Peach Tree Times

Georgia ranks 39 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $41,148 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).

Georgia Senate adopts resolution to improve K-12 workforce

The Senate has officially adopted Senate Resolution 237, championed by Senator Billy Hickman, representing Statesboro.

Flock Safety to open new manufacturing facility in Smyrna, creating 210 jobs

Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Flock Safety, a technology solutions provider based in Georgia, is set to open a new manufacturing facility in Smyrna.

Traffic expected on SR 42 and SR 16 in coming days

Butts County's Quick Response Team is set to conduct paving, milling, and restriping operations on State Route 42 and SR 16 beginning Thursday, April 3.

Georgia's Senate Bill 241 allows organic human reduction by licensed entities

Senate Bill 241 received final passage in the House with bipartisan support this Monday.

House bill to appoint internal auditor for Cherokee County Board of Education advances

State Representative Jordan Ridley of Woodstock has expressed approval following the Georgia House's passage of House Bill 845, which aims to institute an internal auditor for the Cherokee County Board of Education.

Georgia DOT to widen Highway 20 with $104 million contract

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has initiated the next phase of the Highway 20 widening project, allocating a significant $104 million contract to C.W. Matthews Contracting Co. Inc. This project aims to expand the highway from...

John Crew honored as Officer of the Year by Rep. Rick Townsend

State Representative Rick Townsend of Brunswick acknowledged John Crew, the Georgia Department of Community Supervision's Officer of the Year for 2024, in a formal event held in the House Chamber.

Eric Bell to host Sine Die block party at Georgia State Capitol

State Representative Eric Bell of Jonesboro will host a Sine Die block party event this Friday, April 4, 2025, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Liberty Plaza in Atlanta.

Georgia's pest division marks milestone with 70 years of industry regulation

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is celebrating 70 years since the establishment of its Structural Pest Division.

Traffic shift scheduled for US 27 Alt at Miller Road in Muscogee County

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has announced a traffic shift for the project located along State Route 85/US 27 Alt in Muscogee County, Georgia.

Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry file 594 H-1B petitions in Georgia throughout 2024

In 2024, 594 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry located in Georgia, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

U.S. DOJ dismisses lawsuit against Georgia's voting law SB 202

Governor Brian Kemp has expressed approval following the announcement that the Department of Justice, led by Attorney General Pam Bondi, will dismiss the lawsuit that challenged Georgia's Senate Bill 202.

Georgia DOT limits lane closures ahead of Augusta golf events

The Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) plans to restrict construction-related lane closures on interstates and major state routes approaching Augusta.

Sen. Ed Setzler to discuss religious freedom act at press conference

Senator Ed Setzler will hold a press conference on April 1, 2025, to discuss SB 36, known as the Religious Freedom Restoration Act.

Georgia DOT launches rail crossing safety project with $398,809 contract

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has initiated a project to improve safety and infrastructure at 98 highway-rail crossings.

Polk County legislators introduce bills for senior property tax exemptions

Last week in Atlanta, Senator Jason Anavitarte introduced Senate Bill 356 to provide residents in Polk County with a homestead exemption from school district ad valorem taxes.

Georgia Senate passes licensing reform bill

Last week, Georgia's Senate gave its unanimous approval to House Bill 579, a comprehensive reform of the state's occupational licensing regulations.

Traffic shift planned for new bridge on Interstate 16 over Ocmulgee River

Contractors for the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) are preparing to shift traffic onto the newly constructed westbound bridge over the Ocmulgee River Overflow.

State Rep. Bryce Berry plans Atlanta food giveaway and discussion on House Bill 716