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Senate committee meeting on corrections facilities scheduled for November 15

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 13, 2024

The Senate Department of Corrections Facilities Study Committee is set to convene for its third meeting on Friday, November 15, at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be chaired by Majority Whip Sen.

GreenBox Systems invests $144 million in Jackson distribution center

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 13, 2024

Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that GreenBox Systems LLC will invest $144 million in a new distribution facility in Jackson, Georgia.

Free fuel offered at 'Gas on God' event for those in need

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 13, 2024

State Representative Kim Schofield will join Pastor Jessie Simms and local leaders for the "Gas on God" event in College Park, Georgia.

Which type of Georgia companies were inspected the most by FDA in Q3?

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted 16 inspections at 14 Food and Cosmetics companies from Georgia in the third quarter of 2024.

Number of VA loans issued in Georgia increased by 220.9% from Q3 2023 to Q3 2024

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 12, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 6,178 home loans in Georgia, totaling $2.1 billion, during the third quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Houston Gaines re-elected as vice chairman of Georgia's House Majority Caucus

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 12, 2024

State Representative Houston Gaines has been re-elected as Vice Chairman of the House Majority Caucus for the 2025-2026 legislative term.

Intersection dedication honors Carolyn Long Banks in Atlanta

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 12, 2024

State Representative Mesha Mainor of Atlanta is set to host a memorial intersection dedication for Carolyn Long Banks, who was the first Black woman elected to the Atlanta City Council.

Georgia: Drugs companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Georgia in Q3

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 11, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Drugs companies from Georgia in the third quarter of 2024.

VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Georgia in Q3 vs. Q2 2024

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 9, 2024

The VA issued 603 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Georgia during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 933 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Average VA home loan amount in Georgia increases from 2022 to 2023

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 8, 2024

The average VA loan amount for Georgia in the fiscal year 2023 was $326,395, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Georgia reports drop in October tax revenues due to various factors

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 8, 2024

The State of Georgia reported a decline in net tax collections for October, totaling $2.53 billion, which represents a decrease of $89.7 million or 3.4% compared to the same period in FY 2024 when collections were $2.62 billion.

Senator Brandon Beach calls for unity post-2024 election

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 8, 2024

Today, Senator Brandon Beach of Alpharetta, who chairs the Senate Committee on Economic Development and Tourism, released a statement urging national unity after the 2024 Presidential Election.

Deadline approaches for curing Georgia ballots with issues

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 7, 2024

Voters in Georgia have until 5 p.m. on November 7 to address any issues with their vote-by-mail or provisional ballots to ensure they are counted.

Analysis: Georgia among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Peach Tree Times | Nov 6, 2024

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Peach Tree Times shows that Georgia is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.