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Effingham County Granted Federal Major Disaster Declaration Status

October 4, 2024 Official News Releases

On September 30, 2024, President Joseph R. Biden Jr., granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Georgia triggering the release of Federal funds to help people and communities recover from Hurricane Helene that began September 24, 2024, and continuing.

Jackson, Georgia: From Sleepy Town to Global Destination, Thanks to the Duffer Brothers and Stranger Things

September 25, 2024 Official News Releases

In the heart of Georgia, just an hour south of Atlanta, the small town of Jackson has undergone a remarkable transformation, all thanks to Netflix’s global phenomenon Stranger Things.

Georgia Department of Transportation Prepares for Statewide Impacts Expected from Helene

September 25, 2024 Official News Releases

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is monitoring Hurricane Helene as it is expected to bring damaging winds, heavy rainfall and flooding statewide.

Savannah to Unveil New Historical Marker at World War II Memorial

September 16, 2024 Official News Releases

City of Savannah officials, staff, and community stakeholders will unveil a new historical marker at the World War II Memorial “A World Apart” on River Street on Thursday, Sept. 19.

Rep. Imani Barnes Commends Auditor’s Report Aligning with Safe Teens Act

September 13, 2024 Official News Releases

State Rep. Imani Barnes, D-Tucker, expressed her support for the findings in a recently released report from the Georgia Department of Audits and Accounts, which aligns with the provisions of her proposed legislation, House Bill 914, also known as the Safe Teens Act.

Sen. John Albers Announces Legislative Priority to Hold Deadbeat Parents Accountable

September 5, 2024 Official News Releases

Today, Sen. John Albers, R–Roswell, announced his plans to introduce legislation in the upcoming legislative session to hold deadbeat parents accountable for failing to meet their obligations to provide for their children.

Study Commission Releases Report on the Future of Gaming in Ohio

July 13, 2024 Official News Releases

The Study Commission on the Future of Gaming in Ohio today released its report on the future of gaming in Ohio, announced Committee Co-Chairman State Rep. Jay Edwards, R-Nelsonville.

New Jersey plan extending annual $20 million subsides to boost horse racing goes to governor

June 28, 2024 Official News Releases

New Jersey Assemblyman Alex Sauickie’s bill extending state subsidies to support prizes for winning racehorses through fiscal year 2029 was sent to the governor’s desk on Friday.

Savannah launches new online portal for short-term vacation rentals management

June 26, 2024 Official News Releases

The city of Savannah has launched a new online portal for the management of short-term vacation rentals and the enforcement of the city’s STVR ordinance.

A sign at Glover Park in Marietta, Ga., on Aug. 16, 2020, urges visitors to wear masks and practice social distancing.

Georgia COVID-19 Drive-Through Testing Sites Closing

June 21, 2024 Official News Releases

The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is closing all remaining COVID-19 community testing sites. The last day to be tested for COVID-19 at a community testing site will be June 30, 2024.