Media release from the Office of Governor Brian Kemp: Governor Brian P. Kemp on Friday delivered the keynote address at the second annual Governor’s Workforce Summit, during which he announced that Georgia has been named the No. 1 state for business for the 11th consecutive year by Area Development magazine. He also provided an update on the state…… read more »
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UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF GEORGIA IN FY2024 AWARDED AN ALL-TIME HIGH OF 76,571 DEGREES
Media release from the University System of Georgia: The overall number of degrees awarded by University System of Georgia (USG) institutions in FY2024 increased by 1.8% over the previous fiscal year, reaching a new all-time high of 76,571 degrees conferred annually.The number of degrees awarded has risen by 39.6% since USG joined the Complete College…… read more »
FLOYD COUNTY SCHOOLS COLLEGE AND CAREER ACADEMY WINS PRESTIGIOUS CCA OF THE YEAR AWARD
Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools: Floyd County Schools (FCS) is proud to announce that the FCS College and Career Academy (CCA) has been awarded the prestigious College and Career Academy of the Year Award, sponsored by Georgia Power. This honor recognizes our commitment to excellence in education, innovative programs, and dedication to preparing students…… read more »
BROOKS MATHIS ELECTED 2024-2025 CHAIR FOR THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BOARD OF GOVERNORS
Media release from the Heart of the Community Foundation: Brooks Mathis, a native of Rome, has been appointed chairman of the 2024-2025 Heart of the Community Foundation Board of Governors. Brooks is the Business Development Officer for LGE Community Credit Union. He is a graduate of Leadership Rome and now serves on the advisory committee…… read more »
ATRIUM HEALTH FLOYD-POLK FOUNDATION AWARDS $1.3 MILLION IN GRANTS TO BENEFIT AREA GROUPS
Media release from Atrium Health Floyd: Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation awarded more than $1.3 million in grants to Atrium Health Floyd Medical Center and Atrium Health Floyd Polk Medical Center, which will be used to support 33 community agencies as part of their inaugural Community Impact Grant cycle for 2024. The awards were announced Wednesday,…… read more »
GNTC ANNOUNCES PRESIDENT’S AND DEAN’S LISTS FOR SUMMER 2024
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: Georgia Northwestern Technical College is proud to announce the students on the President’s and Dean’s Lists for the 2024 summer semester. To be eligible for the President’s List, the student must maintain a GPA of 3.8 or higher during the semester with a course load of at least…… read more »
NORTHWEST GEORGIA HUNGER MINISTRIES URGES LOCALS TO VOLUNTEER AND TAKE ACTION AGAINST HUNGER
Northwest Georgia Hunger Ministries seeks new volunteers as we continue to get closer to the holiday season. Now is a great time to pitch in your assistance as September is observed as Hunger Action Month, says Lindsey Kilby, Executive Director. She adds that September through December is the busiest time of year for her organization.…… read more »
THE SALVATION ARMY OF ROME, GA ANNOUNCES REGISTRATION DATES FOR 2024 ANGEL TREE PROGRAM
Media release from The Salvation Army of Rome, GA: The Salvation Army of Rome, GA is pleased to announce that the registration dates for the 2024 Angel Tree program are set. Registrations will be taken in person at The Salvation Army, 317 E. 1st Avenue in Rome, Georgia on Tuesdays and Thursdays in October, beginning October…… read more »
GHC STUDENT KARA KING NAMED A 2024 COCA-COLA LEADERS OF PROMISE SCHOLAR
Media release from Georgia Highlands College: Kara King, who is on her way to earning both an Associate and a Bachelor of Business in Healthcare Management degree from Georgia Highlands College (GHC), was recently named a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar. The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program helps new Phi Theta Kappa members…… read more »
AAA: GEORGIANS ARE ALREADY BOOKING HOLIDAY TRAVEL
Media release from AAA – The Auto Club Group: The summer travel season just came to an end and Georgians are already beginning to make travel plans for the year-end holidays. According to the new AAA survey, nearly two-thirds of residents (64%) plan to take an overnight vacation between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. More than a third…… read more »