April 6, 2020 Georgia.gov
Staff reports, on April 5, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the members of the Governor’s Coronavirus Task Force Community Outreach Committee. “To continue to serve the needs of all Georgians during this challenging time, we have formed the Community Outreach Committee,” said Governor Kemp.
April 6, 2020 Georgia Trend – Exclusive!
Mary Ann DeMuth reports that the 22 colleges that make up the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) provide state-of-the-art training in 600 associate degree, diploma and certificate programs along with English language skills and high school equivalency diplomas. These offerings make TCSG institutions a top resource for businesses seeking skilled workers locally.
April 6, 2020 WSB-TV, Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Matt Kempner reports that state officials and the University of Georgia are offering webinars Monday and Tuesday for thousands of small business owners trying to understand how to get federal stimulus help and loans during the coronavirus pandemic. People can go online or call-in to take part.
April 6, 2020 Atlanta Business Chronicle
Eric Jackson reports that the Sara Blakely is making her own contribution to support women business owners who’ve been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. The billionaire founder and CEO of Spanx Inc. announced on Instagram that she’s donating $5 million to female entrepreneurs who need assistance amid the COVID-19 crisis.
April 6, 2020 Augusta Chronicle
Larry Cook and his family have been farming for almost 60 years but have never faced a challenge quite like the one affecting the nation now. “This has been the worst for everybody,” Cook said. “We are just doing the best we can.”
April 6, 2020 Gainesville Times
Jeff Gill reports, heavy machinery is still in motion at a large tract off Phil Niekro Boulevard, even as businesses are shutting down due to the coronavirus pandemic and economic forecasts are grim. “We are under construction and by the time we begin to lease, we hope things have started to improve,” said Kurt Alexander, principal with The Residential Group, which is grading for a 324-unit apartment complex near Interstate 985 in Flowery Branch.
April 6, 2020 GlobalAtlanta.com
Trevor Williams reports that Toyo Tire is pausing manufacturing at is White, Ga., facility, one of the largest Japanese-owned plants in the state, as the coronavirus saps demand. The tire plant in Bartow County near Cartersville, which has expanded multiple times over the last decade, is expected to resume production April 19, the company announced in a March 30 news release.
April 6, 2020 Savannah Morning News
Katie Nussbaum reports that Savannah’s Ghost Coast Distillery has announced plans to repurpose its bottling facility on Indian Street and produce a signature Daisy Maze Hand Sanitizer for essential organizations and individuals in short supply. General Manager and co-founder Chris Sywassink says that bottling will begin within the first two weeks of April, and the priority will be getting the hand sanitizer to first responders and medical personnel, with a goal of continuing production for the general public’s use.
April 6, 2020 Rome News-Tribune
Staff reports that well before the coronavirus brought its havoc, the print industry was already facing challenging times. As audiences continue to transition from legacy to online media, the Rome News-Tribune valiantly embraced both — maintaining a seven-day print product while bolstering efforts on our website.
April 6, 2020 Brunswick News
Larry Hobbs reports that some six weeks into its construction, the expansive environmental protection barrier that will surround the shipwrecked Golden Ray is beginning to look like … something. Most of the 80 support piles for the 33-acre mesh netting barrier are in place, Unified Command officials said Wednesday.
April 6, 2020 Saporta Report
David Pendered reports that Metro Atlanta transit agencies are to receive $371 million from the federal coronavirus aid package. It’s part of a total package of $448 million in federal transit assistance headed to Georgia to help offset the economic losses related to response to the coronavirus, according to the legislation.
April 6, 2020 Washington Post
Antonia Noori Farzan reports, for the first time in recent memory, tourist-dependent Tybee Island, Ga. was trying its best to keep visitors away. But those precautions were abruptly scrapped on Thursday, when Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) enraged local leaders by reopening all the state’s beaches.
April 6, 2020 Georgia Trend – Exclusive!
Karen Kirkpatrick reports, when scared or faced with a crisis, Mr. Rogers, of Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, said, “Look for the helpers.” That’s what we at Georgia Trend would like our readers to do. Look for the helpers and nominate them to our inaugural Legacy Leaders.
April 6, 2020 WABE 90.1
Roxanne Scott reports that Democrat Stacey Abrams founded the organization Fair Count to ensure an accurate count of Georgia’s population in the 2020 census. But she didn’t anticipate advocating for a fair count during a global pandemic.
April 6, 2020 Georgia Recorder
Ross Williams reports that some Georgians are reporting difficulties navigating the state’s now online-only unemployment system as a sudden and unprecedented wave of joblessness washes over the state. During the last full week in March, the Georgia Department of Labor processed more than 133,000 unemployment claims, an increase of more than 1,100% and the highest number ever in one week in the state.
April 6, 2020 The Center Square
Jason Schaumburg reports that Gov. Brian Kemp has announced plans to add 296 hospital beds throughout Georgia as the state prepares for a COVID-19 patient surge. Eighty-eight new beds will be a part of four temporary medical units, and 208 additional beds at two reopened health-care facilities.
April 6, 2020 Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Tia Mitchell reports that U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler has provided no proof that financial advisers making stock transactions on her behalf have total control over decision-making. The Georgia senator has been accused of using insider information procured from Senate briefings on the coronavirus to inform her recent stock trades.
April 3, 2020 Georgia.gov Governor Kemp Issues Shelter in Place Order Staff reports that on April 2, Governor Brian P. Kemp issued a shelter in place order for the state of Georgia. The order will be effective beginning Friday, April…
April 2, 2020 WABE 90.1 Coronavirus Updates: Kemp To Issue Statewide Shelter-In-Place Order Staff reports that Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced Wednesday that he will issue a statewide shelter-in-place order to prevent spread of the coronavirus and shut down public…
April 1, 2020 The Center Square Georgia announces plan to greatly increase COVID-19 testing Jason Schaumburg reports that Gov. Brian Kemp announced Tuesday a plan that, when implemented, will allow Georgia to process 3,000 COVID-19 tests a day. The plan…
March 31, 2020 Augusta Chronicle Augusta National Golf Club to donate $2 million to assist Augusta area in COVID-19 fight Wynston Wilcox reports that Augusta National Golf Club is stepping in to assist the Augusta area during the coronavirus pandemic.…
March 30, 2020 Covington News Georgia National Guard Deploys Medical Support Teams to Fight COVID-19 Staff reports that on March 14, 2020, Governor Brian Kemp authorized the activation of up to 2,000 members of the Georgia National Guard in order…
March 27, 2020 Georgia.gov Kemp Closes K-12 Public Schools Through April 24 Staff reports that yesterday, Governor Brian P. Kemp issued Executive Order 03.26.20.02 closing public elementary and secondary schools for in-person instruction through April 24, 2020. Students may return…
March 26, 2020 Georgia.gov Gov. Kemp Calls on Georgia Businesses to Aid with Critical Health Care Needs Staff reports that Governor Brian P. Kemp Wednesday called on all Georgia businesses who are able to help the state provide, produce, distribute,…
March 25, 2020 Georgia Recorder State bracing for projected jobless surge due to COVID-19 closings Ross Williams reports that mother of two Kaylin Hart of Savannah is one of a growing number of Georgians suddenly thrown out of work in…
March 24, 2020 WABE 90.1 Coronavirus Updates: Kemp Issues Shelter In Place Order For Those At High Risk Staff reports that Gov. Brian Kemp announced on Monday evening that he plans to sign an executive order closing all bars and…
March 23, 2020 The Center Square Georgia sees significant amount of unemployment claims after coronavirus outbreak Nyamekye Daniel reports that Georgia unemployment claims have increased sharply amid the COVID-19 outbreak, according to the state’s Department of Labor. Representatives for the…
March 20, 2020 Marietta Daily Journal Georgia Power Foundation invests $1 million to support state in COVID-19 recovery Staff reports that Georgia Power Foundation Inc. is investing $1 million in 2020 to support the state of Georgia in addressing the…
March 19, 2020 WABE 90.1 Atlanta’s Food Service Industry Already Feeling Coronavirus Impact, Braces For More Molly Samuel reports, as the city of Atlanta limits the number of people allowed in bars and restaurants, people who work in the food…
March 18, 2020 WABE 90.1 Georgia Power, AT&T Among Providers Suspending Disconnections During Coronavirus Pandemic Lauren Booker reports that Metro Atlanta service providers are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus outbreak. This comes in handy for locals because…
March 17, 2020 Valdosta Daily Times, Ga.-Fl. News Governor orders all Ga. schools closed over COVID-19 Terry Richards reports that Gov. Brian Kemp ordered all public elementary, secondary and post-secondary schools in Georgia closed from March 18 to March 31…
March 16, 2020 WABE 90.1 Georgia’s Coronavirus Testing Capacity To Double Sam Whitehead reports that Georgia’s top public health official says the state’s ability to test for coronavirus is about to double. The state can currently test 50 patients a…
March 13, 2020 WABE 90.1 As Coronavirus Spreads, Georgia Legislature Suspends Session Emil Moffat reports that citing concerns over the spread of the coronavirus, the Georgia General Assembly has decided to suspend its current session until further notice. “We are…
March 12, 2020 Rome News-Tribune, Capitol Beat News Georgia Gov. Kemp commits $100M to combat coronavirus Dave Williams reports that Gov. Brian Kemp asked the General Assembly Wednesday to add $100 million to this year’s state budget to deal with…
March 11, 2020 Brunswick News Record number of Georgians employed Gordon Jackson reports that an all-time record number of people are now employed in Georgia. State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said there are nearly five million jobs in Georgia, according…
March 10, 2020 Dalton Daily Citizen-News GE Appliances unveils 'home run' facility in Murray County Ryan Anderson reports that GE Appliances unveiled a $32 million Southern Logistics Center here on Monday, a facility projected to create 100 jobs. The center…
March 9, 2020 WABE 90.1 A Look At The ‘Supply Chain’ For Consumers And How Coronavirus Could Test It Jim Burress and Maria White Tillman report that national banks run stress tests to predict how they’ll perform in a financial…
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