobs over-the-month and over-the-year in June. "We are continuing to see an increase in the number of jobs available and very…

Georgia’s unemployment rate continues to decline

Release: Unemployment Rate Drops to 4 Percent in June Atlanta, GA – The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced recently that Georgia’s unemployment rate dropped another 0.1 percentage point to reach 4 percent in June, lower…

Georgia unemployment rate drops to 4.5%

Release: Atlanta, GA - Today, Governor Brian P. Kemp issued the following statement in response to Georgia's unemployment rate dropping from 4.8% in February to 4.5% for the month of March. The national unemployment average is 6.0%. "Georgia's…

GDOL announces continued increase in Georgia jobs

Release: Georgia’s Unemployment Rate Drops in March While Jobs Increase Atlanta, GA – The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced recently that Georgia’s unemployment rate dropped 0.3 percentage points to reach 4.5 percent in March while the state saw…

Valdosta shows improved unemployment rates

Release: Valdosta Posts Positive Numbers Across the Board in February Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said Thursday that Valdosta saw positive over-the-month measures for every key indicator in February. “February’s numbers are a strong indication the state is…

GA gas prices down slightly

Release: ATLANTA, GA., (April 5, 2021) — Georgia gas prices  decreased marginally at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia motorists are now paying an average price of $2.71 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday's state average is 1 cent less than…