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Georgia: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.6% of income in 2022

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.6% of income in Georgia, providing an average of $1,449 per capita to residents.

Traffic shift on State Route 20 set for March due to road widening

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

State Route 20 in Henry County is set to undergo a traffic shift due to a road widening project.

Georgia's agriculture commissioner supports USDA's plan against avian flu

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper has expressed his support for USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins' recently announced plan to tackle avian influenza and reduce egg prices.

Georgia DOT announces lane closures for major interchange project

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced a series of lane closures as part of the ongoing I-285/I-20 East Interchange project.

Lane closures scheduled for construction near North Druid Hills

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

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

Georgia DOT announces nightly detours for US 280 widening project

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) contractors are set to begin nightly detours as part of the US 280 Widening Project.

Lane closures scheduled for I-20 in Morgan County beginning March

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

Traffic on Interstate 20 in Morgan County will be affected by lane closures from March 1 to March 8 due to the CR 249/Old Mill Road Interchange Project.

Georgia DOT announces Southeast roadwork schedule impacting traffic

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will continue essential road work throughout Southeast Georgia from Saturday, March 1 to Friday, March 7.

Rep. Al Williams appointed to rules subcommittee on lawsuit reform

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

State Representative Al Williams of Macon has been appointed to the Rules Subcommittee on Lawsuit Reform by Speaker Jon Burns from Newington. Rep. Williams also expressed his approval for the advancement of House Bill 576, a piece of legislation...

Senator Merritt to discuss family and workforce justice agenda at press conference

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

Senator Nikki Merritt is set to host a press conference today, February 28, at 1:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Georgia State Capitol on the South Steps, located at 206 Washington St., Atlanta, GA 30334.

Georgia Senate passes bill on third-party litigation financing

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

The Georgia Senate has approved Senate Bill 69, a legislative measure aimed at regulating Third-Party Litigation Financing (TPLF) in the state.

Georgia House passes IVF protection bill

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

Yesterday, House Bill 428, introduced by State Representative Lehman Franklin of Statesboro and prioritized by House Speaker Jon Burns of Newington, received unanimous approval in the House.

Georgia DOT announces lane closures for major interstate improvement projects

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

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

Georgia DOT announces interstate lane closures for improvement projects

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced planned lane closures on Interstate 16 and the I-16/I-95 Interchange, as part of the ongoing 16@95 Improvement Projects.

Georgia DOT announces January awards totaling over $18 million for construction and safety

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced the awarding of eight projects aimed at construction and safety improvements in January.

Georgia House passes bill honoring expelled Black legislators

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

State Representative Carl Gilliard of Savannah expressed his appreciation following the unanimous passage of House Bill 303, known as the Original 33 Memorial Act, in the Georgia House of Representatives.

Rep. Doreen Carter honors Bass Reeves Gun Club at State Capitol

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

State Representative Doreen Carter recently recognized the Bass Reeves Gun Club (BRGC) on the House Floor of the State Capitol in honor of its 10th anniversary. Rep. Carter emphasized the importance of firearm ownership being coupled with safety,...

Macon-Bibb County continues improvements on major interstate interchange

By Peach Tree Times | Feb 28, 2025

Contractors for the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will continue construction activities related to the I-16/I-75 Interchange Improvement Project in Macon-Bibb County from February 28 to March 7, 2025.