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Local Georgia Lumber Distributor Announces Plant Closure and Layoff of its Entire Staff
Hood Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer and distributor of plywood and lumber, has announced the permanent closure of its facility located at 1033 South Reynolds Street, Metcalfe, Georgia. The closure is expected to affect 105 employees and is slated for November 10, 2023. The announcement was made through a WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) notice.
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Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Rejects Request from Trump Supporters to Oust Fanni Willis
In the weeks following Fulton County District Attorny Fanni Willis' announcement of indictments against former President Donald Trump and 18 of his associates, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp publicly rejected the notion that a state special session should be called to remove or reprimand Willis.
This Georgia City Has The Fourth Highest Human Trafficking Rate In America
Human trafficking remains one of the most pressing and clandestine issues facing the world today. While global efforts are underway to combat this heinous crime, certain cities in the U.S. have become significant hotspots. Atlanta, Georgia, stands out as one such city, ranking fourth in the nation for its alarming rates of human trafficking. Drawing from a comprehensive report by InsiderMonkey, this article delves into the intricacies of Atlanta's human trafficking scenario.
Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell Surrender on Georgia Election Subversion Charges
In a dramatic development, Rudy Giuliani and Sidney Powell, two key lawyers who led Donald Trump's efforts to challenge the 2020 election results, surrendered to authorities in Georgia on Wednesday. They face multiple charges, including violating the state's racketeering act and soliciting a public officer to breach their oath.
Georgia Governor Mad at Whitmer Over Ads
Michigan recent;ly started an ad campaign targeting people in conservative states highlighting Michigan’s new laws protecting reproductive rights and the LGBTQ community. “People want to create homes in places where they know that their leaders and laws align with their values,” Whitmer said in a statement.
Georgia Can’t Change State’s 5-Year Pardon Wait Unless State Democrats Assist
Advisors to two of Georgia's most powerful Republican politicians dampened prospects of any reforms that would give Gov. Brian Kemp (R) direct authority to pardon those convicted of crimes, including former President Donald Trump.
Governor Kemp Surprises Georgia With Amazing News
Governor Brian Kemp recently announced an investment of over $200 million and hundreds of new jobs... Kia will invest more than $200 million and create nearly 200 new jobs at its West Point plant in Georgia, according to Governor Brian Kemp. The reason for the move is reportedly to help the company accommodate the assembly of its all-electric EV9 three-row SUV.
Governor Brian P. Kemp Surprised Georgia with Good News
Governor Kemp announced good news for Georgia. The state has been drumming up investment deals. The efforts were to secure more job opportunities for residents. This new investment will see West Point, Georgia deepen its relationship with the EV production industry.
Brian Kemp Makes Big Announcement About Georgia's Economy
Governor Brian Kemp recently made a big announcement about the economy in Georgia... Governor Brian Kemp recently announced that Georgia received AAA ratings with a stable outlook from all three major credit rating agencies.
Governor Kemp Surprises Georgia With Amazing News
Governor Brian Kemp recently announced nearly $15 million in grants for broadband expansion across the state of Georgia... Governor Brian Kemp recently announced nearly $15 million in preliminary grant awards for broadband internet expansion via the Capital Projects Fund Grant Program. These grants will help communities, households, businesses, and anchor institutions in several Georgia counties improve their connectivity, per a press release by the Governor's office.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Vetoes City Charter Bill, Leaving Thomasville in Limbo
In a surprising turn of events, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has vetoed House Bill 680, which sought to amend the charter for the City of Thomasville. The bill, proposed by Representative Taylor of the 173rd district, aimed to reapportion the city council and board of education election districts. Governor Kemp's veto has left the city in a state of uncertainty, with implications for its governance and representation.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Tells Republicans to Move Forward from Election Fraud Allegations
During a private Republican National Committee donor retreat in Nashville on Saturday, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp urged his party members to move on from the 2020 presidential election. Kemp made a veiled reference to former President Donald Trump and his repeated claims of election fraud, suggesting that it would not help the Republican nominee win over swing voters in key states.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Slams Trump for Meeting with White Supremacist
A story in today's Atlanta Journal Constitution reports that Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp criticized former President Donald Trump's dinner party with Nick Fuentes. “Racism, antisemitism and denial of the Holocaust have no place in the Republican Party and are completely un-American.” nation’s most prominent white nationalist figure,” said Kemp.
New Georgia Talk Show Host Draws State's Politicians and Power Brokers for In-Depth Discussions
Few Americans can imagine the magnitude of the pressure Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger from elected officials, voters and a sitting president, when Donald Trump asked him to "find the votes" to overturn Trump's 2020 Election loss in Georgia to now President Joe Biden. When Raffensperger joined Georgia political talk show host Ben Burnett, the now nationally-known state leader explained how his political and personal life were transformed by that historical phone call, which was ultimately replayed to millions of people across the globe.
Don Bolia and Laura Norton Evaluate Georgia's Elected Leadership
Don Bolia and Laura Norton stopped by the Ben Burnett Show to talk about the personalities of Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones and Georgia Speaker of the House John Burns. Mr. Bolia and Ms. Norton run Peachtree Government Relations in Atlanta, known as the state of Georgia's most powerful law firm.