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Georgia's tourism industry generated a record-breaking $63.1 billion in economic impact in 2017, an increase of 3.8 percent over the previous year, according to the U.S. Travel Association and Tourism Economics.

2017 was a record-breaking year for tourism in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerMay 7, 2018March 22, 2019

Fun Spot America, a family-owned theme park with a history dating back to 1969 has announced an expansion to its Atlanta location. The property’s first project is the construction of the Samson Monster Track. As part of a $2 million-dollar investment, Fun Spot America is developing this new multilevel go-cart track.

Fun Spot America adds new features to Fayetteville theme park

by Thom ChandlerMay 3, 2018September 24, 2023

Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Instacart, a technology-driven, nationwide on-demand grocery delivery service, will create more than 400 jobs and invest $40 million in a Customer Experience Center in the Atlanta area throughout the next 24 months.

Instacart to open new facility in Atlanta area

by Thom ChandlerMay 1, 2018September 24, 2023

Macon-Bibb’s Animal Welfare will hold its third Midnight Miracle event Friday, May 4 from 11:00 a.m. until midnight to find permanent or foster homes for stray and abandoned dogs and cats, and to relieve overcrowding in the shelter. To see all of the animals that are up for adoption, follow Animal Welfare on Facebook and Twitter.

Here’s how you can help keep adoptable pets from being euthanized

by Thom ChandlerMay 1, 2018December 14, 2018

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division will begin its annual Open Burning Ban in 45 counties in and around the metro Atlanta area. The ban is in effect for the ozone season, which runs May 1 through Sept. 30.

Burn ban goes into effect for metro Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerApril 30, 2018December 14, 2018

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners recently approved the purchase of equipment to make Wi-Fi available on Gwinnett County Transit’s entire bus fleet. This free amenity is now available on all GCT buses for patrons with Wi-Fi enabled mobile devices.

Gwinnett County Transit to get free Wi-Fi on buses

by Thom ChandlerApril 26, 2018December 14, 2018

Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Pandora, the largest music streaming service in the U.S., will expand its presence and create 250 jobs in Atlanta over the next three years.

Music streaming giant Pandora announces Atlanta expansion

by Thom ChandlerApril 25, 2018September 24, 2023

Gwinnett County Administrator Glenn Stephens has announced the appointment of Assistant Fire Chief Russell Knick to succeed Fire Chief Casey Snyder, who is retiring after 29 years of service to Gwinnett County. Knick, a 24-year veteran of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, assumes his new role on May 6 and is expected to announce additional promotions to fill other key leadership positions in the coming weeks.

Veteran firefighter named as Gwinnett’s new fire chief

by Thom ChandlerApril 25, 2018December 14, 2018

After participating in a two-day presentation and discussion, prosecutors, representatives from the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Bibb County School District and other government and community partners have developed the framework for a new school-justice partnership.

New school-justice partnership could decrease the number of incarcerated students in Bibb County

by Thom ChandlerApril 24, 2018March 22, 2019

Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., the world’s leading business jet manufacturer, will create 200 jobs and invest $55 million in an expansion of its service center operations in Savannah. New jobs will include positions in Gulfstream’s service and support organization.

Gulfstream’s $55 million expansion to bring 200 new jobs to Savannah

by Thom ChandlerApril 24, 2018March 22, 2019

Keep Forsyth County Beautiful invites residents to participate in their upcoming paint and electronics recycling event on Saturday, May 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cumming Fairgrounds' parking lot 3 off of Castleberry Road.

Live in Forsyth County? Need to recycle paint or electronics? You’re in luck

by Thom ChandlerApril 23, 2018December 14, 2018

The City of Savannah will once again be a major partner in the Savannah Earth Day Festival occurring this Saturday, April 21, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Forsyth Park.

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Savannah to host largest Earth Day event in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerApril 19, 2018March 22, 2019

In a few short months, Walker County residents who live between Rossville and Chickamauga will encounter a new shopping experience. Food City’s replacement store on Mission Ridge Road will be nearly twice the size of the previous grocery, originally built by Red Foods 46-years ago.

Rossville’s new Food City to create new jobs

by Thom ChandlerApril 19, 2018December 14, 2018

The Roswell Fire Department, in partnership with Safe Kids North Fulton, Carl Black GMC and the Georgia Department of Public Health will offer free car seat inspections and education to parents and caregivers Saturday, May 5.

Roswell Fire Dept. hosts free car seat inspections

by Thom ChandlerApril 18, 2018March 22, 2019

Resurfacing on State Route 317 (Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road in Gwinnett County) will mean single lane closures during the evening hours between Interstate 85 and State Route 13 (Buford Hwy).

Expect single lane road closures on Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road this week

by Thom ChandlerApril 17, 2018December 14, 2018

Gordon County residents say they have been receiving phone calls from a person identifying himself as "Deputy Marshall" or "Deputy Davis." The caller attempts to collect fees or fines from the residents and is not affiliated in any way with the Gordon County Sheriff's Office.

Scam Alert: The Gordon County Sheriff’s office doesn’t call asking residents for money

by Thom ChandlerApril 17, 2018December 14, 2018