Category: News

The unemployment rate in the Georgia Mountains region in August was 6.9 percent, down two-tenths of a percentage point from 7.1 percent in July. The rate in August of last year was 6.8 percent. The August rate decreased primarily the number of initial claims for unemployment insurance, a measure of new layoffs, decreased by 17.8 percent in August. There were […]

Rain is expected to hold off until at least Saturday night, bringing good weather for Saturday’s Lavonia Fall Festival. Sponsored by the Lavonia Chamber of Commerce, festival organizer Al Goldsmith says this year, more vendors than ever will be on hand to offer an array of arts and crafts, and good food. “We’ve got over 100 vendors coming and all […]

In response to input and advice from manufacturers in the area, the Economic Development Department at North Georgia Technical College will begin offering a training course for those interested in pursuing a Certified Production Technician (CPT) designation. CPT is a nationally recognized Industry Certified program that prepares participants to take four Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) CPT examinations. The course […]

By David Stephens, WSGC Radio, Elberton The town of Bowman has contracted with a new waste water testing company. At a called meeting this week, the Bowman City Council voted to hire Environmental Management Services. Bowman City Mayor Pete Gibbons says the city started reaching out to different companies trying to find ways to save money. “In doing so, we […]

And a reminder for hunting and fishing enthusiasts. Saturday is National Hunting and Fishing Day and you will find fun events, plenty of activities and recognition geared for outdoor enthusiasts all day at Unicoi State Park in White County. DNR Law Enforcement Officer Craig Fulghum says the day was established by Congress in 1973 to spotlight the importance hunting and […]