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Georgetown University has released "Seasons of Fury: Four Families and the Rise of Islamophobia in America," a project that traces the rise of anti-Muslim prejudice in the United States through the stories of four families. The work highlights personal experiences of discrimination and places them within broader social and political trends.
- 2New US Policies Threaten Health of Lawfully Present Immigrant Families▼New Policies Pose Risks to Health of Lawfully Present Immigrant Families and Children, Including U.S. Citizen Children
Georgetown University researchers warn that new policies put the health of lawfully present immigrant families and children at risk, including U.S. citizen children. The analysis says the measures could reduce access to healthcare and public benefits, with consequences for families whose immigration status is otherwise secure. It argues that harm will extend beyond immigrant households to citizen children living in them.
- 3Murrells Inlet dredging could boost economy, county weighs environmental cost▼Murrells Inlet dredging could provide an economic boost, but county wants to know environmental cost
Georgetown County is weighing a dredging project at Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, that could deliver an economic boost by improving navigation for boats and supporting tourism and fishing. Officials say they first want a full picture of the environmental consequences, including effects on wetlands and marine habitats, before committing to the work.
- 4New solar farm in Georgetown fully operational amid debate▼New solar farm project in Georgetown is now fully operational but sparks debate
A new solar farm project in Georgetown has been completed and is now fully operational, according to local reporting. While the facility marks a step forward for renewable energy in the area, its launch has divided opinion among residents and observers, with debate continuing over the project and its impact.
- 5Georgetown McDonough Welcomes First Full-Time Business Analytics Class▼Meet the Inaugural Full-Time M.S. in Business Analytics Class
Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business has introduced its inaugural full-time Master of Science in Business Analytics cohort. The school is presenting the students who make up this first class as the program formally begins. The launch reflects growing demand for analytics-focused graduate business education, and the university is highlighting the new cohort's arrival as a milestone for the school.
- 6gFiber breaks ground in Georgetown, targets 2027 service launch●gFiber breaks ground in Georgetown, plans 2027 service launch
Google Fiber's gFiber has broken ground on its network buildout in Georgetown, with plans to begin offering service in 2027. The announcement marks the start of construction for high-speed fiber internet in the area. Coverage so far is limited to the groundbreaking news, and reactions are minimal, with the story circulating mainly in local news outlets.