Central Georgia

Conexon Connect charts major milestone for rural Georgia; completes 2,000-mile inaugural fiber broadband network in two years, surpasses subscriber projections

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Gold, SRE, FTTH, Central Georgia, ISP, Connect, Marketing, Partnership, Digital divide, Internet service provider

KANSAS CITY, Mo. , Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Conexon Connect, the internet service provider (ISP) formed by rural fiber broadband leader Conexon, has completed its first electric cooperative network build, a nearly 2,000-mile fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network in partnership with Southern Rivers Energy (SRE), headquartered in Barnesville, Ga.

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  • The inaugural project for Conexon's ISP is a significant accomplishment, and represents the implementation of a national ISP infrastructure.
  • Since beginning SRE network construction, Conexon Connect has expanded far beyond its initial partnership with SRE and neighboring cooperative Central Georgia EMC.
  • "Where we are today is the culmination of vision, dedication, and hard work from all involved in our Conexon Connect partnerships," Conexon Founding Partner and Conexon Connect CEO Randy Klindt said.
  • Conexon and Conexon Connect work with electric cooperatives and community entities committed to serving residents with fiber broadband.

Oconee Financial Corporation (OSBK) Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Friday, August 11, 2023
Sale, Acquisition, Investment, SBA, Bank, YTD, Macon, Georgia, Total, Central Georgia

WATKINSVILLE, Ga., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oconee Financial Corporation ("Oconee") (OTCQX: OSBK) is pleased to report results for the second quarter of 2023.

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  • WATKINSVILLE, Ga., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oconee Financial Corporation ("Oconee") (OTCQX: OSBK) is pleased to report results for the second quarter of 2023.
  • Neil Stevens, President and Chief Executive Officer of Oconee, commenting on the second quarter's results noted, "We were pleased with the second quarter results for 2023.
  • These results, in comparison to second quarter results of 2022, show that we continue to successfully navigate a challenging interest rate environment.
  • Oconee Financial Corporation is headquartered in Watkinsville, Georgia and operates six full-service financial centers in Georgia, located in Oconee, Athens Clarke, Gwinnett and Macon-Bibb counties, including its newest location in Elbert County.

Oconee Financial Corporation Reports First Quarter 2023 Results

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Monday, May 8, 2023
Bank, Investment, Total, Central Georgia

WATKINSVILLE, Ga., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oconee Financial Corporation ("Oconee") (OTCQX: OSBK) is pleased to report results for the first quarter of 2023.

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  • WATKINSVILLE, Ga., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oconee Financial Corporation ("Oconee") (OTCQX: OSBK) is pleased to report results for the first quarter of 2023.
  • Neil Stevens, President and Chief Executive Officer of Oconee, commenting on the first quarter's results noted "We were very pleased with the first quarter results for 2023.
  • Our first quarter 2023 results, in comparison to first quarter results of 2022, show that we're successfully navigating a challenging interest rate environment.
  • Oconee Financial Corporation is headquartered in Watkinsville, Georgia and operates five full-service financial centers and one loan production office.

New Andalusia Interpretive Center opens in time for O'Connor's birthday celebration

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Saturday, March 25, 2023
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MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga., March 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As a gift to fans of Flannery O'Connor, Georgia College & State University has opened its new Andalusia Interpretive Center.

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  • MILLEDGEVILLE, Ga., March 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As a gift to fans of Flannery O'Connor, Georgia College & State University has opened its new Andalusia Interpretive Center.
  • Yesterday's ribbon cutting ceremony kicked off a two-day celebration honoring O'Connor's birthday.
  • Celebrations include author talks, book signings and free tours of Andalusia O'Connor's home from 1951 until her death in 1964.
  • From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, there will be free public tours of the Interpretive Center and Andalusia farmhouse.

USA TODAY Network and Gannett Foundation Announce 2022 “A Community Thrives” National Grant Recipients

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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(NYSE: GCI), and the Gannett Foundation today announced the non-profit recipients of national grants from the companys A Community Thrives program.

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  • (NYSE: GCI), and the Gannett Foundation today announced the non-profit recipients of national grants from the companys A Community Thrives program.
  • The program, with support from the Gannett Foundation, encourages non-profits to promote their ideas and efforts on a national platform leveraging USA TODAY and the USA TODAY Networks more than 200 local brands to garner attention and support through donations.
  • A Community Thrives and the Gannett Foundation are thrilled to announce the admirable recipients of this years national project grants, said Gannett Foundation Director, Sue Madden.
  • Congratulations to this years A Community Thrives recipients, said Michael Reed, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Gannett Foundation.

Communities In Schools Announces 2022 "All In For Students" Honorees

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Communities In Schools® (CIS®), the national organization that works inside schools empowering all students to achieve in school and succeed in life, today announced the list of honorees who represent alumni, community, education and corporate partners who have demonstrated leadership and commitment to helping students stay in school, graduate and move forward toward a brighter future.

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  • Site Coordinator Award: Sherry Hoyle from CIS of Tennessee for her enduring commitment and dedication to her students and community.
  • Education Partner Award:Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Lori Ward-Rodgers for her two decades of leadership in Georgia schools and eleven years of local support and partnership with Communities In Schools of Central Georgia.
  • Philanthropic Partner Award: Hudson for its unwavering commitment to advancing education, strengthening communities, and improving lives.
  • The purposeful actions of these determined adults clearly show us how we can work together to improve our schools.

Where bison roamed: Paleontological dig shows a different Georgia

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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Many have eliminated their paleontology departments," said Dr. Al Mead, a biology professor at Georgia College & State University in Milledgeville, Georgia.

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  • Many have eliminated their paleontology departments," said Dr. Al Mead, a biology professor at Georgia College & State University in Milledgeville, Georgia.
  • In the last 20 years, he and about 40 Georgia College students have dug and backfilled muddy trenches in the swampy marshes of Southeast Georgia.
  • Since excavating a near-complete bison skull in 2002, they've uncovered thousands of prehistoric bones, bone fragments, shells and teeth.
  • Finding bison and mammoths in Georgia always seemed a bit preposterous, which makes solving this puzzle even more satisfying.

Terracon Foundation Awards $210,000 in Grants

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022
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The Terracon Foundation works continuously to support higher education in the form of grants forscholarships, fellowships and programs in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, said Scott Kolodziej, P.G., chair of the Terracon Foundation and environmental manager in the Terracon Dallas office.

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  • The Terracon Foundation works continuously to support higher education in the form of grants forscholarships, fellowships and programs in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, said Scott Kolodziej, P.G., chair of the Terracon Foundation and environmental manager in the Terracon Dallas office.
  • The Terracon Foundation awarded nearly $56,000 in grants to seven universities:
    Missouri University of Science and Technology, Rolla, Mo.
  • The Terracon Foundation awarded nearly $69,000 in community grants to 20 nonprofit organizations:
    Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kansas City, Kansas City, Mo.
  • The Terracon Foundation was established with a goal to reach out and become a real part of the lives of Terracon employees and the communities where they live and work.

Steve and Marjorie Harvey Establish the Legacy Ranch in Upson County, Georgia - Building on The Rock Ranch founded by the Cathy Family

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Friday, May 20, 2022
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Steve and Marjorie Harvey announced that they have finalized acquisition of The Rock Ranch in Upson County, Georgia just one hour south of Atlanta.

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  • Steve and Marjorie Harvey announced that they have finalized acquisition of The Rock Ranch in Upson County, Georgia just one hour south of Atlanta.
  • The Legacy Ranch looks forward to extending their programs to the children and families in the Upson County community.
  • Our family is absolutely thrilled to watch the impact they will make through the Steve and Marjorie Harvey Legacy Ranch.
  • The Legacy Ranch resides within Upson County, located in West Central Georgia, centered approximately equidistant from Atlanta, Macon, and Columbus.

Robins Financial Credit Union Announces Elimination of Non-Sufficient Funds Fees

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Monday, May 2, 2022
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Robins Financial Credit Union announced that they plan to remove Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) fees for all members.

Key Points: 
  • Robins Financial Credit Union announced that they plan to remove Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) fees for all members.
  • The elimination of NSF fees is part of the credit unions ongoing commitment to offering low or no fee services to their members.
  • Through the elimination of these fees, Robins Financial members will save an additional $5 million per year.
  • Robins Financial Credit Union is a local non-profit financial cooperative with twenty-two branches in Central Georgia.