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The Gist: Roswell's electoral voice rang clear as incumbents Sarah Beeson and Christine Hall retained their City Council seats, a runoff was set for Post 2, and David Johnson claimed victory in Post 4.

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Election Results: Who Won the Roswell City Council Races?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

🏠 The Gist: Albany residents have chosen continuity over change, reelecting Bo Dorough as their mayor in a decisive victory.

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Election Results: Who Won the Albany Mayor’s Race?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

🏙️ The Gist: Savannah's mayoral race concluded with a sweeping re-election for incumbent Van Johnson, whose platform of progress has evidently resonated with the majority of city voters.

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Savannah Mayor Van Johnson Wins Another Term

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

📘 The Details: In a clear affirmation of his tenure, Al Thurman has been re-elected as mayor of Powder Springs, securing a commanding majority in a fully reported vote count.

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Al Thurman Reelected as Mayor of Powder Springs

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

🏡 The Gist: Mayor Derek Norton has emerged victorious in the Smyrna mayoral race.

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Who Won the Smyrna Mayor’s Race

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

🏙️ The Gist: Austell residents have chosen their mayor; incumbent Ollie B. Clemons Jr. has secured the seat with a strong majority.

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Who Won the Austell Mayor’s Race?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

📰 The Gist: Canton voters have re-elected Bill Grant as Mayor, signaling continued trust in his leadership.

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Who Won the Canton Mayor’s Race?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

ELECTION RESULTS

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Who Won the 2023 Norcross City Council Election?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

Instead, it’s “Which Bubba?”

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In Darien, Election Day Is a Battle of the Bubbas

by Craig Nelson | The CurrentNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

Georgia residents head to the polls today for municipal elections, an often overlooked but critical component of the electoral process. These elections, which occur every two years, allow voters to choose their city council members, mayors, and other city officials who play a crucial role in shaping local policies and decision-making.

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It’s Election Day in Georgia

by Kelly PostNovember 7, 2023November 7, 2023

Polling Place Vote Here Sign On White Board Near House

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Who Is on the Ballot for Tuesday’s Election in Cobb County?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2023November 6, 2023

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff ATLANTA – Georgia youths in the custody of the state’s foster care system are disproportionately likely to become victims of child sex trafficking, several experts in the subject testified Monday. Between 2018 and last year, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children received more than 2,400 reports of children missing

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Experts Say Georgia’s Foster Care Failures Often Lead to Child Sex Trafficking

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 6, 2023

As the leaves turn in DeKalb County, the political landscape is poised for transformation as well, with municipal elections set for November 7, 2023. Voters across the county will cast their ballots in a series of local races that could redefine city leadership for the next several years.

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Who Is on the Ballot on Election Day in DeKalb County?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2023November 4, 2023

ATLANTA – Legislative Democrats and social services advocates have long complained that Georgia doesn’t spend enough money to meet the educational, health-care, and public-safety needs of a growing population. But there’s something different about the latest fiscal numbers that prompted the left-leaning Georgia Budget and Policy Institute (GBPI) to release a 15-page report Oct. 31

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Georgia’s $16 Billion Tax Surplus Sparks Controversy

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 3, 2023November 3, 2023

Snow Covered Christmas Tree with Multi Colored Lights

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What You Need To Know About Gwinnett County’s 39-Foot Christmas Tree

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2023October 30, 2023

A federal judge Thursday rejected this congressional map Georgia Republicans drew in 2021. ATLANTA – A federal judge Thursday rejected both the congressional and legislative redistricting maps Georgia’s Republican-controlled General Assembly drew two years ago and ordered new maps prepared in time for next year’s elections. In a 516-page ruling, U.S. District Judge Steve Jones

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Federal Judge Tosses Out Georgia’s New Voting Maps

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceOctober 26, 2023October 26, 2023

It’s the middle of the afternoon on a Wednesday, and Coffee County elections supervisor Christy Nipper is calm and relaxed. Early voting for municipal elections is underway and running smoothly. Voters occasionally call with questions about who’s on the ballot and everything else is “business as usual.”

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Here’s How Coffee County Is Recovering From a 2020 Election Scandal

by Stephen Fowler | GA TodayOctober 25, 2023

📬 The Gist: The City of Milton has sent out annual property tax bills, set to reach homes and businesses soon.

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Milton’s Property Tax Bills Are in the Mail

by Thom ChandlerOctober 25, 2023October 25, 2023