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Mortgage Rates May Be Slipping

by Charley BlaineSeptember 10, 2023October 10, 2023

About 45,000 Georgia students participated in dual enrollment last year, taking college-level classes for both college and high school credit.

Georgia may shrink dual enrollment options for high school students

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderSeptember 10, 2023September 24, 2023

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Shocking Study Reveals 160 Medical Records Breaches in Georgia: Are Your Medical Records Secure?

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareSeptember 7, 2023September 7, 2023

Dr. Mandy Cohen ATLANTA – While there’s been an uptick of COVID-19 cases heading into the fall, help is on the way, Dr. Mandy Cohen, the new director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), said Wednesday. A new booster shot will be available as early as next week, Cohen said at

CDC Chief says COVID is here to stay

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 6, 2023September 6, 2023

The Gist: Georgia drivers are experiencing an increase in gas prices as they head out for Labor Day. The average price for regular unleaded gasoline in Georgia now stands at $3.60 per gallon.

Gas prices are up for Labor Day in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2023September 4, 2023

The Gist: A typical school day took a sharp turn for the worse when two parents assaulted a bus driver on bus route 1926 at Chapel Hill Elementary School in DeKalb County. The incident occurred in front of students who were on their way home.

Two DeKalb County parents boarded a school bus and assaulted the driver. What we know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2023August 30, 2023

Your drive near local schools might now include a camera flash if you're going too fast. Five new speed enforcement cameras are online, a move to slow down speedsters near schools and make routes safer for kids.

Gwinnett gets more school zone cameras. Here’s where they are

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2023

A new variant of the coronavirus has cropped up this summer and -- while not as serious or deadly as the 2020 version and some of its variants -- has a high spread of infection.

Morris Brown College Reinstates Coronavirus Mask Mandate Following Positive Cases

by Thom ChandlerAugust 23, 2023

A study found a "significant association" between COVID-19 and the development of persistent high blood pressure.
The post New research warns that COVID-19 may trigger high blood pressure appeared first on Talker.

New research warns that COVID-19 may trigger high blood pressure

by Stephen Beech | SWNSAugust 21, 2023August 21, 2023

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Gas prices inch down in Georgia but weather could send prices back up

by Thom ChandlerAugust 21, 2023August 21, 2023

The Cobb County School District rejected the advice of a disciplinary tribunal Thursday night and terminated Katie Rinderle, the elementary school teacher who came under fire from some parents after reading a picture book touching on topics of gender fluidity.

Cobb School Board votes to fire teacher who read book about gender identity despite tribunal’s recommendation

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderAugust 18, 2023August 18, 2023

AUGUSTA -- A student was shot at TW Josey High School on Wednesday, intensifying fears and concerns about the surge in youth violence plaguing Richmond County.

Student injured in school shooting at Georgia high school

by Thom ChandlerAugust 16, 2023August 16, 2023

Over two decades ago, an unexpected encounter on a Disney World bus led Dr. Elizabeth Goff to a fulfilling career in Cobb County's schools. Today, after touching countless lives and earning the admiration of both peers and students, Dr. Goff has been honored as the 2023 Cobb County School District Teacher of the Year.

Meet Cobb County’s 2023 teacher of the year

by Thom ChandlerAugust 16, 2023

A panel of former educators sided with Katie Rinderle, the Cobb County teacher accused of violating state laws on parental rights and controversial topics, rejecting a decision to fire her Monday.

Tribunal says Cobb County teacher who was fired under Georgia’s divisive concepts law should keep her job

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderAugust 15, 2023August 15, 2023

MILLEDGEVILLE — The City of Milledgeville's Water and Sewer Department has issued a Boil Water Advisory for of 127 Blandy Rd., Meriweather Circle, Pine Lane Drive, and Stevens Drive. This advisory comes as a result of a water main break that has caused a significant drop in water pressure in these areas.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for Several Locations in Milledgeville

by Thom ChandlerAugust 14, 2023August 14, 2023

What Happened?: After a recent surge, gas prices in Georgia have begun to ease. The average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline now stands at $3.63, a 3-cent drop from last week. However, this is still 35 cents higher than a month ago and 11 cents more than the same time last year.

Are gas prices in Georgia starting to go down?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 14, 2023

The case is believed to be the first time a Georgia teacher is facing job loss under Georgia’s 2022 divisive concepts and parental rights laws, and the hearing saw both sides accuse the other of playing politics.

Cobb teacher grilled over book on gender roles in test of Georgia’s ‘divisive concepts’ law

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderAugust 11, 2023August 11, 2023

The Gist: Georgia drivers are feeling the pinch at the pump as gas prices continue to rise, with the average price for regular unleaded gasoline now at $3.66 per gallon. However, relief may be on the horizon as oil prices soften and refinery operations normalize.

Gas prices continue to soar in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 7, 2023September 24, 2023

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