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Georgia legislature advances key bills including tort reform and tax cuts

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

Ten weeks into the 2025 Legislative Session, several key developments have taken place under the Gold Dome.

Douglas appointed to Georgia High School Athletics Overview Committee

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

State Representative Demetrius Douglas from Stockbridge has been appointed to the Georgia High School Athletics Overview Committee by House Speaker Jon Burns.

Georgia DOT announces overnight lane closures for maintenance activities

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

Weather conditions permitting, the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) will implement lane closures on I-285 and SR 400 for scheduled maintenance activities.

Lane closures planned for State Route 44 at Lake Oconee

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) maintenance crews are set to conduct overnight work on State Route 44 at Lake Oconee this week.

Georgia Senate passes bill exempting military retirement from state income tax

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

State Representative Steven Sainz has expressed approval following the Senate's passage of House Bill 266.

Park-and-ride lot at GA-53 & Wallis Road temporarily closed for maintenance

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced a temporary closure of the park-and-ride lot at GA-53 and Wallis Road in Oakwood.

Lane closure advisory issued for Transform Project impacting traffic in Fulton County

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) contractors are planning lane closures on I-285 and SR 400 for the Transform 285/400 Project.

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

By Peach Tree Times | Mar 24, 2025

The Georgia Department of Transportation has announced a lane closure on I-20 westbound at mile marker 103.

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.