Georgia NOW News for Wednesday June 10, 2026

A major employer is heading to Cobb County, bringing nearly 400 new jobs and a $13 million investment as Authority Brands establishes a new Franchisee Success Center in metro Atlanta. Plus, despite recent rain easing drought conditions across Georgia, experts warn that South Georgia remains in extreme drought and metro Atlanta could face future water supply challenges as Lake Lanier sits below full pool. We'll also tell you about Clayton County Public Schools' $117 million investment in a new arena designed to create career-training opportunities for students while boosting the local economy. And with the FIFA Men's World Cup coming to Atlanta, local leaders and hospitality workers are receiving specialized training to identify and report human trafficking as part of a global awareness campaign. Also, Georgia gas prices remain steady as summer travel season gets underway. 🎧 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 #CobbCounty #AuthorityBrands #Drought #LakeLanier #ClaytonCounty #HumanTraffickingAwareness #FIFAWorldCup #GasPrices #Podcast