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Georgia Woman Buys Dodge Charger with COVID Money
A Georgia woman is accused of making up a fake business just to get government COVID-19 relief funds, which she used to buy a Dodge Charger, among other things.
Newly Adopted Florida COVID-19 Liability Shield Law is Nation’s ‘Most Aggressive’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was rocking as he signed the first bill sent to his desk by lawmakers during their 2021 legislative session---a fast-tracked measure instantly installing COVID-liability protections for businesses and health care providers.
Alabama Auto Body Shop Owner Arrested in U.S. Capitol Riot
A seventh Alabama resident has been arrested on federal charges in connection with the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Service King-Fredericksburg, GEICO Donate Refurbished Vehicle to Deserving Recipient
Recently, Keesha Wright, a deserving Fredericksburg, VA, resident, experienced a life-changing event---the presentation of a 2015 Ford Fusion to provide her independence and the ability to work and take care of her family---thanks to Service King-Fredericksburg and car donor GEICO, along with the National Auto Body Council Recycled Rides program.
Boring Company LVCC Loop Inspires Miami Mayor to Expand Tunnel Project
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez paid a visit to The Boring Company’s Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) Loop in Sin City over the weekend of March 20-21.
State Farm Seeks Trial in $1.4 Million Suit Against Auto Glass Company
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and State Farm Fire and Casualty Company has filed a federal lawsuit in Florida’s Middle District Court against At Home Auto Glass LLC, William Camp and Nicholas Alexander.
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Classic Collision Announces New Atlanta Acquisition
Classic Collision, LLC, a leading national multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, announced its newest acquisition in the Atlanta market of Bentley’s Collision Center.
Repair Shop Owner Survives Atlanta Spa Shootings
“I have been shot! Please come! I need you!”
New Duluth Location for Athens-Based EZ Dent Auto Spa
EZ Dent, an automotive repair company founded in Athens, GA, brings a new shop, new services and new automotive jobs to Gwinnett County.
KIRCHHOFF Automotive to Open Assembly Facility in Gwinnett County, GA, Create 73 Jobs
Georgia Gov. Brian P. Kemp announced March 10 that KIRCHHOFF Automotive, a German-based international supplier to the automotive industry, plans to invest $15 million in opening an assembly facility in Gwinnett County.