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State AG Chris Carr: We 'stand with GA’s farm families' and 'fought against' burdensome reform

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 23, 2025

Georgia's Attorney General Chris Carr expressed his support for farmers on National Agriculture Day, stating that he appreciates their contributions and opposes "burdensome" regulations affecting the agricultural sector.

State AG Chris Carr: Those who 'harass Jewish students & support Hamas' will be 'held accountable'

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 23, 2025

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced the state's support for federal efforts to combat campus antisemitism, emphasizing accountability for those who "harass Jewish students" or "support Hamas."

Gov. Kemp: Criminal illegals 'have no place in Georgia'

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 23, 2025

Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp announced new measures to hold "criminal illegals" accountable, asserting they have "no place" in the state and emphasizing efforts to keep communities "safe."

Georgia DOT announces lane closures for Interstate improvements

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced upcoming lane closures on Interstate 16 and surrounding interchanges as part of the 16@95 Improvement Projects.

Georgia prepares for education department's closure with new bill

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

President Donald J. Trump has completed plans to dismantle the United States Department of Education through an executive order.

Gwinnett County delegation plans virtual meeting on March 24

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

Members of the Gwinnett County House Legislative Delegation are scheduled to convene for a meeting on Monday, March 24, 2025.

New displaced left turn intersection opens on North Druid Hills Road

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced the opening of a new Displaced Left Turn (DLT) intersection on North Druid Hills Road at I-85.

Georgia DOT announces lane closures for construction near North Druid Hills

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced planned lane closures around Interstate 85 at State Route 42/North Druid Hills Road due to construction activities.

Georgia DOT announces lane closures for ongoing improvement projects

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced potential traffic impacts due to the 16@95 Improvement Projects, which involve widening I-16 and reconstructing the I-16/I-95 Interchange.

Rep. Kim Schofield hosts mobile career center at Georgia State Capitol

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

State Representative Kim Schofield, alongside Goodwill of North Georgia, will host a Mobile Career Center event on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Lane closures announced for I-85 @ North Druid Hills project

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced a series of lane closures and detours related to the I-85 at SR 42/North Druid Hills Road project in DeKalb County.

Georgia DOT announces temporary lane closures for major highway interchange project

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced temporary lane closures on the I-285/I-20 East Interchange project.

Georgia passes tort reform bill benefiting small businesses

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has expressed its approval following the passage of Senate Bill 68, a piece of legislation aimed at reducing lawsuit abuse and enhancing protections for small businesses in Georgia.

Georgia DOT announces road work schedule for March 22-28

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 21, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced ongoing road work across Southeast Georgia, which will continue from March 22 to March 28.

Georgia Power schedules I-575 power line repair; motorists advised of potential delays

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 20, 2025

Georgia Power plans to conduct power line repairs over Interstate 575 in Cherokee County, weather permitting.

Georgia Council on Literacy welcomes new member Rep. Demetrius Douglas

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 20, 2025

State Representative Demetrius Douglas has been appointed to the Georgia Council on Literacy by House Speaker Jon Burns.

Mangham plans Divine Nine and HBCU Day at Georgia Capitol

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 20, 2025

Senator Randal Mangham of Stone Mountain met with representatives from the Divine Nine sororities and fraternities, along with alumni from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), on March 11.