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Applications for Alligator Quota Hunt Due July 31
With alligators now routinely growing between 11 and 13 feet, this season's alligator harvest promises to be a good one.
Envisioning the Atlanta BeltLine
In 1999, Georgia Institute of Technology graduate student Ryan Gravel completed his master's thesis, a plan for a 22-mile loop that would connect 45 historic Atlanta neighborhoods, promoting in each greater access to mass transit, public parks and recreational trails.
Starting a Small Business in Georgia
Starting a small business in Georgia has recently become more attractive due to new tax breaks, loan guarantees and new partnerships with the state. These business incentives have helped Georgia earn top rankings in the number of new small businesses started and increases in entrepreneurial activity during the past decade.
New Secure Driver's Licenses and IDs
Launching its Secure ID program, the Department of Driver Services early last week began issuing new drivers' licenses and identification cards. Marked with a gold star in the upper right corner, these cards should enhance your license security and help protect you from identity theft.
Would You Like Better Roads for Georgia?
You can now do your part to make Georgia roads better. Voters will go to the polls on July 31 to vote on a 1% regional sales tax referendum.
Summer Safety for Kids
With temperatures hovering in triple digits, learn some tips to help you keep your children safe this summer.
Governor Deal Stops Increase in State Gasoline Tax
Governor Nathan Deal has issued an executive order to prevent the increase in the state’s gasoline tax scheduled to go into effect July 1.
Confronting Childhood Obesity
Fight childhood obesity with Georgia SHAPE from the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Atlanta Public Schools Pre-K Registration
If you live in Atlanta and your child will be 4 years old on or before September 4, you should consider enrolling your son or daughter in the free, full-day pre-kindergarten program offered through Atlanta Public Schools.