Targeted Support for Homebuyers and Homeowners By Carol A. Gasser Moore GEORGIA – The 2025 CHIP awards are divided into two key housing strategies: New Construction for Low-Income Homebuyers: Seven recipients will receive grants of up to $1.5 million to support the construction of single-family homes for eligible very low- to low-income homebuyers. These homes…
By Carol A. Gasser Moore LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – The Lakeland Post Office at 15 S. Valdosta Road remains closed, nearly nine months after Hurricane Helene caused significant damage. Despite visible signs suggesting the facility is ready to reopen, including illuminated interior lights and the presence of mail sorting equipment, operations have yet to…
By Carol A. Gasser Moore / LANIER COUNTY, Georgia – The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC), which regulates electricity, natural gas, and telecommunications across the state, is composed of five elected commissioners. Each commissioner is required to reside in a designated district, though they are elected by voters statewide. Many Lanier County residents may not…
By Airman 1st Class Savannah Carpenter, 23rd Wing LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – Service members connected with and inspired students from Lanier County School District during an inaugural showcase at Lakeland, Georgia, May 8, 2025. This outreach initiative provided Moody AFB with an opportunity to highlight its mission and capabilities while strengthening ties with the…
By Carol A. Gasser Moore / LAKELAND, Lanier County, Georgia – The Tuesday, June 3 fire that shut down six major highways has raised new concerns about the future of traffic and emergency access in downtown Lakeland — especially as plans move forward for a new Circle K convenience store and gas station in the…
By Airman 1st Class Rachel Howell MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Lowndes County, Georgia – U.S. Air Force Col. Bobby Buckner, 23rd Maintenance Group commander, passes the guidon to Maj. Ryan Noblin, 23rd Maintenance Squadron commander during a change of command ceremony at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, June 5, 2025. Noblin previously served as the…
Stricter English Language Proficiency Standards Now in Effect for Commercial Vehicle Drivers By Carol A. Gasser Moore GEORGIA – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has officially implemented enhanced English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers operating in the United States. These revised rules, effective May 20, 2025, supersede FMCSA’s…
By Airman 1st Class Rachel Howell, 23rd Wing MOODY AIR FORCE BASE, Lowndes County, Georgia – Ministry leaders from across the region gathered for Clergy Day at Moody Air Force Base on May 13, 2025, for Clergy Day.This unique event is designed to build bridges between the base and the surrounding faith community. Hosted by…
By T.S. Carter GEORGIA – Georgia will begin issuing one-time, special tax refunds of from $250 to $500 this week. This marks the third time Georgia has returned a portion of its revenue surplus to taxpayers, with previous refunds issued in 2022 and 2023. To be eligible, taxpayers must have filed both 2023 and 2024…
By T.S. Carter | GEORGIA – The metro Atlanta city of Sandy Springs won a spot on the world automotive map in 2018 with the new U.S. headquarters for German luxury automaker Mercedes Benz. Soon, the Fulton County city will lay claim to an even bigger economic engine — the North American headquarters of Mercedes…