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The Gist: Georgia ranks low in WalletHub's 2023 report on the best and worst states to have a baby, with particularly concerning figures in areas such as infant mortality rate, low birth-weight rate, and availability of pediatricians and family medicine physicians.

Georgia ranked as one of the worst places to have a baby. Here’s why

by Thom ChandlerAugust 7, 2023August 8, 2023

The Gist: Fulton County Schools has opted into the Community Eligibility Provision, a federal program designed to streamline the process of providing free school meals. This change eliminates meal applications, leading to reduced administrative and printing costs and less paperwork for families.

Some Fulton County schools will provide free breakfast and lunch for all students

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023

Noah Popp, a junior at Sequoyah High School in Cherokee County, has garnered the $5,000 Student Scoreboard Scholarship from Formetco Sports. Popp's innovative use of the company's video LED scoreboard technology at football games and other events has not only bagged him the financial boost, but also a consultancy role with the firm.

Sequoyah High School Junior Nets Impressive Scholarship for Innovative Scoreboard Skills

by Thom ChandlerAugust 4, 2023August 4, 2023

In a bid to boost film, media, and computing education in Georgia, the University of West Georgia and Great Point Studios are putting pen to paper on a groundbreaking partnership. The deal promises to not only enrich academic programs but also catalyze local economic growth.

University of West Georgia and Great Point Studios Collaborate to Shape the Future of Film and Media

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023

PlayHop, a children's learning platform hosted on YouTube, has announced a new addition to its educational repertoire -- a fun and informative bus safety video.

Georgia mom launches bus safety video to help students head back to school

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023

The Report: Framing the conversation around the ever-increasing average student loan debt that is now at a staggering $37,000 per borrower, WalletHub cast a broad net to identify the friendliest and unfriendliest states for those dealing with student loans. Their comparative analysis looked at the 50 states and the District of Columbia using 12 key metrics, with data ranging from the average student debt to the unemployment rate for the 25 to 34 age group, and even considered the percentage of students with past-due loan balances.

How big of a problem is student loan debt in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2023August 2, 2023

Liz Coyle ATLANTA – The state should require hospitals planning to close or eliminate core medical services to give 180 days written notice, the head of a statewide consumer advocacy group said Tuesday. That six months lead time should involve a review that would include a third-party assessment and a public hearing, Liz Coyle, executive

Consumer advocate calls on Georgia lawmakers to require more notice of hospital closures

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceAugust 1, 2023September 24, 2023

Thanks to a joint venture, local faith leaders and the DeKalb County Government are gearing up to hand out 5,000 book bags chock-full of school supplies and 5,000 boxes packed with fresh produce, chicken, and lunch box goodies.

8 DeKalb County churches will partner with the county to provide 5,000 book bags to students

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2023

Medical emergencies are the main reason people go to the Emergency Room (ER). Clinicians are required to adhere to a set protocol. Malpractice, commonly called ER negligence, is a fairly frequent outcome of the frenetic background that characterizes ERs. We look at causes and advise you how to handle malpractice if it involves you as a victim.

When Things go Wrong in the Emergency Room

by Special to The Georgia SunJuly 31, 2023July 31, 2023

kids raising hands in class

The ‘Early Birds’ of the South: Why Does School Start So Early in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2023July 31, 2023

But amid the hustle of back-to-school prep, the Canton Police Department has some reminders for us all – primarily about school bus safety.

A Handy Back-to-School Bus Safety Refresher

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2023July 31, 2023

Woman in yellow shirt while filling up her car with gasoline

Gas prices in Georgia are up 19 cents per gallon this week

by Thom ChandlerJuly 31, 2023September 24, 2023

The Gist: Parents of Cobb County students, mark your calendars. An early dismissal is scheduled for April 8 as part of the recently announced school calendar. This isn't just any other day; it's the date of a partial solar eclipse and the school district is taking no chances when it comes to student safety.

Citing safety concerns, Cobb County announces early release day on date of solar eclipse

by Thom ChandlerJuly 29, 2023July 29, 2023

If you suddenly start to experience one specific thing, don't write it off.

This is The #1 Early Pregnancy Symptom Most People Miss, According to an OB/GYN

by Bobbi DempseyJuly 29, 2023July 29, 2023

Valdosta High School's leadership is changing hands. Dr. Alex Alvarez, currently the Director of K-12 Science, STEM, Gifted, and AVID at Valdosta City Schools, will serve as the interim principal of the high school. Alvarez, who boasts more than 17 years of service with the district and almost 22 years in the field of education, steps into the role with ample experience under his belt.

Meet the interim principal for Valdosta High School

by Thom ChandlerJuly 29, 2023July 29, 2023

Taking a Test

Are Georgia students recovering from pandemic learning loss?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJuly 28, 2023July 28, 2023

The Gist: A first-of-its-kind Obstetric Emergency Department dedicated to pregnant and postpartum patients has been opened by AdventHealth Gordon, enhancing the level of care for expectant mothers in Northwest Georgia.

AdventHealth Gordon Introduces First-Ever Obstetric Emergency Department in Northwest Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJuly 28, 2023July 28, 2023

The Gist: Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA) and Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) recently introduced the Preventing Maternal Deaths Reauthorization Act of 2023, a bipartisan legislation aimed at supporting maternal health and reducing disparities in maternal health outcomes.

Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock wants to do something about maternal death rates

by Thom ChandlerJuly 27, 2023July 27, 2023

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