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North Georgia snowstorm a lesson in early preparation

North Georgia snowstorm a lesson in early preparation

Georgia emergency management officials and motorists are taking proactive steps to avoid a repeat of the 2014 "Snowmageddon," as the state prepares for significant winter weather. The Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) began treating roadways early and is focused on making roads passable, with crews working around the clock to ensure public safety.
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Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge expansion gains final approval

Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge expansion gains final approval

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is taking a bold step to protect the iconic Okefenokee Swamp by planning a 22,000-acre expansion of the National Wildlife Refuge, a move that could play a key role in stopping a controversial titanium mining project.
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State lawmakers to explore industrial energy usage in Georgia

State lawmakers to explore industrial energy usage in Georgia

The Georgia House will establish a special committee to address the rising energy demands of power-intensive industries, sparked by the rapid growth of data centers and other technology-driven sectors, House Speaker Jon Burns announced Wednesday.
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Ossoff, Warnock pick up new committee assignments

Ossoff, Warnock pick up new committee assignments

Georgia's U.S. Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock have secured influential committee assignments in the 119th Congress, positioning them to shape federal budget, tax, and trade policies.
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National day of mourning set for Jimmy Carter

National day of mourning set for Jimmy Carter

Flags flew at half-staff Monday, mourning the loss of former President Jimmy Carter, a Nobel laureate and humanitarian from Plains, Georgia, who passed away at 100, leaving behind a legacy of peace, compassion, and service.
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Deadline extended for Helene victims to apply for federal unemployment benefits

Deadline extended for Helene victims to apply for federal unemployment benefits

Disaster Unemployment Assistance is a federal program established to help workers whose primary income is lost or interrupted by a disaster. Applicants may be eligible for a weekly benefit of up to $365 retroactive to the week of Sept. 29. Eligible individuals must first apply for regular unemployment insurance on the state Department of Labor website or in person at one of the agency's career centers.
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Jimmy Carter, longest living ex-president, dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, longest living ex-president, dies at 100

Former President Jimmy Carter died on Sunday afternoon at his home in Plains, Georgia.
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New Year, New Laws: Key Georgia legislation takes effect January 1

New Year, New Laws: Key Georgia legislation takes effect January 1

As the clock ticks toward New Year's Day, several key laws passed by Georgia's General Assembly—including election reforms, tax measures, and health-care initiatives—are set to take effect, sparking debates and hopes for change statewide.
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State to lift ban on new irrigation wells

State to lift ban on new irrigation wells

Big changes are flowing into Southwest Georgia as the state lifts a decade-long moratorium on new irrigation wells, giving farmers a much-needed boost to recover from recent challenges.
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State launches website for new school vouchers program

State launches website for new school vouchers program

The Georgia Education Savings Authority (GESA) has launched mygeorgiapromise.org as a resource for families to access information and apply for the new Georgia Promise Scholarship, which provides up to $6,500 annually for eligible K-12 students in lower-performing schools to cover private school tuition, tutoring, and other educational expenses starting in July 2025.
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