The Gist: Mark Harris, former director of Rossville Public Works and ex-fire captain, faces charges after allegedly using city funds for personal purchases. The Details: Harris, 53, from Rossville, has been hit with charges including theft by taking and false statements/writings. At the heart of this controversy? Misuse of the City of Rossville’s credit card. […]
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Georgia’s Unemployment System is Getting a Major Overhaul
Georgia Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Labor processed 5.4 million unemployment claims during the pandemic, third highest in the nation, and paid out more than $23.6 billion in benefits. While that workload put a tremendous strain on the department, it’s not the reason state Commissioner of Labor Bruce Thompson […]
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Understanding Overcurrent Protection in Lithium Batteries: Why It Matters
Lithium batteries have become an integral part of our lives, powering everything from our smartphones to electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Their widespread adoption is largely due to their high energy density and rechargeable nature. However, with the increased reliance on lithium batteries comes a growing concern for safety and reliability, and one critical […]
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Friday News Dump
The Timing: In the age-old dance between the government and the press, timing is everything. It’s no coincidence that unfavorable news or potentially damaging reports often find their way into the public domain on Fridays. This tactic, colloquially known as the “Friday news dump,” is a well-worn strategy employed by savvy government officials. Releasing controversial […]
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No Charges Will Be Filed Against Officers Who Killed Manual Paez Teran at ‘Cop City’ Site
The Gist: No criminal charges will be brought against the Georgia State Patrol Troopers involved in the fatal shooting of Manual Paez Teran. According to George R. Christian of the Stone Mountain Judicial Circuit, the use of lethal force was deemed reasonable in the circumstances of the case. The Details: On January 18, a joint […]
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Georgia Residents Won’t Have to Pay Gas Tax Again Until November 11
ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp has extended the temporary suspension of Georgia’s sales tax on gasoline and other motor fuels for another month. The Republican governor cited ongoing inflation and an uncertain economy caused by what he called irresponsible policies at the federal level for the need to keep the suspension he ordered last month […]
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Three Arrested in Shooting of 21-year-old at Macon Apartment Complex
The Gist: Three people have been arrested and charged in the shooting of a 21-year-old male who remains in critical condition after he was shot at an apartment complex on Riverside Drive in Macon. The Details: On Tuesday, October 3, around 2 p.m., shots disrupted the peace at MAV at North Macon, 5578 Riverside Drive. […]
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Georgia Lawmakers Angle For Solutions to Public Fishing Rights Dispute
ATLANTA – Legislation on fishing access Georgia lawmakers may take up during this winter’s legislative session will pit public interest against private property rights. That was the takeaway message from the initial meeting this week of a House study committee on fishing rights created at the end of this year’s session. The legislature passed a […]
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Haunted Georgia: Savannah’s Sorrel-Weed House is a Hub of Paranormal Activity
Nestled in the heart of Savannah, the Sorrel-Weed House stands as a majestic testament to the city’s rich past. But, for many, its grandeur and historic significance are overshadowed by the tales of hauntings and ghostly apparitions that have made it one of the most intriguing paranormal sites in the South. Let’s delve deeper into […]
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Is it Time For A Third Political Party in The United States?
(The Center Square) – The majority of Americans want a third political party, polling shows. According to a new Gallup poll, 63% of surveyed Americans say both the Democratic and Republican parties do a “poor job” and that a third political party is needed. That marks only the third time more than 60% of Americans […]