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The U.S. president who lived in Plains public housing

In 1986, Unit 9A was dedicated as a place of historical significance, with the permission of Jimmy Carter. For years, a plaque marked the apartment, located on Paschal Street in Plains. However, in 2019, the Americus Housing Authority and Plains Historic Preservation Trust began working to turn the site into a museum.

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Friends and neighbors of Jimmy Carter reflect on the passing of the President from Plains: ‘It leaves us with a big job to carry on their legacy’

Jimmy Carter, who died on Dec. 29 was the only president from Georgia. Friends and neighbors say it was his Plains upbringing that developed his attitude for service.

Child care study committee releases recommendations

Tax credits are the weapon of choice for Georgia lawmakers looking for ways to make child care more accessible and affordable.

Athens man gets 30-year sentence for sexually exploiting a child

An Athens resident received the statutory maximum prison sentence allowed...

Georgia Farm Bureau members gather for 87th annual convention

JEKYLL ISLAND – Some 1,421 Georgia farmers and agribusiness leaders from across the state met on Jekyll Island Dec. 8-10 for the 87th annual Georgia Farm Bureau Convention.

November tax revenue increases by 2.3%

ATLANTA – The state of Georgia’s net tax collections during the month of November approached $2.38 billion, for an increase of $52.9 million

Georgia’s commercial airports facing funding gap

Georgia's seven commercial airports are facing a funding gap that threatens to drive businesses out of the state, the Georgia Department of Transportation's aviation program manager said.

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Bring in the new year outdoors at a First Day Hike
Bring in the new year outdoors at a First Day Hike

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