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Governor Kemp Updates Georgians on COVID-19, Begins Reopening Economy
Features, April 21, 2020
Governor Brian P. Kemp provided the following update on COVID-19 in Georgia. Governor Kemp was joined by Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, Speaker David Ralston, Georgia National Guard Adjutant General Tom Carden, Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner Kathleen Toomey, and GEMA/HS Director Homer Bryson, and announced Phase I for the prudent reopening of the state’s economy which continues to prioritize the health and safety of Georgia citizens.
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Georgia Public Policy Foundation Welcomes Kemp Plan to Reopen Georgia Businesses
News, April 21, 2020
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Southern Company Increases Dividend for 19th Consecutive Year
News, April 21, 2020
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AG Carr & Partners Kick Off 9th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy
Features, April 21, 2020
The 9th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy is a two-week virtual fundraising drive fueled by Georgia’s legal community.
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Georgia Department of Transportation Extends REBC Grant Program Deadline to May 15th
News, April 21, 2020
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Cisco Donates 330,000 N-95 Masks to Georgia's Fight Against COVID-19
News, April 20, 2020
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Georgia State Researchers Find Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Is Effective Against Coronavirus
News, April 20, 2020
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Rep. Dollar and Sen. Beach Secure 100,000 Medical Face Masks for State’s COVID-19 Response Efforts
News, April 20, 2020
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Marsy's Law for Georgia Encourages Georgians to Support National Crime Victims' Rights Week
News, April 20, 2020
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GDOL Issues Over Half a Billion Dollars in State and Federal Benefits Since March
News, April 17, 2020
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Senators Perdue & Loeffler To Serve On President’s Economic Task Force
News, April 17, 2020
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Georgia Historical Society Launches Project to Collect the Stories of Georgians during the Pandemic of 2020
News, April 17, 2020
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Georgia Southeastern Credit Unions Committing to “People Helping People” During This Crisis
News, April 17, 2020
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Dublin Highway 257 Rail Property Certified As ‘Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development’ Site
News, April 17, 2020
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Commissioner King Announces First Quarter Administrative Actions
News, April 17, 2020
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Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia Makes $20,000 Donation to TCSG Emergency Response Fund
News, April 16, 2020
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Aflac Incorporated Donates $5M as Part of Company's Overall COVID-19 Pandemic Response
News, April 16, 2020
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University System of Georgia Upgrades Access to Online Degree Programs
News, April 16, 2020
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Perdue For Senate Announces Senior Staff Team
News, April 16, 2020
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AG Chris Carr Surveys Needs of Georgia Food Banks, Reinforces Georgia Legal Food Frenzy
Features, April 16, 2020
Attorney General Chris Carr visited the Atlanta Community Food Bank to survey the needs of Georgia’s regional food banks, honor our Georgia National Guard soldiers who are on the frontlines of the Coronavirus pandemic and reinforce the Georgia legal community’s commitment to supporting our food banks.
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Atlanta Gas Light and Southern Company Gas Develops New, Digital Arcade for Kids to Stay Engaged from Home during National Safe Digging Month
News, April 16, 2020
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Georgia Announces Increased Staffing in Healthcare Facilities for COVID-19
News, April 15, 2020
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Governor Kemp Delivers Update on COVID-19
News, April 15, 2020
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Sen. Brandon Beach Announces Georgia Economic Rebound Act
News, April 15, 2020
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Severe Damage, Multiple Fatalities Caused by This Weekend's Tornadoes
News, April 15, 2020
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Gov. Kemp Designates Auxiliary Emergency Management Workers, Emergency Management Activities
News, April 15, 2020
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Georgia Advanced Practice Registered Nurses Seek Temporary Suspension of Practice Restrictions
News, April 15, 2020
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Dr. Craver Assumes Role as PCOM South Georgia Dean
News, April 14, 2020
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Thomas University Offers Residence Hall Rooms to First Responders Exposed to COVID-19
News, April 14, 2020
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Governor Kemp Issues Statewide State of Emergency for Severe Weather Damage
News, April 14, 2020
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Georgia Receives More Than $522M In Federal Funds To Address Impact Of Coronavirus
Features, April 14, 2020
Governor Brian P. Kemp, announced the availability of $522,237,467 in Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funds for Georgia’s transit operators which is made available by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). The CARES Act was signed into law by President Trump on March 27, 2020.
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Charlie Harper: For Those Dealing With Economic Issues Amid Covid Crisis
News, April 14, 2020
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Room for Improvement: 2020 Census Self-Response Rates in Georgia's Cities
News, April 14, 2020
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April is National Safe Digging Month
News, April 14, 2020
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DCA Announces Annual CDBG Competition
Features, April 14, 2020
The Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) provides funding to assist a wide range of eligible activities, including housing improvement projects, public facilities such as water and sewer lines, buildings such as local health centers or head start centers, and economic development projects. All projects must substantially benefit low and moderate income persons.
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Georgia Hospitals To Receive Nearly $800M To Aid COVID-19 Fight
Features, April 13, 2020
U.S. Senators David Perdue (R-GA) and Kelly Loeffler (R-GA) announced $792 million in funding from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to Georgia hospitals and health care providers enrolled in Medicare. These funds, authorized through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stability (CARES) Act, will be used to treat coronavirus patients and aid in the fight against COVID-19.
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Georgia Bread-Maker Gives $5.6M in 'Appreciation Bonuses'
News, April 13, 2020
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Health Connect South Launches Online Portal to Facilitate COVID-19 Donations to Southeast-based Organizations
News, April 13, 2020
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GDOL Announces Updates to CARES Act
News, April 13, 2020
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Georgia DOT Awards nearly $109.4M in Construction Contracts for March
Features, April 13, 2020
Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) awarded 15 construction contracts for statewide transportation projects totaling $109,380,895.
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Georgia Natural Gas and Foundation to Donate $200K to Support COVID-19 Relief Efforts
News, April 13, 2020
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Ameris Bank Donates $2 Million to Support 19 Rural Georgia Hospitals
News, April 10, 2020
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Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger Announces Postponement Of Primary Election Until June 9th
Features, April 10, 2020
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced that, pursuant to the authority vested in him by O.C.G.A. § 21-2-50.1, he is postponing the Statewide General Primary/Presidential Preference Primary Election until June 9th, 2020.
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Gas South Commits Over $1M to Support COVID-19 Relief
News, April 10, 2020
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Gov. Kemp and Georgia Dept. of Labor Partner on Getting Funds to Georgians
News, April 10, 2020
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University System of Georgia Announces No Tuition Increase for 2020-2021 Academic Year
Features, April 10, 2020
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia (USG) will meet Tuesday, April 14th, and will be asked to approve a recommendation of no tuition increase for the 2020-2021 academic year.
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PeopleForBikes Community Announces Grant Program
News, April 10, 2020
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FEMA’S ‘Project Airbridge’ Takes Flight With 25 UPS Charter Flights, Dedicated FEMA Distribution Center
News, April 10, 2020
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PCOM South Georgia Donates PPE to Local Hospitals
News, April 09, 2020
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Federal Unemployment Aid Coming to Georgians Not Eligible for State Benefits
Features, April 09, 2020
The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is updating its current systems to distribute federal unemployment funds as part of the CARES Act (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) bringing relief to many Georgians currently not eligible for state unemployment benefits.
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Georgia Electric Providers Urge Public to Maintain Proper Social Distance from Utility Workers
News, April 09, 2020
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GeorgiaALIVE - Business and Community Leaders Connect to Fight COVID-19
Features, April 09, 2020
GeorgiaALIVE Inc., a leadership initiative for a vital economy, announces its formation and first order of business. The Georgia corporation with pending nonprofit status, created and driven by business and community leaders, is placing immediate focus on protecting Georgia’s personal and economic health during the coronavirus pandemic.
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TCSG Foundation Establishes Emergency Response Fund
News, April 09, 2020
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USG Encourages Medical and Public Health Professionals to Join Medical Reserve Corps
News, April 09, 2020
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Carr Warns Georgians of Fake COVID-19 Websites, Texts and Emails
News, April 09, 2020
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Senators Perdue, Loeffler Seek H-2A Flexibility During COVID-19 Crisis
News, April 09, 2020
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Georgia Chamber Endorses Incumbent Justices Bethel and Warren
News, April 09, 2020
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March State Net Tax Revenues Up 9.8%
News, April 08, 2020
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Georgia Senators Announce Additional $9.2M For Georgia to Fight COVID-19
News, April 08, 2020
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Second Century Ag Receives Hemp Processing License
News, April 08, 2020
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GMA Message to Congress: Support for Cities in 4th Supplemental Aid Package
News, April 08, 2020
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Georgia Department of Education Receives Federal Assessment Waiver
News, April 08, 2020
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Georgia Power's Suspension of Disconnects to Continue during COVID-19 Pandemic
News, April 08, 2020
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AAA: COVID-19 Continues to Impact Georgia Pump Prices
News, April 07, 2020
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2020 Masters Targeting November 9th-15th
Features, April 07, 2020
In collaboration with the leading organizations in golf, Augusta National Golf Club has identified November 9-15 as the intended dates to host the 2020 Masters.
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Habitat for Humanity’s Home is the Key Campaign Reminds Us of the Importance of Home in Uncertain Times
News, April 07, 2020
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Technical College System of Georgia Providing Assistance to the State to Combat Coronavirus
Features, April 07, 2020
The Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) is responding to the needs of communities impacted by the effects of the Coronavirus through its network of 22 colleges all across Georgia. TCSG colleges are helping Georgia’s healthcare system combat the spread of the Coronavirus by donating medical supplies, transporting essential items, and providing much-needed services for frontline workers and the community.
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Gov. Kemp Issues Guidance for Retailers, Consumers Amid COVID-19
News, April 07, 2020
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The First Bancshares, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation
Features, April 06, 2020
The First Bancshares, Inc., the holding company for The First, A National Banking Association, announced that it has completed its acquisition of Southwest Georgia Financial Corporation.
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Delta Extends Medallion Status, Club Memberships and More to Support SkyMiles Members’ Future Travel
News, April 06, 2020
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Georgia Coronavirus Task Force Add 296 Hospital Beds for COVID-19 Patient Surge
News, April 06, 2020
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Gov. Kemp Names New Coronavirus Task Force Committee
News, April 06, 2020
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Senators Perdue, Loeffler Urge Feds To Expedite Foreign Nurse Visas During COVID-19
News, April 06, 2020
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Thomas University Introduces Justice Administration as a New Major
News, April 03, 2020
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Processed Unemployment Claims At Highest Ever
News, April 03, 2020
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Governor Kemp Issues Shelter in Place Order
News, April 03, 2020
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Georgia Power Invites Georgians to Say 'Thank You' to Employees during Thank a Lineman Month
News, April 03, 2020
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Google For Startups Launches Founders Academy For Georgia Entrepreneurs Via Digital Workshops
News, April 03, 2020
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Gov. Kemp, DCH Announce Approval of 1135 Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids Waiver
News, April 03, 2020
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Enrollment Now Open For Kia's The Great Unknowns Scholarship Program
News, April 03, 2020
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Senators Perdue, Loeffler Secure Automatic COVID-19 Payments For Seniors
News, April 03, 2020
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The Home Depot Announces Business Updates in Response to COVID-19
News, April 03, 2020
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Amazon Prime Video and YouTube Kids now Available on Mediacom Xtream Video
News, April 02, 2020
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Georgia Power Offers Tips and Resources For Customers To Manage “Stay-At-Home” Energy Use During COVID-19 Pandemic
News, April 02, 2020
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Large Investment Towards New Housing in Georgia
News, April 02, 2020
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Discover Dunwoody CVB Launches Search for Executive Director
News, April 02, 2020
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2020 Georgia Smart Communities Challenge Announced
News, April 02, 2020
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Georgia-based Footwear Company Launches Comfort For Frontline Heroes Campaign
News, April 02, 2020
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PSC April 2nd Committee Meetings to Be Held Online Only
News, April 02, 2020
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UPS Mobilizes Against Coronavirus In Collaboration With Global Customers & U.S. Agencies
Features, April 01, 2020
UPS announced an unprecedented increase in efforts in coordination with the President’s Coronavirus Taskforce, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and State health agencies. UPS Healthcare and UPS operations all over the world are working with many companies and agencies across the public and private sectors.
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Georgia Power’s Beneficial Reuse Project at Plant Mitchell Will Turned Stored Coal Ash into Portland Cement
News, April 01, 2020
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USG Working to Supply Critical Medical Supplies in Fight Against COVID-19
News, April 01, 2020
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Atlanta Gas Light Unveils Plans to Hire 200 Workers Across Georgia
News, April 01, 2020
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Support Local Farmers with the Great Farm Takeout
News, April 01, 2020
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Gov. Kemp, Carden Deploy Soldiers to Fight COVID-19 in Long-Term Care Facilities
News, April 01, 2020
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‘Delta Clean’ Delivers New Standard of Airline Cleanliness, Now and Always
News, March 31, 2020
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Georgia National Guard Deploys Medical Support Teams to Fight COVID-19
News, March 31, 2020
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Secretary Raffensperger Encourages Those Who Can To Support Local Businesses During Pandemic
News, March 31, 2020
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U.S. Census Bureau Director Steven Dillingham on 2020 Census Update
News, March 31, 2020
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DCA Launches New Resources for Georgians to Access High-Speed Internet
Features, March 31, 2020
Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) launched a new website to inform Georgians about ways to connect to high-speed internet throughout the state.