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Dogs’ Highly Evolved Noses Can Rapidly Detect the SARS-CoV-2 Virus
  • February 16, 2021February 16, 2021
  • Staff

Dogs’ Highly Evolved Noses Can Rapidly Detect the SARS-CoV-2 Virus

For some 15,000 years, dogs have been our hunting partners, workmates, helpers and companions. Could they also be our next allies in the fight against COVID-19? According to University of

Georgia Power Encourages Action During Severe Weather Awareness Week
  • February 1, 2021February 1, 2021
  • Staff

Georgia Power Encourages Action During Severe Weather Awareness Week

Company highlights important safety information and resources to help customers prepare for all types of severe weather. Georgia Power is encouraging its 2.6 million customers to be severe-weather ready, as

Newton County Health Department and Piedmont Newton Hospital Awarded Car Seat Mini Grant
  • January 11, 2021January 11, 2021
  • Staff

Newton County Health Department and Piedmont Newton Hospital Awarded Car Seat Mini Grant

Buckle Up Right, Every Trip, Every Time. The Newton County Health Department was awarded the 2021 Car Seat Mini-Grant by the Georgia Department of Public Health, Injury Prevention Program. Through the Mini-Grant, the

Drive Safe Georgia Contest Invites Georgia Teens to Create TV Message About Dangers of Speeding
  • January 7, 2021January 7, 2021
  • Staff

Drive Safe Georgia Contest Invites Georgia Teens to Create TV Message About Dangers of Speeding

Winner Gets $2,000 and Chance to Work with Emmy-Winning Director to Create TV PSA That Will Air Nationwide. Teens from throughout the state of Georgia are being invited to help spread the

Georgia Power Storm Crews Wrap Up Historic Hurricane Season
  • December 7, 2020December 7, 2020
  • Staff

Georgia Power Storm Crews Wrap Up Historic Hurricane Season

Company responded to 26 severe storms that impacted Georgia and provided restoration support for eight out-of-state requests for assistance. With the official close of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, Georgia

‘Tis the Season to Be Safe: Top Tips for Your Family During COVID-19
  • November 25, 2020November 25, 2020
  • Staff

‘Tis the Season to Be Safe: Top Tips for Your Family During COVID-19

CPSC releases latest data for injuries and deaths related to toys, holiday decorating and cooking; announces 2020 toy recalls. The holidays normally are a time to get together in person

Properly Powered
  • October 24, 2020October 25, 2020
  • Family Features Editorial Syndicate

Properly Powered

Tips for proper use of battery-operated power tools While battery-powered tools are convenient options for efficiently tackling projects both around the house and on the job site, contractors and DIYers

Choose the Right Trees and Shrubs This Fall
  • October 12, 2020October 25, 2020
  • Staff

Choose the Right Trees and Shrubs This Fall

Georgia Power highlights the importance of planting the right trees and shrubs around homes, power lines. Georgia Power works every day to keep reliability high across the state and, during

Georgia Power Offers Electrical Safety Tips During National Fire Prevention Week
  • October 10, 2020October 25, 2020
  • Staff

Georgia Power Offers Electrical Safety Tips During National Fire Prevention Week

Prevention and preparation are key to avoiding electrical issues in your home. Georgia Power is highlighting National Fire Prevention Week – from Oct. 4-10 – as a time to spotlight ways to

UGA Study Finds Neck Gaiters As Good As Masks in Reducing Droplet Spread
  • September 29, 2020October 25, 2020
  • Staff

UGA Study Finds Neck Gaiters As Good As Masks in Reducing Droplet Spread

Testing Finds Multi-Layer Gaiters Can Block More Than 95% of Respiratory Droplets Face-Covering Efficacy Driven More by Fabric Layers Than Form Factor University of Georgia researchers have demonstrated that neck gaiters can

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