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Take the Energy Challenge
Encouraged by the growing movement toward sustainability, all state agencies committed in 2008 to reducing energy consumption in office buildings some 15 percent by 2020.
Improving the Health of Georgia's Youngest Learners
Childhood obesity in Georgia is reaching an epidemic level. As many schools are scaling back their participation in the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act, Georgia is providing incentives to schools to serve better food to students.
Talking to Your Child About Traumatic Events
When children experience a traumatic event, see or hear media coverage of it or overhear people talking about it, they can feel anxious, worried, or confused. Some children react right away, while others may show signs later.
Responding to the Newtown Tragedy
Georgians grieve with and pray for the families and friends of those affected by Friday's senseless tragedy. Schools across the state have taken various approaches to assess and step up their safety and security.
Brookhaven Launches Into Cityhood
After electing their first mayor and city council less than two weeks ago, Brookhaven residents today see their city open municipal operations.
Prefiled Legislation for 2013 Legislative Session
To prepare for the legislative session that starts January 14, state legislators have begun filing bills and resolutions for consideration.
Zero Tolerance During the Holidays
The end of 2012 has brought a new sense of urgency for Georgia besides battling the Christmas shopping crowds and making New Year’s resolutions. For the first time in 6 years, Georgia is on track to experience an increase in traffic fatalities.
January 8 Special Elections
With the resignations of state senators John Bulloch and Chip Rogers last week, voters from District 11 and District 21 will head back to the polls on January 8 to fill those vacancies. District 21 Representative Sean Jerguson, who is running for his district's now open senate seat, also put in his resignation last week.
Christmas Tours at the Governor's Mansion
Governor Deal and his wife, Sandra, have decorated the Governor's Mansion for the holidays. Take a virtual tour of the mansion, and learn how to arrange your own visit during December.
Growing Opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Analysts expect more than 200,000 jobs in STEM fields to be created here in Georgia by 2018, and to take advantage of this, school systems all over the state are implementing new programs and opening new schools that emphasize these areas.