A new business court is designed to help companies in Georgia get lawsuits heard quicker and cheaper. But a provision implemented by the General Assembly — both sides must agree to have their case …
5 Business owners indicted for alleged $4.1M Paycheck Protection Program fraud scheme
Five small business owners – three who are from Georgia – are being accused of a scheme to obtain nearly $4.1 million in loan funding under the Paycheck Protection Program. Darrell Thomas, 34, of …
Export of vegetables from Georgia to Azerbaijan up
Since beginning of 2020, Georgia exported to Azerbaijan vegetables in the amount of $177,900. In March, these products were carried out by air, while during other months the goods were transferred by …
Protesters stage ‘die-in’ at University of Georgia over plans for in-person classes as an apparent photo from the school of plexiglass being held up by painter’s tape on a desk …
The protesters delivered an open letter demanding free COVID-19 tests for all and that in-person teaching be optional.
Georgia jobless claims falling, but still high
The Georgia economy is lurching like there’s a foot tapping the brake: hiring, spending and business activity are moving forward, while layoffs continue to hamper recovery. The state last week …
Good News: Leadership Southeast Georgia planning for 2021
Since its inception in 1999, Leadership Southeast Georgia has contributed to business growth from St. Mary’s to Statesboro before having to suspend meetings this year due to the pandemic.
Georgia Man Accused of Hoarding Face Masks, Price-Gouging
Federal prosecutors say a Georgia businessman is accused of hoarding face masks as the COVID-19 pandemic spread and of price-gouging by selling them for about double what he paid …
Civil Rights Groups Say Georgia’s New Police Protection Measure Taints State’s Hate Crimes Law
State civil rights groups say that the new law is insulting to the Black Lives Matter movement and the fight for police accountability.
How opposing coaches view Georgia quarterback competition
Kirby Smart and his staff view the former five-star recruit as a great fit for a Todd Monken system with a history of producing big-time passing numbers. So do other coaches familiar with Monken and …
Masters Tournament ‘likely’ to be held without fans, Georgia official says
Tomorrow, the PGA Championship begins at Harding Park without fans, and that’s likely what will probably happen here in Augusta, where we’ll have the tournament without fan …