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In a quarter of Georgia counties, trained prison inmates are firefighters on the job

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October 17, 2024

www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-10-17 04:45:37

SUMMARY: Fire Station 2, located in a prison in Georgia, responds to 350-400 emergency calls annually, providing crucial firefighting services in South Atlanta. Amid a firefighter shortage, five select inmates from the Georgia Diagnostic Prison have been trained and certified as firefighters, living at the station instead of prison cells. This program gives inmates a second chance, allowing them to gain skills and employment opportunities after serving their time. Chief BJ Maddox supports this initiative, which operates in 35 counties and responds to about 3,000 calls annually, emphasizing redemption and community service for those striving to reform.

The program allows certain inmates to become certified firefighters while serving their time behind bars and respond to calls in the community.

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Nearly $10M spent in U.S. House District 14 | Georgia

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Nearly $10M spent in U.S. House District 14 | Georgia

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6 hours ago

October 17, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Elyse Apel | The Center Square – 2024-10-17 15:09:00

SUMMARY: In Georgia’s 14th Congressional District, Republican incumbent Marjorie Taylor Greene is running against Democratic challenger Shawn Harris in a highly expensive race. Greene has raised $7.8 million for her campaign, while Harris has raised nearly $2 million, leaving them with similar amounts to spend as the third fundraising quarter ended. Greene, a prominent figure in the “America First” movement, focuses on issues like defunding the FBI and impeaching President Biden. Despite heavy odds against him after Greene’s 66% win in 2022, Harris remains optimistic, drawing inspiration from previous successful Democratic campaigns in Georgia. Early voting is underway.

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Georgia town of 157 lands $671M Energy Department loan for manufacturer | Georgia

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21 hours ago

October 17, 2024

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-10-17 00:00:00

SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Energy has conditionally approved a $671 million loan for Aspen Aerogels to establish a manufacturing facility in Register, Georgia, which has a population of 157. This plant will produce aerogel thermal barriers for electric vehicle batteries, initially creating 550 construction jobs and 225 permanent jobs. The project supports the Biden administration’s electric vehicle goals, expected to supply thermal barriers for over 2 million vehicles annually, reducing carbon emissions and supporting the domestic EV supply chain. Located in a disadvantaged community, the initiative aligns with the President’s Justice40 Initiative aimed at economic opportunities and sustainability.

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Weather Impact Alert: Frosty Start in Atlanta area Thursday

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1 day ago

October 16, 2024

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-10-16 17:19:36

SUMMARY: A weather impact alert is in effect through Friday morning as the coldest air of the season arrives. Chief meteorologist Chris Hul reports that frost advisories now cover the metro area and parts of Central Georgia, with some counties in Northeast Georgia under freeze warnings. For further details on this weather alert, viewers are encouraged to watch 11 Alive News at 11 or stream it for free on 11 Alive Plus.