Georgia NOW News for Wednesday August 12, 2026

DOGE cuts have impacted many industries and nonprofits in Georgia. In this episode, we talk about a Georgia manufacturer that is helping lead a new effort to expand access to ready-to-use therapeutic food and fight global starvation after cuts to USAID. Plus, federal funding cuts are forcing a rural Georgia program that helped more than 400 students graduate to hold its final graduation. Also, in this episode: Georgia farmers are still waiting for compensation for damage caused by Hurricane Helene, with as much as $10 million potentially unpaid. A Clayton County Teacher of the Year is using music, movement and gardening to help students learn STEM concepts. Georgia’s medical cannabis program sees a 22% increase in registered patients following changes to state law. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNews #Georgia #GeorgiaPolitics #RuralGeorgia #GeorgiaFarmers #HurricaneHelene #Education #STEMEducation #MedicalCannabis #FoodAid #GlobalHealth #USAID #FederalFunding #ClaytonCounty #BurkeCounty