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State budget will invest in foster families, caseworkers
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Caseworker Jana Coleman works at her desk recently at the Division of Family and Children Services.
Gov. Nathan Deal’s signature on the budget Monday will usher in a sizable investment for the state’s foster care system, including increased salaries for caseworkers and per diems for foster parents. “Our foster parents have taken a huge responsibility and have brought children into their home,” said Ashley Fielding, Department of Human Services’ legislative and governmental affairs communications director.
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Update: Gainesville man created four child sex abuse videos at Hall home, authorities say
MARTIN PEDRO
MARTIN PEDRO
Authorities have added another 138 counts of sexual exploitation of children, including four for videos Pedro produced himself at his Hall County home, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
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