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Are shelter-in-place restrictions helping Atlanta recover?
Besides news about the negative effects of COVID-19, there have been social media posts claiming that the environment has improved tremendously due to lack of human traffic in major cities around the world. A photoset […]
Sustainable practices to prepare for Earth Day during a pandemic
Panthers will be celebrating Earth Day indoors this year, and The Signal would like to help by offering a list of ways to practice sustainable living during COVID-19. The threat of the virus demonstrates how […]
Pollen count — Painting Atlanta yellow
While people practice social distancing, Atlanta is being painted yellow as the amount of pollen reaches record numbers. On March 20, 2012, the highest pollen count ever recorded was at 9,369 particles per cubic meter, […]
Local businesses and on-campus jobs affected by COVID-19
There is an economic pandemic spreading like the disease itself. The economy has seen a rapid shift over the course of two months as nearly 17 million individuals have filed for unemployment. With today’s unemployment […]
Resource Guide: How students can get the help they need during a pandemic
As students begin their online coursework, The Signal has combined resources for students offered by Georgia State, the state of Georgia and national services. Georgia State: 1. Internet | Online Classes | Strategies for Sucess […]
March 31: News Briefs & Crime Blotter
NEWS BRIEFS LOCAL Georgia manufacturers convert to medical equipment According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Heritage Sleep Concepts was able to rehire 15 laid-off employees after a call from Floyd Medical Center. Heritage, Luvu Brands and […]
TEDx speakers talk human trafficking
A dozen students and a panel of professionals gathered in Student Center West’s House Salon to talk about a major issue not only in Atlanta but in the country: human trafficking. At a TEDx event […]
March 24: News Briefs & Crime Blotter
NEWS BRIEFS LOCAL Magic City is creating a virtual platform for customers. Many Atlanta strip clubs have closed to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Along with The Cheetah, The Blue Flame and Pink Pony, […]