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Echols County residents may face a 13.34 percent property tax increase next year, pending a Board of Commissioners decision on a new millage rate of 16.987 mills. Public hearings are scheduled for October 18, where residents can voice their opinions. The increase could significantly impact homeowners and non-homestead property owners.

Your Government

Will Echols County Raise Your Taxes?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 13, 2024October 13, 2024

Illegal immigration and abortion dominated a debate Sunday between the two candidates for Georgia’s open 3rd Congressional District seat.

Brian Jack vs. Maura Keller: A Showdown on Immigration Policy and Abortion Rights

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 13, 2024

Republican candidate Wayne Johnson criticized long-serving Rep. Sanford Bishop for disconnecting from Southwest Georgia during a debate that Bishop skipped. Johnson, drawing from his Trump administration experience, proposed local control over abortion and supported expanding education vouchers. He emphasized his blend of business and governmental experience for effective representation.

Sanford Bishop a No-Show at Congressional Debate Against Out-of-District Opponent

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 13, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are campaigning in Georgia, highlighting its importance in the 2024 election. Both are working to win voters, with early voting underway. Harris visits on Oct. 19 while Trump hosts a town hall on Oct. 15, reflecting the state's competitive political landscape.

Harris and Trump Hit the Peach State This Week as Georgia Remains Key 2024 Battleground

by Thom ChandlerOctober 13, 2024

Donald Trump is scheduled to address supporters in Georgia on Tuesday, aiming to draw attention to inflation and economic concerns that his campaign says are harming Georgia families.

Donald Trump Will Be Campaigning in Georgia on Tuesday

by Thom ChandlerOctober 12, 2024October 12, 2024

An examination of a new election rule in Georgia passed by the state’s Republican-controlled election board suggests that local officials in just a handful of rural counties could exclude enough votes to affect the outcome of the presidential race.

Election Skeptics Are Running Some County Election Boards in Georgia: A New Rule Could Allow Them to Exclude Your Vote

by Doug Bock Clark | ProPublica and Heather Vogell | ProPublicaOctober 12, 2024

Gwinnett County residents now have more options to cast their ballots ahead of the upcoming 2024 General Election. From October 15 to November 1, twelve advance in-person voting locations will open across the county, with two new locations added this year. These expanded options are designed to help reduce wait times, which can reach two hours or more during the final days of advance voting.

How to Vote in The 2024 Election in Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerOctober 10, 2024October 10, 2024

Lancaster Ohio October 14, 2020Voter Ballot Drop Box outside Board of Elections Office.

Cherokee County Has a Second Ballot Drop Box

by Thom ChandlerOctober 9, 2024

Long County residents are taking to social media to voice concerns about the County Commissioners’ plan to amend the county charter. The proposed changes would shift responsibilities away from the Chairman, empowering a county manager to handle day-to-day operations instead.

Long County Charter Change Proposed: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerOctober 7, 2024October 7, 2024

In a significant development, Benji Cranford Jr., the mayor of Thomson, Georgia, has been suspended from office by an executive order from Brian Kemp, following his indictment on multiple charges.

Representing You

Georgia Mayor Suspended After Indictment

by Thom ChandlerOctober 5, 2024October 5, 2024

Polling Place Vote Here Sign On White Board Near House

DeKalb County to Host ‘Registered and Ready’ Block Party Ahead of November Election

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2024October 4, 2024

Residents attending the JD Vance rally today in Lindale should prepare for increased traffic and potential delays. The Rome Transit Department has warned of much heavier traffic affecting bus routes 2A and 2B, with buses serving stops near Maple Street at 19th Street. These routes are expected to experience delays due to the large crowd expected for the event.

JD Vance Will Be in Georgia Today

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2024October 4, 2024

Georgia residents have some important dates to mark on their calendars as the next election approaches. Whether voting early, by mail, or on Election Day, being aware of deadlines is key to making sure your vote counts. Here are the most important deadlines and dates:

Everything You Need to Know About Voting in Georgia For The 2024 Election

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2024October 4, 2024

A legal challenge to two new election rules in Georgia, filed by Democrats, is now before Judge Robert C.I. McBurney in Atlanta. The lawsuit claims these rules, which change the process for certifying county-level election results, could lead to delays in certifying the upcoming November elections, including the presidential contest.

Georgia Court Hears Challenge to State Election Board’s New Rules

by Thom ChandlerOctober 1, 2024October 1, 2024

The State Election Board is launching an investigation into allegations that local election boards in eight counties are routinely thwarting citizen activists’ challenges of thousands of voter registrations.

Georgia State Election Board Investigates How Counties Handle Voter Challenges

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 24, 2024September 24, 2024

Former President Donald Trump will make a stop in Savannah Tuesday, aiming to energize voters with a focus on taxes and U.S. manufacturing.

Trump is Coming to Savannah on Tuesday

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 23, 2024September 23, 2024

San Francisco, CA - August 23, 2019: Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaking at the Democratic National Convention summer session in San Francisco, California.

Kamala Harris Was in Georgia Today: Here’s What She Said

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 20, 2024September 20, 2024

Georgia's State Election Board voted on Friday to implement a new rule requiring poll workers to manually count paper ballots at each precinct, despite objections from top state officials. The decision was passed by a 3-2 vote, overruling advice from the state attorney general’s office, the secretary of state, and county election officials.

Georgia’s State Election Board Approves Controversial Hand-Count Rule

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 20, 2024