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National Cotton Council’s Fountain visits Texhong factory: 'It has been a progression of industry involvement'

By Bree Gonzales | Jun 29, 2022

A group of Americans working in the cotton sector recently visited the Texhong Renze Vietnam factory, including Kent Fountain, the immediate past chairman of the National Cotton Council.

Dublin-Laurens County Chamber of Commerce's Women in Business Ladies Golf Day happens Wednesday

By Bree Gonzales | Jul 14, 2021

The Dublin-Laurens County Chamber of Commerce will be holding its Women in Business Ladies Golf Day at the Dublin Country Club on Wednesday, July 28.

Georgians must report job searches as 'part of the reemployment process'

By Bree Gonzales | Jul 10, 2021

Georgians claiming unemployment insurance must submit verifiable proof of three job search contacts as part of the state Department of Labor's weekly certification process.

Augusta Metro Chamber names top Young Professionals to Watch

By Bree Gonzales | Jul 10, 2021

The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce named this year’s Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch.

Senate passes SB67 to boost voter confidence and election integrity

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 19, 2021

The Georgia Senate has recently passed SB67, which would require voters to provide a photo ID when requesting an absentee ballot.

House GOP: COVID-19 relief bill is 90 percent Democratic wish list

By Bree Gonzales | Mar 1, 2021

House Republicans are telling President Joe Biden there's plenty to cut from his COVID-19 relief bill, pointing out only “nine percent of the bill actually includes spending related to combatting the virus.”

Fulton County election director voted to be terminated from office

By Bree Gonzales | Feb 22, 2021

Fulton County Election Director Richard Barron, who has faced backlash concerning several issues was voted to be removed from his post.

Allen: Democrats' H.R.1 is a blatant power grab

By Bree Gonzales | Feb 11, 2021

U.S. Rep. Rick Allen (R-Ga) criticized H.R.1 - For the People Act of 2021 introduced by Democrats stating that it is a “federal takeover” of elections and “a blatant power grab.”