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Georgians say licensing board problems continue | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-10-18 14:03:00

SUMMARY: The Joint Blue-Ribbon Committee on Licensing Issues in Georgia, initiated by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and House Speaker John Burns, addressed ongoing problems with the professional licensing board despite recent improvements. Constituents, including hairdresser Vera Jones, shared experiences of difficulties in renewing licenses, highlighting cases of misidentification. The secretary of state’s office introduced the Georgia Online Application Licensing System (GOALS), which has contributed to high call volumes but improved response times. Legislative proposals include allowing division directors to expedite license issuance and enhancing interstate compacts for out-of-state workers, as highlighted by panel members citing urgent needs during crises.

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Georgia gas prices hold steady ahead of holiday weekend | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-18 10:29:00

SUMMARY: In Georgia, the average cost of regular unleaded gasoline is $2.93 per gallon, unchanged from last week but up from $2.71 last month. A fuel tax moratorium implemented by Governor Brian Kemp ended on October 16. The lowest gas prices are in the Catoosa-Dade-Walker area at $2.77, while the highest are in Hinesville-Fort Stewart at $3. AAA warns that Hurricane Sara could potentially impact prices soon. As Thanksgiving approaches, over 71 million Americans are expected to travel by car, surpassing last year’s record of 70.4 million. Georgia’s gas prices remain below the national average of $3.07.

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Petition filed to get Rockdale County BioLab facility shut down | What we know

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-11-17 23:18:08

SUMMARY: A new petition is calling for Rockdale County to revoke Biolab’s business license following a chemical fire at the facility in September, which caused widespread health issues and evacuations. The fire, the third at the lab since 2004, affected thousands of families and businesses. While some residents and business owners support the petition, others prefer the lab be relocated rather than shut down. The petition’s supporters plan a news conference in December to discuss the health impacts of chemical exposure and potential legislative changes. Rockdale County and Biolab have not yet responded to the petition.

The petition is to demand that the Rockdale County Board of Commissioners revoke BioLab’s business license.

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Legendary gymnastics coach Bela Karolyi dies

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-11-17 09:13:40

SUMMARY: Former Team USA coach Bella Coroli has died at age 82, as reported by USA Gymnastics. He was a prominent figure in women’s gymnastics, coaching the successful U.S. teams of the 1980s and 90s, including the Magnificent 7 at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. However, his legacy is controversial, especially amid the Larry Nassar scandal, with numerous former gymnasts alleging Coroli contributed to a toxic culture that enabled Nassar’s abuse. In response to his death, Dominique Moceanu, a member of the Magnificent 7, reflected on their challenging relationship while sending condolences to his family and emphasizing the need for compassion in gymnastics.

He was a pivotal figure for the U.S. gymnastics team.

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