Commission Chair emphasizes value of Fulton's Public Safety Training Center graduates

Submitted by FeleciaChurch on Monday, December 9th, 12:54 pm

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- Fulton County Commission Chairman John H. Eaves addressed the Fulton County Public Safety Training Center’s Basic Law Enforcement graduates on Monday, December 2, and emphasized their value to the community.

Chairman Eaves shared the story of his son’s robbery at gunpoint near the Morehouse College campus earlier this year, as his son was about to enter the school for his first year of college. The Chairman emphasized to the graduates that their ethics and commitment to their roles as public safety officers could make the difference in preventing crime in the community.

“These young men and women represent our foot soldiers in the fight against crime here in metro Atlanta“, the Chairman said. “We are proud to have them join those efforts to keep our citizens safe.”

The class included 29 graduates with two of them going to work in the Fulton County Police Department and seven beginning their work in the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office.

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Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Monday, December 9th, 2013, 7:53am

(WXIA) -- 'Tis the season to give, and Chili's Grill & Bar is allowing customers to do just that.

On Monday, Dec. 9, Chili's diners can make a donation to Marine Toys for Tots by eating at one of the restaurant chain's many locations.

Simply mention the Toys for Tots fundraiser to a Chili's server for 10 percent of the check to be given to the organization.

Learn more and find your nearest Chili's at chilis.com.

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Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Thursday, December 5th, 2013, 7:49am

(WXIA) -- Registration for the 2014 General Educational Development tests is now open on the new MyGED website.

The site, located at ged.com, offers study plans, skills assessments and other resources to help adults receive the equivalent of a high school diploma.

The 2014 GED program launches on Jan. 2. It was overhauled to better prepare GED candidates for higher education and the working world, and ultimately allow them to find jobs with higher pay.

The website also features a list of GED testing centers across metro Atlanta.

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Chick-fil-A working to remove dyes, corn syrup

Submitted by The Associated Press on Wednesday, December 4th, 6:10 am

NEW YORK -- Chick-fil-A says it's removing high-fructose corn syrup from its white buns and artificial dyes from its sauces and dressings as part of a push to improve the ingredients in its foods.

The fast food chicken chain says the reformulated buns are being tested in about 200 Georgia locations, while the sauces and dressings will be tested starting early next year.

It says it also removed a yellow dye from its chicken soup and that the new recipe should be in all restaurants by the end of this month.

The chain is also testing a new peanut oil, with hopes of a rollout early next year.

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Fulton's energy assistance program has run out of money

Submitted by Jennifer Leslie, 11Alive Reporter

Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013, 1:18pm

ATLANTA -- The Fulton Atlanta Community Action Authority has run out of money for its Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), despite increased funding from the federal government.

FACAA has posted this notice on its website: "Funds for LIHEAP have been exhausted. No further appointments for applications can be provided until further notice."

Seniors began applying for as much as $350 in help in November. Monday was supposed to be the first application day for other residents who fall below the income cap.

Rep. John Lewis (D-Atlanta) issued a statement late Monday after receiving complaints from constituents who were turned away.

"Even though there have been automatic cuts to some federal spending programs that have dramatically affected many of my constituents in the 5th District, this program is not one of them," Rep. Lewis said.

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Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Saturday, November 30th, 2013, 8:23am

Atlanta unemployment jumps to 7.7 percent

ATLANTA -- Metro Atlanta's unemployment rate climbed to 7.7 percent in October, up from 7.4 percent in September.

Fulton County's unemployment rate was 8.4 percent in October.

Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said the reason for the increase is twofold: the number of layoffs increased, as did the number of unemployed residents.

Despite the unemployment numbers, metro Atlanta added roughly 2.4 million jobs in October, mostly in trade and transportation; education and health care; government; manufacturing; and financial services.

Metro Athens had Georgia's lowest unemployment rate in October, at 5.8 percent. The Heart of Georgia-Altamaha region had the highest at 10.9 percent.

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Fulton and community partners to host celebration for children and families in need

Submitted by FeleciaChurch on Thursday, November 28th, 10:29 am

ATLANTA -- Children and families in need and outstanding students will be the focus of a “Community Cares” Christmas Celebration on Friday, December 20, 2013, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The event will feature distribution of toys, clothing, non-perishable items and recognition of students who have demonstrated academic excellence and perfect attendance. Community partners supporting the event with entertainment, food, resources and giveaways include Fulton County Housing and Human Services Department, Office of Children and Youth, V103 FM, Music Education Group (MEG), Treasure Chest, Inc., and other caring sponsors.

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