Fight over hospital merger not over

It appears that the fight to merge two Albany hospitals is far from over.  Click here to read prepared statements from the Georgia Attorney General's office, as well as the Federal Trade Commission, via WALB.

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Weekly newspapers deliver local news

Despite their current struggles, weekly newspapers have found a way to keep small town residents informed.  The Albany Herald has more on how these publications continue to make a difference in their communities.

Click here for more, courtesy of the Albany Herald

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Atlanta vs. Savannah: Which city is better?

Which prominent Georgia city is better: Atlanta or Savannah? Read more on the comparisons of the two cities below the jump:

Click here to find those comparisons, courtesy of Yahoo. 

Also, click here to see where Atlanta ranks in multiple areas, including business climate.

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College football on the rise in Georgia

Thirty years ago, most college football fans in Georgia were hard pressed to find their favorite sport available beyond the University of Georgia, Georgia Tech, and the historically black colleges & universities.  Today, the Peach State appears to be brimming with new programs. Read below to find out what's behind the rise of new college football programs in Georgia.

Click here for the full story, courtesy of OnlineAthens.com 
 
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In case you missed it...

Here are the winners from the first night of competition in the 2011 Miss Georgia Pageant in Columbus Wednesday.

Miss Georgia's Outstanding Teen...

Evening Wear/On-Stage Interview: Julia Martin (Miss University of Georgia)

Talent: Heather Fulbright (Miss Fulton County)

Fitness: Copelyn Jue (Miss Cobb County)

Miss Georgia

Swimsuit: Leslie Farman (Miss Lake Lanier)

Evening wear/On-Stage Interview: Stephanie Burkholder (Miss Rome)

Talent: Kristen Springer (Miss Atlanta)

For more information on the 2011 Miss Georgia Pageant, please click here.

Also, for live coverage of each round of the 2011 Miss Georgia Pageant, click here.

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Miss Georgia Pageant underway

The quest to crown a new Miss Georgia has begun. 40 young women from across the state began competition in Columbus with a private interview Wednesday morning. The rest of the preliminary competition starts Wednesday night.  They're vying for the right to represent the Peach State at the Miss America Pageant in January.

Click here for more, courtesy of Ledger-Enquirer.com. 

Also, click here to watch live coverage of the 2011 Miss Georgia Pageant.


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Multiple Georgia players taken in baseball draft

Georgia has become a hotbed for baseball talent.  GPB News reports that more than 75 players were selected in the Major League Baseball draft this week.  Jed Bradley from Georgia Tech was the state's lone first round pick.  He was selected 15th overall by the Milwaukee Brewers.

Click here for the full story, courtesy of GPB News

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A top 10 scenic ride in Georgia

One of Georgia's most recognized scenic routes is named among the top 10 nationwide.  Click here to find out where it's located, courtesy of Yahoo.

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Magazine recognizes Georgia economic development efforts

Top honors for Georgia and its economic development efforts.  Georgia.org reports that Georgia was one of nine states that won the 2011 Silver Shovel Award by Area Development Magazine. The Peach State took home accolades in the population of more than nine million residents category, joining North Carolina and Texas.

Click here for the full press release, courtesy of Georgia.org

Click here for the full article, courtesy of Area Development Magazine

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Georgia hot spot for movie production

More film producers have Georgia on their minds for making movies.  The Associated Press reports that Georgia now ranks among the top five states for producing movies and television programs.  Among the films to be released in the coming months is remake of "Footloose", which was shot in the Peach State.

Click here for the full story, courtesy of the Associated Press

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Hockey still around in Metro Atlanta

The Atlanta Thrashers may be on the move to Canada, but professional ice hockey is still in the metro Atlanta area, in the form of the Gwinnett Gladiators minor league franchise.  Read on to find out how the Gladiators plan to fill the void left by the Thrashers departure to Winnipeg.

Click here for the full story, courtesy of the Associated Press. 

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