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Friday, October 08, 2010  Governor Sonny Perdue issued a proclamation declaring October to be Young Professionals’ Month in Georgia. And with 40% of the state’s population between the ages of 20 and 44, city officials say it makes sense to dedicate a day in Albany.

Saturday, August 21, 2010  Gov. Sonny Perdue has named former DeKalb County district attorney Bob Wilson and former attorney general Mike Bowers  as special investigators to look into allegations of CRCT test cheating in two Georgia school districts, reported the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Thursday, June 03, 2010  Gov. Sonny Perdue is preparing to sign legislation requiring adults riding in pickup trucks to wear seat belts.

Thursday, May 27, 2010  Drug Unit Commander Bill Berry says he believes the drug will be illegal to possess, sell, and consume.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010  Gov. Sonny Perdue has set April 27 for a special election to fill a pair of newly vacant legislative seats, reported the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Thursday, January 21, 2010  Latest Georgia news, sports, business and entertainment

Wednesday, January 13, 2010  State Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond says he's keeping the door open on a Democratic bid for lieutenant governor.

Wednesday, January 13, 2010  Gov. Sonny Perdue is set to deliver his final State of the State address.

Tuesday, January 12, 2010  Gov. Sonny Perdue is proposing legislation that would allow Georgians to buy healthcare plans that have been approved for sale in other states

Tuesday, January 12, 2010  The state's top politicos will be up early to address the Georgia Chamber of Commerce at the annual Eggs and Issues Breakfast.

Wednesday, January 06, 2010  Gov. Sonny Perdue has formed a nominating committee to select a new child advocate for Georgia.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009  The governors of Georgia, Alabama and Florida predict they will have a solution to the three-state water sharing dispute before they leave office in one year.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009  Georgia high school seniors confused about how to apply to college can get some help this week.

Monday, November 09, 2009  Georgia has secured historic low interest rates on the sale of new state bonds.

Wednesday, October 28, 2009  Gov. Sonny Perdue has appointed Nels Peterson as executive counsel for the governor's office.