ATLANTA— State Representative Amy Carter (R-Valdosta) recently participated in the “Big Bodacious Bee,” an adult spelling bee benefiting Brooks County Family Connection and General Educational Development (GED) programs. Rep. Carter’s spelling bee team consisted of students from each of the Brooks County District public schools. Continue reading “Rep. Amy Carter, Students Participate in Spelling Bee”
Rep. Jay Roberts and Sen. Charlie Bethel to Co-Chair High School Athletics Overview Committee
Lt. Governor Casey Cagle and Speaker David Ralston have announced their respective appointments to the High School Athletics Overview Committee. The joint committee was created pursuant to Senate Bill 288, passed during the 2014 legislative session, and is tasked with regularly reviewing the operations of Georgia’s high school athletic association. Rep. Jay Roberts (R – Ocilla) and Sen. Charlie Bethel (R – Dalton) and will serve as committee co-chairs. Continue reading “Rep. Jay Roberts and Sen. Charlie Bethel to Co-Chair High School Athletics Overview Committee”
Rep. Peake Comments after Hearing Testimony from Those Seeking Medical Cannabis Oil
MACON, GA — State Representative Allen Peake (R-Macon) today released the following statement after the Prescription of Medical Cannabis for Serious Medical Conditions Joint Study Committee heard testimony from citizens and families who desire medical cannabis: Continue reading “Rep. Peake Comments after Hearing Testimony from Those Seeking Medical Cannabis Oil”
Rep. Terry England Receives 2014 ACCG Legislative Service Award
ATLANTA – State Representative Terry England (R-Auburn) recently received a 2014 Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG) Legislative Service Award. ACCG chose to honor Rep. England with the award for his work to secure the passage of Gov. Deal’s recommended budget during this year’s legislative session. ACCG presented Rep. England with his award at the Barrow County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 9, 2014. Continue reading “Rep. Terry England Receives 2014 ACCG Legislative Service Award”
Rep. Trey Kelley Presents Rockmart High School with State Flag of Georgia
ATLANTA – State Representative Trey Kelley (R-Cedartown) recently presented Rockmart High School with a state flag of Georgia. The flag was presented to Rockmart High School Principal DeAnna Williams. Continue reading “Rep. Trey Kelley Presents Rockmart High School with State Flag of Georgia”