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News from March 2025

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Georgia celebrates agriculture with week-long events and activities

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is encouraging residents to take part in Georgia Ag Week from March 17 to 23, 2025.

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Senator James to address importance of International Diaspora Day

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

ATLANTA — Sen.

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Governor Kemp declares emergency ahead of severe weather in Georgia

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

Governor Brian P. Kemp has declared a State of Emergency across Georgia in anticipation of severe weather expected to hit the state late Saturday night into Sunday morning.

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Georgia expands partnership with ICE for enhanced immigration enforcement

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

Governor Brian P. Kemp and the Department of Public Safety (DPS) have announced an expanded partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to train all 1,100 sworn officers under DPS through the 287(g) Program.

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Georgia DOT announces week-long lane closures for Transform 285/400 Project

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced lane closures on I-285 and SR 400 as part of the Transform 285/400 Project.

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Georgia DOT begins major road widening project in Union County

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has initiated a new infrastructure project in Union County, granting a Notice To Proceed (NTP) to AIS Infrastructure, LLC.

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Rep. Butch Parrish reappointed vice chairman of GWCCA overview committee

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

State Representative Butch Parrish has been reappointed as vice chairman of the Geo. L. Smith II Georgia World Congress Center Authority Overview Committee by House Speaker Jon Burns.

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Georgia lawmakers announce post-session town hall meeting

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

State Representative Dar'shun Kendrick, along with State Senators Randal Mangham and Tonya Anderson, will host a joint town hall meeting to discuss the 2025 legislative session.

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Gwinnett legislative delegation holds virtual meeting on local bills

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

Members of the House and Senate Gwinnett County Legislative Delegation are scheduled to hold a joint meeting today, March 17, 2025.

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Georgia introduces bill aimed at protecting girls' sports

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, Riley Gaines, a female athlete, competed in the 200-meter freestyle final at the NCAA Women’s Championships in Georgia.

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Governor Kemp announces key judicial appointments across Georgia

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

Governor Brian P. Kemp has announced several judicial appointments to fill vacancies in Georgia's court system.

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Lane closures scheduled for major roads in Georgia starting March

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 17, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced lane closures on I-285 and SR 400, starting March 17 and running through March 24, 2025.

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Georgia DOT urges caution during daylight savings time

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 15, 2025

As Georgians prepare for the upcoming daylight savings time on Sunday, March 9, the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) is urging drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution.

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Georgia DOT announces lane closures for interstate improvement projects

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 14, 2025

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

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Lane closure announced for I-20 westbound near mile marker 103

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 14, 2025

A lane closure is scheduled on Interstate 20 westbound at mile marker 103 as part of the CR 249/Old Mill Road interchange project.

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New displaced left turn intersection opening on North Druid Hills Road

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 14, 2025

Motorists traveling on North Druid Hills Road should prepare for changes as a new displaced left turn intersection is set to open on March 22.

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Democratic Caucus Chair Sen. Elena Parent to hold post-Crossover Day town hall

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 14, 2025

Senator Elena Parent, Chair of the Democratic Caucus, will host a town hall meeting on Tuesday, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place at Ronald E. McNair Middle School in Decatur, Georgia.

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Georgia DOT announces lane closures for interchange project

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 14, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced temporary lane closures on state routes and interstates as part of the I-285/I-20 West Interchange project.

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Georgia DOT announces lane closures for improvement projects

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 14, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced potential traffic impacts due to the 16@95 Improvement Projects.

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Lane closures announced for Georgia DOT's interchange project

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 14, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) has announced a series of temporary lane closures on the I-285/I-20 East Interchange project, set to take place from March 17 through March 22, 2025.