In new findings released today by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, it seems more families with children in Georgia require more affordable housing than ever before.
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Funding for 33 Rural Broadband Projects Unveiled by USDA
The Biden administration on Monday announced it will send $714 million to help rural areas in Georgia and 18 other states connect to the internet.
FDA Is Blowing Away Georgia’s Vaping Crisis | Opinion
The United States Congress recently held a hearing where questions were raised about the influx of Chinese-manufactured nicotine vaping products available in the United States today.
State Agencies Slow to Reopen Public Meetings to In-Person Access; DNR Reverts to Pre-pandemic Ways
It takes around four hours by car to go from Savannah to Atlanta – not an easy trip to make in time for a 9 a.m. weekday meeting of the state Board of Natural Resources.
Public to Get Limited Chance to Comment Before Vote to Remove ‘Woke’ Words From K-12 Lesson Plans
The Georgia Professional Standards Commission, a governor-appointed body whose roles include setting rules for Georgia’s teacher training programs, is set to meet Thursday afternoon to vote on a new batch of changes.
Cost Controversies Still Inflame Critics of Plant Vogtle Expansion As Kilowatts Go Online
Georgia Power customers have been vocal about their displeasure over ratepayers bearing the hefty tab for the nuclear power expansion at Plant Vogtle.
Mounting Research Documents the Harmful Effects of Social Media Use on Mental Health, Including Body Image and Development of Eating Disorders
Media influences and conventional beauty standards have long plagued society.
This issue took on new urgency in May 2023 when the U.S. surgeon general issued a major public advisory over the links between social media and youth mental health.
Backlash Grows on Removing DEI Standards from GA Teacher Training
Educator training programs in Georgia would not contain diversity, equity and inclusion terms, if the Georgia Professional Standards Commission decides this month to remove them.
Cannabis Equity: The Importance of Reform and Access to Dispensaries
The rise of medical cannabis dispensaries in Georgia is highlighting the need for reform and equitable access.
Rural Georgia Still Dialing 988 at Higher Rates As Calls Increase 12% Overall
Georgians living in rural communities continue to call into the national suicide prevention hotline at higher rates than other parts of the state as the one-year anniversary of the rollout of 988 approaches.