Author: Savannah Herald

LeBron & Bronny James Jr.- Source: Katelyn Mulcahy / Getty LeBron James reflects on making history playing alongside his son Bronny and says the moment is “everything” to him as a father. For almost a decade, LeBron James has said that before he retires, he wants to play in the NBA with his sons. Detractors have had many comments about whether or not that’d be feasible, but after the Lakers selected Bronny as the last pick in the 2024 NB Draft, LeBron’s dream came true. On October 6, Bronny not only celebrated his 20th birthday but made history alongside his father as the…

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To remain competitive in business and establish a reputation as a leader in innovation, you need to find the right people for the job. As you probably already know, this involves more than simply posting open positions and hiring whoever appears best.You want to welcome the perfect prospect to the team, and we’re here to talk strategy. We’re breaking out the blueprint that top tech companies use to build and maintain a solid candidate pipeline.Here are the secrets to creating a talent pool overflowing with top-tier prospects in your industry.Know (and Share!) Your Company CultureGoogle is well known for its…

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Educators in Clayton County offered insight into this nationwide concern and what the school district is doing to ensure discipline is handled equitably. CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — State data shows Black students are suspended at higher rates and are more likely to receive harsher punishment compared to their white classmates for similar offenses.  These racial disparities in how K-12 students are disciplined can be felt in metro Atlanta. 11Alive spoke to educators in Clayton County about this nationwide concern and what the county is doing to ensure discipline is handled equitably.  Shakira Rice has been an educator in Clayton County…

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LONG COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — Residents voiced concerns online on Monday over the Long County Commissioners plan to amend the Long County Charter. The regular monthly meeting is set to take place on Wednesday, Oct. 9. When the commissioner’s posted the agenda, some residents expressed concern over what a charter change would mean for them. The Long County Commissioners said under their post that the amendment would remove the Chairman’s duty over day-to-day affairs of the County and allow for a county manager to handle the daily operations. The regular monthly meeting scheduled for Oct. 1, 2024, has been rescheduled…

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Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There were three gas stations in cities across Charlton County selling midgrade gas at the lowest price of $3.35 per gallon in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com. Of the 12 reported gas stations in cities within Charlton County, three offer midgrade gas. The average reported price of midgrade gas in Georgia was $3.36, compared to $3.33 the week before. Gas prices in the U.S. have fluctuated greatly in recent times and…

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SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Georgia Department of Public Health has announced the dates and locations of upcoming mammogram and cancer screenings that it will be holding. Breast cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second-leading cause of cancer death in women. However, many cancer deaths can be avoided through regular screening. When breast cancer is detected and treated early, the chance of survival is greatly increased. “Regular mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early,” said Brooke Deverger, nurse manager of the McIntosh County Health Department. “Early detection is the key to treating breast…

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STATESBORO, Ga. (WSAV) — The last two weeks have been anything but normal for Georgia Southern. Hurricane Helene ripped through southeast Georgia, which made their open date anything but normal. Now, they have to continue preparations for a conference game against the Marshall at Paulson Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 12. “Everything that had gone on with Hurricane Helene been able to see not only the devastation in our own community,” Head Coach Clay Helton said, “but driving up by I-16 and seeing, you know, all the troubles that were happening from our community all the way up to Dublin.” Coach…

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Donald Trump returned to the same Butler, Pennsylvania stage from his assassination attempt, but instead of bullets, this time jarringly joyless jumpscare Elong Musk was in the air. The bizarre viral moment raised concerns about the dreadful duo and “Dark MAGA” Musk helping to run the government like he runs X, formerly Twitter. Source: JIM WATSON / Getty According to TMZ, the former president took the stage behind bulletproof glass—a clear precaution after the July incident—and opened his speech with the line, “As I was saying…”. As expected, social media had no chill when it came to Musk’s appearance. TMZ…

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When a company’s values encourage an inclusive workplace, the pool of talent you attract changes for the better. Studies show that diverse teams are better at problem-solving, innovation, and client satisfaction.Encouraging diversity is as easy as reaching out to Obsidi® and using our platform to hire your next tech worker. But what happens once they’re part of your team?Do they feel accepted? Valued? Free to be themselves?That is the difference between hiring a diverse team and ensuring they feel included once they’re on your payroll.Building and maintaining inclusivity takes planning, but it requires consistency and modeling from the company’s leaders.…

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