Local Business News

Deaths and the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Georgia continued to increase Saturday, even as lawmakers tried to grapple with what the pandemic will mean for state finances.

In response to the continued spread of COVID-19, Jackson EMC is keeping its drive-thru only service and continuing the suspension of disconnection for nonpayment through April 13.

In an effort to provide the highest level of service to the development community while balancing the public health concerns of COVID-19, the Hall County Building Inspections Division will continue to operate near full capacity with some minor modifications.

Gainesville Theatre Alliance, which started as a theatrical experiment between a public college and private university, is celebrating its 40th year this year and saying "goodbye" to its longtime director.

As recent applications for unemployment have skyrocketed in Georgia, the Georgia Department of Labor released metro and regional jobs reports for February, knowing that March will likely look very different.

Customers of Sawnee Electric will see a change on their April bill, and some may be surprised to discover it will be in the customer’s favor. Sawnee EMC announced on Thursday, March 26th that they have approved a refund to all members who received electric service in 2019.

Construction activity for the I-85 widening project in North Georgia will mean a single-lane closure this weekend in Barrow and Jackson counties, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation.

With Americans staying at home with the spread of COVID-19, gas prices continue to decline at the pump compared to a week ago.

The Jackson EMC Foundation board of directors awarded $77,500 in grants during its February meeting, including $35,000 to organizations serving Hall County.