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Carl Vinson VA Medical Center to Provide 25,000th COVID-19 Vaccination this Weekend

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center will Provide 25,000th COVID-19 Vaccination this Weekend  DUBLIN, GA – Carl Vinson VA Medical Center (CVVAMC) Director, David. L. Whitmer, FACHE, is proud to announce that Dublin VA will provide its 25,000th COVID-19 vaccination this weekend.  “Providing twenty-five thousand vaccinations is a phenomenal milestone we need to celebrate due to the outstanding teamwork of our staff,” Whitmer said. “Now that President Biden signed the SAVE LIVES Act into law, we began vaccinating

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Georgia Chamber Hosts the Reimagined New Georgia Economy Tour

Georgia Chamber Hosts the Reimagined New Georgia Economy TourFuture of Georgia Strategy Session, presented by Wells Fargo, to be held virtually on April 15  Georgia Region 9 – April 7 – The Georgia Chamber is hosting a series of virtual and safe, in-person planning events known collectively as the 2021 Reimagined New Georgia Economy Tour. Presented by Wells Fargo, the Reimagined New Georgia Economy Tour will gather input and data from all regions of the state to prepare a planning strategy for the

Update from the Capitol: Sine Die

Update from the Capitol: Sine Die  By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)  Going until midnight on March 31st, the Senate has adjourned the 2021 Legislative Session Sine Die and our time at the Gold Dome has come to a pause. While this session was unlike many others for a number of reasons, namely COVID protocols aimed at protecting members, staffers and constituents, our work remained the same. During our 40 legislative days, we have been working around the clock to ensure we are reflecting your best

OFTC’s Fatoumata Diallo is Ready to Join the Fight Against Cyber Crimes

OFTC’s Fatoumata Diallo is Ready to Join the Fight Against Cyber Crimes 02/17/21 OFTC –Most high school juniors begin the 11th grade with the excitement of nearing the completion of their high school career. But Fatoumata Diallo’s story is a little different.  As she began the 11th grade, she’d recently moved to America from Mali, West Africa.  “I remember it like it was yesterday, the day I had to leave my country and come to America,” Diallo shared. “I left all my family except a few who lived in the

Georgia House Representative Morris Elected to State Transportation Board 12th Congressional District Vacancy

  Please do not reply to NewsReleases@dot.ga.gov.  View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release:Thursday, April 1, 2021Contact:mediarequests@dot.ga.govGeorgia House Representative Morris Elected to State Transportation Board 12th Congressional District Vacancy  ATLANTA, GA – Rep. Greg Morris, a Vidalia, Ga. native who is currently representing the 156th district in the Georgia House of Representatives, was elected as the new State Transportation

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GA 46 pavement preservation activated in two counties

Please do not reply to NewsReleases@dot.ga.gov. View this email in your browser   For Immediate Release:Monday, April 5, 2021Contact: Kyle Collins 478.232.3331District Two CommunicationsGA 46 pavement preservation activated in two countiesSOPERTON - Today Everett Dykes Grassing begins two Georgia DOT roadway maintenance jobs improving State Route (SR) 46 conditions and longevity in Laurens and Treutlen counties. Both contracts combine for a $806,757 investment. Crews will

Bridge award makes three upcoming in Laurens County

Bridge award makes three upcoming in Laurens CountyEAST DUBLIN - The Buckeye Road bridge over Buckeye Creek one mile south of the Johnson County line was built in 1958 and currently posted for load restrictions. Thanks to a recently awarded $1.772 million contract for 0.123 miles of new approaches and a modern bridge Laurens County now has three new "off-system" bridge projects upcoming. Gregory Bridge has this particular contract to be completed by March 31, 2022. Georgia DOT also awarded local road

Update from the Capitol: Week 11

Update from the Capitol: Week 11  By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)  With Day 38 complete, the 2021 Legislative Session is nearly behind us and the work we have been able to accomplish in this week alone has been a remarkable reflection of our ability to work together in service to the great state of Georgia. One of our largest accomplishments has been the Senate’s passage of House Bill 81, the Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) budget, which is in its final stages of deliberation. While the only required

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center Holds COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in Albany

 Carl Vinson VA Medical Center Holds COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic in AlbanyDublin Ga. — The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine clinic in Albany, Georgia at the former high school cafeteria located at 801 West Resident Rd., Albany, GA 31701 on Saturday, March 27 and Sunday, March 28 by appointment only. Clinic hours are from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and appointments are available for Veterans enrolled in VA healthcare. Veterans interested in scheduling an appointment should call

Update from the Capitol: Week 10

 Update from the Capitol: Week 10  By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)  Our time here is seeming to go by in the blink of an eye and although we are less than two weeks away from our final day, we’re continuing to work hard to serve the great people of this state. Our days in Chamber, voting on legislation, have slowed down since last speaking with you, but much of those energies have been redirected to committee meetings. Each one of the bills we have still standing play a critical role in your lives

Dublin Rotary Club Awards ''Gifted Hands'' Book Report Winners

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 03/22/2021  DUBLIN ROTARY CLUB AWARDS “GIFTED HANDS” BOOK REPORT WINNERSDUBLIN, GA (3/22/2021): The Dublin Rotary Club and the Rotaract Club at Oconee Fall Line Technical College are proud to announce the winners of their first annual Dr. Ben Carson’s “Gifted Hands” Book Report Contest. The book, “Gifted Hands” by Dr. Ben Carson, was donated to all local fifth graders this past February. The gift was made in an effort to promote literacy, and included a book report project,

New Mom, Rachel Price, Pursued Medical Assisting Career with Newborn

New Mom, Rachel Price, Pursued Medical Assisting Career with Newborn 01/26/21 OFTC –One can often talk themselves out of doing something, even when that “thing” is beneficial. But not Rachel Price.  Price started out in Oconee Fall Line Technical College’s (OFTC) Medical Assisting program when she was 20-weeks pregnant.  “Ever since I was a little girl, I looked up to my older cousin who worked in the medical field,” Price said. “I am a caring person who loves to help others in any way that I can.”  The

STIP comment and project viewing open

  STIP comment and project viewing openTENNILE - The Georgia Department of Transportation is seeking public comment on the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). In keeping with Governor Brian Kemp’s directive to keep state government agencies functioning safely during the COVID-19 pandemic, Georgia DOT is hosting this virtual public involvement platform for input on the STIP. The public comment period will be open through March 31, 2021.Visit http://www.dot.ga.gov/stipoutreach now to

FAQ: 2021 TAX FILING SEASON

     FAQ: 2021 Tax Filing Season   With tax season underway, I want to answer some frequently asked questions that you may have about filing your taxes this year.When is the 2021 tax season? Filing began on Friday, February 12, 2021.The IRS announced this week that the deadline to file has been extended to Monday, May 17, 2021.How do I file my taxes? I strongly recommend filing taxes as early as possible via electronic filing and including your direct deposit information.

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center Opens Walk-In COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic

Carl Vinson VA Medical Center Opens Walk-In COVID-19 Vaccine ClinicDublin Ga. — The Carl Vinson VA Medical Center is hosting a Walk-In COVID-19 vaccine clinic this weekend from 6 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 20th and Sunday, March 21st. The walk-in clinic will be held in the facility’s main auditorium located on the second floor. “As we near 20,000 COVID vaccine shots delivered and foresee an increase in vaccine supply, this was the right time to expand for all enrolled Veterans at the Carl

Classes to continue as scheduled, delayed release possible due to severe weather threat

Classes to continue as scheduled, delayed release possible due to severe weather threat  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  For more information, contact Jason Halcombe at 478.353.8384 or at pr@dcsirish.com  DUBLIN, GA, MARCH 17, 2020 — Dublin City Schools will have classes as scheduled Thursday, with the possibility of a delayed release due to a possible severe weather threat that is expected to be in the area during the regularly-scheduled dismissal time.  Will Lanxton, GEMA State Meteorologist, provided a

Update from the Capitol: Week 9

Update from the Capitol: Week 9  By: Sen. Larry Walker (R – Perry)  With Monday complete and by extension Crossover Day, our final nine legislative days are undoubtedly going to be busy. The deadline to pass legislation is narrowing and we have transitioned into the next stage of the legislative process, addressing House Bills. In these final weeks, we will continue to work on measures that support the needs of the individuals and businesses in our state. While we continue to fulfil our responsibilities,

The Loss of Dr. Jaroy Stuckey - Dublin High School