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Camp HBCYouth Brings Field Day Fun to Atlanta Students
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New Irish blood primed for more than a battle in Georgia
Georgia v Ireland, Mikheil Meskhi Stadium, Tbilisi, Saturday, 6pm Irish time – Live on Virgin Media One Results matter, but it’s not a deflection to suggest there is far more at stake than the outcome when Ireland take on Georgia on Saturday night...

Georgia House announces new laws starting July 1
Jon G. Burns, Georgia State Representative from 159th District | Official U.S. House headshotJon G. Burns, Georgia State Representative from 159th District | Official U.S. House headshot House Speaker Jon Burns of Newington, Georgia, has...

Sex offender Stephen Bear, 35, reveals he has married Brazilian girlfriend Miami, 18, as he shares cringeworthy posts - a year after his prison stint for Georgia Harrison revenge porn scandal
Stephen Bear, 35, has married his 18-year-old girlfriend, Miami. The convicted sex offender announced the news in a series of Instagram posts on Friday featuring cringeworthy videos of the reality star serenading his new wife. Bear was filmed...

Craig Casey happy to lead Ireland into Georgia’s ‘hostile environment’
A slate-grey sky threatened rain as Ireland completed their preparations for Saturday night’s Test match against Georgia at the Mikheil Meskhi stadium (6pm Irish time, Virgin Media One). It arrived in the shape of a brief sprinkle, nothing like...

Georgia trip the perfect challenge for young Ireland, says Leamy
Denis Leamy believes Georgia will be the ideal challenge for a young and inexperienced Ireland side looking to play the “Irish way” under interim head coach Paul O’Connell in Tbilisi this Saturday.With a record 16 Irishmen absent on tour in...

Georgia, FAO expand Cooperation for Sustainable Agriculture
The Minister of Environment and Agriculture of Georgia, David Songulashvili, met with the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Koo Dongju, during his working visit to Rome. Food and Agriculture...

Fishing for catfish in Georgia
SOCIAL CIRCLE — Don’t let summer slip away without heading out to the local fishing hole and casting a line for catfish. There are plenty of locations to land a catfish, and it’s a great experience for both new and experienced anglers, according...

Georgia Showcases Wine Heritage at Seoul Wine & Spirits Expo 2025
Seoul, South Korea: The Deputy Minister of Environment and Agriculture of Georgia, Solomon Pavliashvili, attended the prestigious international exhibition “Seoul Wine and Spirits Expo 2025.” It represented Georgia’s rich winemaking tradition, also...

Prime Dumpster Expands Porta Potty Services To Atlanta, GA, To Help City's Growing Event Industry
(MENAFN- GetNews) Prime Dumpster is a leading facilitator of waste management solutions, offering porta potty rentals for construction, events, and more. With a focus on customer satisfaction and tailored services, Prime Dumpster ensures clients...

The ultimate New Smyrna Beach, Florida, guide for a weekend escape from Atlanta
Ready to swap the quiet tree-lined streets of Atlanta, Georgia, for the salty breeze of New Smyrna Beach, Florida? Pack those bags — this hidden coastal treasure is calling your name! Whether you’re wheels up from ATL or road-tripping down I-75...

Wildlife change – and don’t change – on tiny Lake Huron island, scientists say
In nature, a lot can change on a largely uninhabited Great Lakes island over the course of a century. And a lot can stay the same. That includes the disappearance and appearance of wildlife species. That’s what scientists discovered when they...

Etihad officially launches flights to Atlanta
Etihad Airways officially launched flights to Atlanta, Georgia, in the USA earlier this week. The launch expands the Abu Dhabi airline’s US footprint and connecting the cultural and commercial heart of the U.S. Southeast with Abu Dhabi and beyond....

Atlanta ranked in top 10 of 2025 best cities report
Major metros may still rule, but smaller U.S. cities are gaining national attention for livability, innovation, and growth. A new ranking of America’s 100 best-performing cities in 2025 reveals a surprising mix of established powerhouses and...

Why It's Illegal To Eat Fried Chicken With A Fork In This Georgia Town
Let's be honest, there are some odd laws around the world. Whether that's about chewing gum in Singapore or singing in a bikini in Florida, there are a lot of bizarre regulations still in play. While most of them are leftovers from years gone by...
GEORGIAN MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AND AGRICULTURE: GEORGIA’S EXPORTS OF GREEN ARE GROWING
Daily News: Economics July 3, 2025 Data on Georgia’s exports of green show growth, Georgian Ministry of Environment Protection and Agriculture reported. In particular, exports of green in the first 5 months amounted to $4.3 million. Full text is...

PSG vs Bayern Munich prediction & Club World Cup betting tips: Goals galore in Atlanta
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Georgia City Named Among The 'Worst Run Cities' In The U.S.
When visiting another city, you have likely spotted some notable differences from the one you call home. From well-paved roads and less traffic congestion to a noticeable change in crime rate that makes you feel safer walking down a street alone,...

123 Illegal Forest Use Cases Revealed in June Across Georgia
In June 2025, 123 cases of illegal forest use were identified by the Environmental Supervision Department, according to information released by the agency. Of the total violations: 74 cases involved illegal logging and timber transportation 49...

Cashless Payment Statistics Show Steady Growth With New 130,000 POS Terminals in Georgia
The number of POS terminals in Georgia has reached 130,000 as of May 2025, according to the latest data published by the National Bank of Georgia. This marks an annual growth of 6.5%, with approximately 8,000 new terminals added in the past year....