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Renovated housing complex supports foster youth transitioning to independence
1+ hour, 53+ min ago (680+ words) A Georgia nonprofit has unveiled its transformation of an apartment complex designed to help foster youth transition into adulthood. Nestled in a quiet, suburban neighborhood outside of Atlanta, The Oaks is part of Wellroot Family Services" Transitional and Independent Living…...
Senator discusses Georgia's latest efforts to better support foster youth
1+ week, 6+ day ago (115+ words) In a Jan. 8 interview, Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick discussed her hopes for reforms to pursue as Georgia's 2026 legislative session opens. Senator discusses Georgia's latest efforts to better support foster youth The challenges are documented and well-known: Young people aging out of…...
Documentary about Liberty County's Dorchester Academy premieres Jan. 18
3+ week, 2+ day ago (141+ words) Documentary about Liberty County's Dorchester Academy premieres Jan. 18Savannah Morning News Documentary about Liberty County's Dorchester Academy premieres Jan. 18 If you've driven down Oglethorpe Highway in Liberty County, you might have seen an everyday fixture of Midway life: a two-story red…...
Fall all-area: Savannah-area softball players and coach of the year
4+ week, 1+ day ago (124+ words) The 2025 All-Greater Savannah softball team is announced after South Effingham, Effingham County and Richmond Hill were the best among area teams. Fall all-area: Savannah-area softball players and coach of the year It was a softball season to remember on the…...
Pinwheel Set to Launch ‘Pinwheel Home’ – Screen-free, Voice Calls-Only Family Phone
1+ mon, 2+ hour ago (571+ words) New Pinwheel Home phone lets kids chat with approved family and friends " and dial 911 " without the distraction of screens, texting or games AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, January 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ " Pinwheel, best known for its popular, top-rated phones for children and…...
Georgia Senate hears grim stories on impact of social media on children
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (73+ words) Committee issued new legislative recommendations focused on stricter data privacy and making AI platforms subject to product liability laws. Big tech has reached so far into the lives of children that some Georgia lawmakers want to push back. After legal…...
Louisiana Native Launches Comprehensive Financial Literacy Continuum: From High School Through Professional Sports
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (805+ words) The Couvent Collective Introduces a Three-Tier Solution Addressing Financial Education Gap from Classroom to Professional Sports The organization's comprehensive strategy includes Financial Power for Life" for Louisiana high schools meeting HB 52 requirements, Financial Power for Life" NIL Edition for college…...
A look at the three Savannah area softball teams headed to Columbus for State Elite Eight
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (76+ words) The Elite Eight GHSA state softball tournament starts in Columbus Wednesday with Richmond Hill, Effingham County and South Effingham competing. With the GHSA's Elite Eight for the state softball playoffs set to start in Columbus on Wednesday, Oct. 29, three teams…...
Some kids end up in foster care solely for mental health reasons. Can Georgia lawmakers help?
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (1169+ words) Georgia parents who voluntarily give up their children to foster care aren't necessarily abusive, neglectful or unloving, numerous speakers have told state lawmakers in a series of public hearings that concluded this week. Oftentimes, they're simply out of options for…...
Savannah Country Day announces move from the GHSA to GIAA for sports
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (170+ words) Savannah Country Day has announced it will make the move from the Georgia High School Association to the Georgia Independent Athletic Association next year. Savannah Country Day announces move from the GHSA to GIAA for sports The Savannah Country Day…...