Rural Georgia News

Cedar Springs Containerboard Mill Closes, Impacting Community

News Summary The closure of the Cedar Springs Containerboard mill in Early County has left approximately 535 employees jobless and…

2 days ago

Major Investment in Chicken Processing Facility in LaFayette

News Summary Pilgrim's announced a $400 million investment to build a new chicken processing facility in LaFayette, creating over 630…

1 week ago

Mobile Telemedicine System Enhances Emergency Care in Rural Georgia

News Summary The Washington County Regional Medical Center has partnered with DT Research and swyMed to introduce a mobile EMS…

2 weeks ago

Feral Hogs Inflicting Major Crop Damage in Georgia

News Summary Feral hogs are causing significant crop losses for Georgia farmers, with annual damages exceeding $100,000 in the southwestern…

2 weeks ago

Thomas County, Georgia Celebrates Fiber Internet Expansion

News Summary Kinetic has completed a $13.3 million fiber internet expansion in Thomas County, Georgia, improving access for approximately 1,600…

3 months ago

Rural Hospitals in Georgia Face Closure Risks Amid Medicaid Cuts

News Summary A report reveals that ten rural hospitals in Georgia are at immediate risk of closure due to proposed…

3 months ago

Kinetic Expands Fiber-Optic Internet in Colquitt County

News Summary Kinetic has completed a $32 million public-private partnership with Georgia to expand broadband access in Colquitt County. The…

3 months ago

Temporary Tariff Rollback Provides Relief for Georgia Farmers

News Summary A new agreement between the U.S. and China has temporarily reduced tariffs, giving some relief to farmers in…

3 months ago

Georgia Governor Signs Relief Bills for Hurricane-Affected Farmers

News Summary Governor Brian Kemp has signed two crucial relief recovery bills aimed at aiding farmers and timber producers impacted…

3 months ago

Job Fair in Emporia to Assist Displaced Workers

News Summary A job fair is scheduled in Emporia to support over 550 employees laid off after the closure of…

3 months ago