ATLANTA, Georgia, June 26 (TNSres) -- Emory University's Humanities Division issued the following news: By Michelle Ricker Looking for a few fresh reads to add to your list this summer? Here are 11 books you can dive into now, packed with insights into the world around us. Want more? Check out the complete list of books published by Emory faculty and staff in 2023. * * * Abyss By Pilar Quintana, translated from Spanish by Lisa Dillman "Abyss," originally penned by Colombian author Quinta  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 26 -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, issued the following news release: National labor and employment law firm Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP is delighted to announce that Christine Hogan has joined Constangy's New York office as a partner. "We are delighted to welcome Christine to our firm," said Neil Wasser, chair of Constangy's executive committee. "Christine's track record in achieving positive outcomes for her clients, and her expertise  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 26 -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, issued the following news release: Constangy attorney Aarika Johnson has been named vice chair of the Labor and Employment Law Committee for the American Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division. Her one-year term begins Sept. 1. Aarika represents employers in essential workplace matters and provides valuable guidance to mitigate legal risk and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws. She leverages he  more

KENNESAW, Georgia, June 25 (TNSres) -- Kennesaw State University issued the following news release: In 1981, NASA launched into orbit the space shuttle Columbia, which made 37 revolutions around Earth before safely landing at Edwards Air Force Base in California two days later. The mission was wildly successful, demonstrating the shuttle's ability to not only take off like a rocket and carry a crew through orbit, but also land similar to an airplane. It also instilled in Ken Kubiak a lifelong  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 26 -- Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, R-Georgia, issued the following news release on June 25, 2024: Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones highlighted the start of the new fiscal year for Georgia and several laws becoming effective on July 1, 2024. "As we reach the summer, it is important for Georgians across the state to be aware that Georgia's new fiscal year begins on July 1, and several laws impacting our daily lives go into effect," said Lt. Governor Burt Jones. "Many of the state ag  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 25 -- Mercer University issued the following news: By Amanda Livingston The Georgia Rural Health Innovation Center, Mercer University School of Medicine and the CWC Alliance are working together to combat the opioid epidemic affecting rural communities in Georgia. With opioid overdose deaths rising, particularly in rural areas, the partnership is implementing the Life Care Specialist pilot program in rural communities. The Life Care Specialist program, previously succes  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 26 -- Piedmont issued the following news release: Atlanta Magazine recently named 163 physicians who practice at Piedmont to its annual list of Top Doctors. "These physicians are the critical element in what makes Piedmont a leading center of clinical excellence and a destination for healthcare," said Leigh Hamby, M.D., Piedmont's chief medical officer. "We are proud of all of their accomplishments as they continue to make a positive difference in every life they touch."  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 26 -- The Georgia House issued the following news release: State Representative Jason Ridley (R-Chatsworth) was recently appointed by Speaker Jon Burns (R-Newington) to serve as a member of the House Study Committee on Private Water Systems. "I am honored to be appointed to this important study committee," said Rep. Ridley. "As we all know, water is vital for sustaining life and operating establishments. Much of Georgia runs on both public and private water systems, and   more

MACON, Georgia, June 25 -- Mercer University issued the following news: By Jennifer Fairfield-Williams Mercer University students and recent graduates, whose work was published in the University's literary and arts magazine, The Dulcimer, during the 2022-2023 academic year, recently received Gold Circle Awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association (CSPA). The Gold Circle Awards recognize individual achievement by students in four major categories: News, Magazine, Digital Media and Ye  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, June 26 (TNSres) -- Mercer University issued the following news: By Jennifer Falk As artificial intelligence becomes more common in everyday life, a Mercer University School of Engineering professor is working to ensure the next generation is knowledgeable about the field. Dr. Anthony Choi, professor of electrical and computer engineering, hopes his new curriculum will inspire middle and high school students to seek careers in artificial intelligence, as well as prepare them  more

VALDOSTA, Georgia, June 25 -- Valdosta State University issued the following news: Valdosta State University's Center for South Georgia Regional Impact recently kicked off its third annual Rural Development Institute (RDI) with a three-day Summit designed to help communities across Georgia develop an action plan for rural prosperity. Nearly 30 economic development, city, county, and community leaders from Charlton County, Coffee County, Early County, Jenkins County, Lee County, and Washington   more