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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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How planning board voted on proposed gas station, restaurants on Spout Springs Road in South Hall
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A gas station and a building for restaurants are proposed off Spout Springs Road in South Hall. - photo by Jeff Gill
A gas station and a building for two restaurants could be built across from the Spout Springs Library near the entrance to Sterling on the Lake.
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