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The Gist: University of West Georgia and Georgia Highlands College have joined forces to establish a partnership that will create a seamless pathway for nursing students between the two institutions. This collaboration aims to enhance educational opportunities and provide a streamlined transition for students pursuing nursing careers.

University of West Georgia and Georgia Highlands College join forces for nursing students

by Thom ChandlerJuly 6, 2023July 6, 2023

As of Thursday, the E. coli contamination in Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area continues to be a cause for concern and the river is closed downstream of Roswell.

E. Coli Levels Are Still Too High in the Chattahoochee River

by Thom ChandlerJuly 6, 2023October 10, 2023

Based on 2023 survey data, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has an approval rating of 60% and a disapproval rating of 33%. Based on these figures, Kemp ranks as the 11th most popular state governor in the country.

Georgia By The Numbers

How does Brian Kemp’s approval rating compare to other U.S. governors?

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareJuly 5, 2023July 5, 2023

The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for the northern part of Georgia. The watch is in effect until 9 p.m. tonight.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued for North Georgia until 9 p.m.

by Thom ChandlerJuly 1, 2023July 1, 2023

Be prepared for potentially strong to severe storms, capable of producing damaging wind gusts, large hail, frequent lightning, and heavy localized rainfall. In the far north, there's a Slight Risk (level 2 out of 5) of severe weather, while the rest of north and central Georgia has a Marginal Risk (level 1 out of 5).

Weather Update: Soaring heat indexes and thunderstorms move into Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJune 30, 2023June 30, 2023

Georgia residents are bracing themselves for scorching temperatures this weekend, with apparent temperatures set to soar into the 100°-110° range.

Temperatures in Georgia will spike to 112 degrees this weekend

by Thom ChandlerJune 29, 2023September 24, 2023

Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns ATLANTA – Finding enough money to attract and retain state law enforcement officers promises to be the top priority for a Georgia House “working group” on public safety that held its first meeting Tuesday. House Speaker Jon Burns, who formed the committee earlier this year, read a passage from Georgia’s

Crime

Bigger Paychecks, Better Public Safety: Georgia works to tackle state patrol officer shortage

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 27, 2023June 27, 2023

What's Next?: The report offers a series of money-saving strategies, which residents can implement to lessen the financial burden. These strategies can help alleviate the stress caused by rising prices, giving Georgians a roadmap to better personal finances.

Georgia By The Numbers

51% of Georgia Residents Are ‘Very Stressed’ About Their Finances — Are You One of Them?

by Thom ChandlerJune 27, 2023June 27, 2023

Here are the 10 coldest counties in Georgia

by Nicole Caldwell, Data Work By Emma RubinJune 26, 2023June 26, 2023

Road Trips and Gas Prices: Nearly 85% of all travelers will opt for a road trip. This adds up to 43.2 million Americans driving to their holiday destinations and over 1.4 million Georgians. Gas prices are predicted to stay lower than the $4.31 per gallon seen on July 4th, 2022, with the current average below $3.39 per gallon.

Traffic & Transportation

Traveling for July 4th? Here are the best and worst times to hit the road

by Thom ChandlerJune 26, 2023June 26, 2023

Expect scattered showers and the rumbling of thunderstorms across much of north and central regions today, with isolated occurrences extending into the weekend.

Scattered storms and high temperatures expected in Georgia this week

by Thom ChandlerJune 26, 2023June 26, 2023

The Gist: Georgia drivers have seen a slight decrease in gas prices just in time for the July 4 weekend.

Gas prices in Georgia slip down ahead of July 4th

by Thom ChandlerJune 26, 2023June 26, 2023

Thermometer

Unleashing the Inferno: How to Conquer Georgia’s Scorching Summers

by Thom ChandlerJune 25, 2023June 25, 2023

Georgia's weekend weather is typical for summer this weekend with highs around 90 degrees, and a slight chance of rain.

Your weekend weather forecast for Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJune 24, 2023June 24, 2023

ATLANTA – Controversial legislation imposing mandatory minimum prison terms for gang recruitment in Georgia will take effect July 1. Senate Bill 44 is one of dozens of bills the General Assembly passed this year that will become law with the start of a new fiscal year. Passed by the legislature’s Republican majorities along party lines,

Your Government

Here are the new laws that start in Georgia in July 2023

by Thom ChandlerJune 23, 2023June 23, 2023

Mike Register ATLANTA – The director of the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is returning to a former job after less than a year at the helm of the state agency. The Cobb County Commission is scheduled to vote Tuesday on making Mike Register the county’s director of public safety. Register served in that post

The GBI’s new director is heading back to his old job in Cobb County after less than a year

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 23, 2023June 23, 2023

Police officers SWAT

Georgia By The Numbers

Law Enforcement Agencies in Georgia Have Acquired Millions of Dollars in Military Equipment

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareJune 23, 2023June 23, 2023

UGA football uniforms rank #10 in new nationwide survey

by Thom ChandlerJune 22, 2023July 31, 2023