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Georgia Labor Force and Employment Hit New Records as Unemployment Holds Steady at 3.5%

Thursday, May 21

The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia's labor force surged to an all-time high of 5,461,455, and that total employment also set a new record at 5,271,138. The April unemployment rate held steady at 3.5%, which is 0.8 percentage point lower than... Read More.

Georgia DOT Suspends Lane Closures for Memorial Day Travel Weekend

Wednesday, May 20

The Georgia Department of Transportation is suspending interstate lane closures statewide for the upcoming Memorial Day travel period to help reduce traffic delays and improve safety for motorists traveling during the busy holiday weekend. According to Georgia DOT, interstate lane closures will be suspended beginning... Read More.

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Georgia Northwestern Technical College Announces Free Application Week for Fall 2026 Semester

Tuesday, May 19

Georgia Northwestern Technical College is giving prospective students a chance to save money while preparing for the upcoming school year through its upcoming Free Application Week. Georgia Northwestern Technical College announced it will waive the $25 application fee for all incoming students who apply for... Read More.

Georgia Yellow Dot Program Helps First Responders Access Critical Medical Information

Monday, May 18

The State of Georgia’s Yellow Dot Program is providing drivers with a simple but potentially lifesaving way to communicate important medical information to first responders during emergencies. The free program is designed primarily with senior citizens in mind, but officials say it can benefit anyone... Read More.

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Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through Memorial Day Travel Period

Monday, May 18

Georgia drivers will continue to see relief at the gas pump through the Memorial Day holiday after Governor Brian Kemp signed an executive order suspending the state’s gas tax for an additional two weeks. The new suspension will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on May... Read More.

Kemp Signs Bill Expanding Medical Cannabis Access in Georgia

Thursday, May 14

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed legislation expanding access to medical marijuana in the state. The measure, known as the “Putting Georgia’s Patients First Act,” was signed into law Tuesday and will take effect statewide on July 1. The bill had previously passed both the... Read More.

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Georgia State Patrol Warns Residents About Scam Text Messages

Thursday, May 14

The Georgia Department of Public Safety is warning residents about scam text messages circulating across Georgia that falsely claim to be from the Georgia State Patrol. According to the agency, the messages tell recipients they have an outstanding violation, unpaid fine, or enforcement action connected... Read More.

Kemp Calls Special Georgia Legislative Session on Redistricting, Election Law Changes

Wednesday, May 13

Brian Kemp has called a special session of the Georgia General Assembly focused on redistricting and election law changes, with lawmakers set to convene June 17, 2026. The announcement comes just days after Tennessee Republicans approved a controversial redistricting plan in their state and follows... Read More.

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Georgia Expands Spay and Neuter Grant Program With Record $1.15 Million Investment

Tuesday, May 12

Georgia Department of Agriculture is expanding access to affordable spay and neuter services statewide through a record $1.15 million investment in Georgia’s Dog and Cat Sterilization Program Grant. Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announced the funding this week, saying the program is designed to help reduce pet... Read More.

Georgia Northwestern Technical College to Hold Spring Commencement Ceremonies Thursday in Rome

Tuesday, May 5

Students from across northwest Georgia will celebrate the completion of their academic programs this week as Georgia Northwestern Technical College prepares to host its 2026 Spring Commencement Ceremonies on Thursday, May 7. The ceremonies will take place at the Forum River Center in Rome and... Read More.

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Georgia Labor Force and Employment Hit New Records as Unemployment Holds Steady at 3.5%

Georgia DOT Suspends Lane Closures for Memorial Day Travel Weekend

Georgia Northwestern Technical College Announces Free Application Week for Fall 2026 Semester

Georgia Yellow Dot Program Helps First Responders Access Critical Medical Information

Kemp Extends Georgia Gas Tax Suspension Through Memorial Day Travel Period

Kemp Signs Bill Expanding Medical Cannabis Access in Georgia

Georgia State Patrol Warns Residents About Scam Text Messages

Kemp Calls Special Georgia Legislative Session on Redistricting, Election Law Changes

Georgia Expands Spay and Neuter Grant Program With Record $1.15 Million Investment

Georgia Northwestern Technical College to Hold Spring Commencement Ceremonies Thursday in Rome

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