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Georgia town of 157 lands $671M Energy Department loan for manufacturer | Georgia
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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HBCUs receive $18 million grant from health giant
SUMMARY: Paris-based pharmaceutical and healthcare company Sopi has announced an $18 million grant over 10 years to support three historically black medical schools: Morehouse School of Medicine, Howard University College of Medicine, and Mahy Medical College. Although the specific allocation for each school has not been disclosed, funding will be distributed based on individual needs. The grant aims to enhance clinical research staffing, improve infrastructureโsuch as online chat services and pharmacy upgradesโand develop customized training programs to advance the educational and operational capabilities of these institutions over the coming decade.
The grant will be spread over 10 years and divided among three historically Black medical schools, including Morehouse.
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Nearly $10M spent in U.S. House District 14 | Georgia
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 โAmerica Firstโ 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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In a quarter of Georgia counties, trained prison inmates are firefighters on the job
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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