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Okefenokee Tug-O-War Is Long Way From Over | Opinion
The opposing sides are not barefoot on Jekyll Island’s beach, but there’s a definite line drawn in the sand.
Inflation Hasn’t Increased US Food Insecurity Overall, According to Our New Tracker
Grocery prices soared by 11.8% in 2022 – the swiftest pace since the early 1980s. Rapid inflation is, naturally, leading to concerns that it’s getting harder for Americans to put food on the table.
New Changes to Medicare Set to Benefit Georgia Seniors
Big changes are underway for Medicare participants, after historic legislation put them in motion this month.
US Sees Economic Growth in Fourth Quarter
A Department of Commerce statement, released on Thursday, January 26, reported fourth quarter and year-end preliminary findings on the US economy.
Hawks Avoid Collapse Against Thunder
The Atlanta Hawks ended their short 2-game losing streak with a 137-132 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday night.
Postal Service On-Time Performance Similar in Rural, Urban Areas, Report Finds
Challenges with the cash-strapped United States Postal Service sent many Americans to their wit’s end during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in communities reliant on the mail for essential goods.
As State Jobs Increase, Unemployment Stays the Same
In December, the Georgia unemployment rate was 3.0 percent which is the same as the unemployment rate in November.
New Georgia House Speaker Says State Tobacco Tax Hike Is Possible, Dims Hopes for Medicaid Expansion
If anyone was harboring hope that a new House speaker might want to take a fresh look at full Medicaid expansion in Georgia, House Speaker Jon Burns dumped cold water on that Thursday.
Times Runs Short for Public To Weigh In on State Mining Permit for Edge of the Okefenokee Swamp
The clock is ticking down for the public to voice its opinion on a proposed heavy metals strip mine near the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.