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Three elementary schools in Rome, Georgia, earned statewide recognition for helping students achieve far beyond what statistics predicted. The schools proved that high expectations and strong support can overcome demographic challenges.
When Mayahuel Yaoapoqa moved from Micronesia to Georgia without speaking English, she never imagined she'd graduate college at 17 alongside her sister and father. This week, the three celebrate degrees together at Georgia Northwestern Technical College. #
Breezy White just became the first person with Down syndrome to graduate from Georgia Highlands College and earn a college degree in Georgia. Her journey from childhood dream to 4.0 GPA student shows what's possible when opportunity meets determination.
Environmental advocates are challenging Georgia Power's costly plan to build new gas plants, demanding proof they're actually needed. The fight could save Georgia families from paying for unnecessary energy infrastructure.
When severe storms tore through Middle Georgia on Thursday, Red Cross volunteers jumped into action to help nearly 100 neighbors rebuild their lives. Teams are still assessing damage and expect to reach even more families in the coming days.
Volunteers across north Georgia came together for "Sweep the Hooch," pulling trash from the beloved Chattahoochee River. Hundreds of people donated their Saturday to protect the waterway that provides drinking water for millions.
University of Georgia freshman Deniz Dilek saved four match points in a tiebreaker to clinch her team's national indoor tennis championship. The comeback win capped an incredible night where Georgia's young squad proved they could handle the pressure.
Georgia just made it easier for companies to add their own solar and battery power to the state's electric grid—and everyone's energy bills could benefit. The new program lets businesses bypass the utility and work directly with clean energy developers.
Fifth graders created an app to save stray animals while third graders built a robotic eyeshadow applicator at Georgia's Innovation Day competition. Teams from across the region are now headed to state championships at Georgia Tech.
Collins Hill High School's cheerleading team made history by becoming the first Georgia squad to compete at nationals, but only after fighting an outdated rule that tried to keep them home. Their victory on the mat and in policy could open doors for countless cheerleaders across the state.
A new partnership in Georgia lets volunteers deliver fresh produce to retired elephants at a refuge, turning a simple weekly drive into a chance to care for gentle giants. Second Harvest of South Georgia is teaming up with Elephant Aid International to keep rescued elephants fed and thriving.
Georgia Power customers can now fund their own renewable energy projects under a groundbreaking program that lets businesses bring clean power online while supporting the grid. The framework could become a national model for meeting surging energy demand.
Georgia Power just launched a groundbreaking program that lets businesses propose and fund their own renewable energy projects for the first time. The bipartisan initiative could help companies meet climate goals while accelerating the state's transition away from fossil fuels.
A new collaborative effort aims to make clean, affordable electricity accessible to every Georgian, from rural communities to major cities. Powering Georgia brings together local leaders, businesses, and residents to strengthen the state's energy grid.
Georgia's largest utility just launched a groundbreaking program that lets businesses fund and build their own solar and wind projects. It's the first time customers can bring clean energy directly to the grid, and it could change how America powers corporate climate goals.
After months of waiting, Georgia farmers devastated by Hurricane Helene can finally access over $500 million in federal aid to rebuild their farms and livelihoods. Applications opened March 16 for farmers who lost crops, equipment, and infrastructure in the 2024 storm that caused $5.5 billion in agricultural damage.
Georgia is investing $9 million to transform sawdust and wood scraps into life-saving medicines and materials, giving struggling forest owners a new way to make money while keeping trees planted. Researchers have already proven they can make acetaminophen from wood instead of oil.
Workers are harvesting olives among ancient Roman ruins to create a protected regional olive oil that reconnects the city with its agricultural roots. Rome has 2,200 farms within city limits, making it Europe's largest agricultural municipality.
A Georgia firefighter endured nearly a year of wrong treatment before finding the right diagnosis at City of Hope Cancer Center Atlanta. Now he's thriving and teaching fellow first responders about cancer risks and the power of second opinions.
Gibson Rayfield earned top honors at Georgia Christian School and chose his former math teacher Jeff Mole to share the spotlight. Their story highlights the lasting impact great teachers have on student achievement.
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