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Wildlife and Fisheries set to see results of menhaden fishing study, plus other outdoors news
Conservation and environmental groups will finally get the results of the first independent study on bycatch involving the commercial menhaden fishery industry off the Louisiana coast. The report is a major agenda item during Tuesday’s 9:30 a.m....

Macon attorney Steven McNeel announces run for Georgia Senate District 18
McNeel, a Republican attorney and timber farmer, says he wants to promote pro-agriculture and pro-business policies in Middle Georgia. Steven McNeelMACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Attorney and family farmer Steven McNeel has announced his candidacy...

PSC freezes Georgia Power rates, but bills could still increase
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“Way Mart” Expands to Over 70 SOCAR Gas Stations Across Georgia
“Way Mart”, the retail chain operated by SOCAR Georgia Petroleum, is now available at more than 70 SOCAR gas stations throughout the country. The company plans to continue expanding the network to cover all SOCAR stations nationwide. In an...

DCA, CSH relaunch Georgia Supportive Housing Institute following strong first year
ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), in partnership with Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH), is announcing the launch of the second Georgia Supportive Housing Institute, a training and technical assistance initiative...

Above the Waterline: Science center saved by Georgia senators
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Georgia Southern Athletics launches Eagle Victory Perch Plan
Georgia Southern Athletics has announced the launch of The Eagle Victory Perch Plan, a new comprehensive giving initiative designed to bolster the success of Eagle student-athletes amidst the evolving landscape of collegiate athletics. Georgia...

Georgia to Expand National Museum Network and Boost Scientific Research
Tbilisi, Georgia: A meeting was held with the staff of the National Museum in the Ministry of Culture of Georgia. The main aim was to plan to expand the National Museum by adding the ONI, Mtskheta, and Stepantsminda museums to create a unified...

‘Like a bad night out’: Georgia Stanway wants to ‘forget’ England defeat to France
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Mistrial ruled in first Atlanta Public Safety Training Center protestors’ trial
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - On Monday, a judge declared a mistrial in the first trial surrounding protests of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. Monday’s trail was set to be the start of American history’s largest criminal...

Georgia DOT announces weekly road work advisory for Southeast region
Russell R. McMurry, P.E., Commissioner | Georgia Department of TransportationRussell R. McMurry, P.E., Commissioner | Georgia Department of Transportation The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced ongoing road work projects...

Atlanta leaders eye trails as part of solution to city’s traffic woes
ExploreGridlock Guy: Small adjustments can improve our traffic in big waysAmong the proposed goals for the project are improving access to the Beltline, creating strategic proximity to MARTA and facilitating alternative routes to schools. More...

'You got to use that platform' | Bud Dupree returns to Central Georgia to host 3rd annual football camp
Bud Dupree hosted his third annual skills camp, looking to inspire young athletes with NFL-level drills in a college environment. MACON, Ga. — Bud Dupree made his way home to host his third annual skills and drills camp, but this year, he wanted...
GEORGIA AND CHINA HOPE TO COMPLETE NEGOTIATIONS ON EXPANDING THE FREE TRADE AGREEMENT BY THE END OF THE YEAR
Daily News: Politics July 4, 2025 Beijing hosted the first consultations on updating the free trade agreement between Georgia and China, Georgian Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development reported. The parties expressed hope to accomplish...

I moved from Atlanta to Panama with my 97-year-old mother. Healthcare is excellent here and we can afford a larger home.
This as-told-to interview is with Debbie Boyd, 71, who moved to Panama from Atlanta with her 97-year-old mother, Doris Britto, who has dementia. Boyd and Britto moved in early 2025 and have enjoyed their time so far. Boyd has particularly...

Major League Baseball played politics in Georgia and dropped the ball
ExploreSen. Jon Ossoff is exploring the wrong solutions to fix a real housing problemUnfortunately, the MLB failed to see our state in this light when Commissioner Rob Manfred pulled the ASG from us in 2021 because of our election integrity...

Georgia’s bald eagle numbers are holding steady, DNR survey says
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources says the population of the U.S. national bird appears to be stable in the state, according to the results of an annual survey. This year’s survey focused on the southwest part of Georgia, including the...

Georgia Misses Profit Tax Target by GEL 100 MLN In 1Q25
According to preliminary budget execution data from the Ministry of Finance’s Treasury Service, Georgia collected GEL 10.6 billion in tax revenue during the first six months of 2025, slightly exceeding the target by 1%. However, profit tax...

Looking for a great fishing spot? Visit a Georgia PFA
Georgia's Public Fishing Areas (PFAs) offer more than just a chance to reel in a big one. From hiking trails to camping opportunities, these locations provide a wide array of activities for the whole family. Why should you plan a trip to one or...

RTE 2FM star ties the knot in stunning sustainable Wicklow ceremony
2FM star Fionnuala Moran has paid a touching tribute to her late grandmother on her wedding day. The sustainability influencer tied the knot to her long-term love and rap artist, Aaron Hartigan, whose stage name is Rebel Phoenix, at a stunning...