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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

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

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