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Relocation tech company moveBuddha released their latest 2022 state migration report highlighting the latest moving trends in Georgia. The report digs deep into moveBuddha’s data on all things Georgia – which states are fueling moves in and the cities most popular to move to (and even which are seeing major exits).

Georgia By The Numbers

Where Are People Moving to Georgia From?

by Special to The Georgia SunJanuary 14, 2023October 10, 2023

Most of the photos in this week's gallery come from the storm damage.

The Week in Photos: Storms rip through Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 14, 2023January 14, 2023

A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for portions of North Georgia, primarily for the north Georgia mountains, where light snow could accumulate up to two inches in the highest elevations, with a dusting to a half inch for other locations.

Winter weather advisory: Light snow possible in North Georgia tonight

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 13, 2023January 13, 2023

State officials confirmed today that a 5-year-old was killed as a result of severe storms and tornadoes that ravaged the state Thursday night.

Tornado damage claims life of 5-year-old in Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 13, 2023January 13, 2023

Gov. Brian Kemp officially got four more years Thursday to call the Georgia governor’s mansion home. He was sworn in for his second term by state Supreme Court Justice Carla Wong McMillian after defeating Democratic rival Stacey Abrams in November’s election.

Your Government

Brian Kemp sworn in for second term. Here’s what he wants you to know

by Ross Williams | Georgia RecorderJanuary 13, 2023January 13, 2023

Georgia Power teams are responding to damage across Georgia from high winds, heavy rain and reported tornadoes safely and as quickly as possible as storms clear this evening.

50,000 Georgia residents are without power after reported tornadoes

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 12, 2023January 12, 2023

According to the National Weather Service there is an enhanced risk -- meaning a level 3 out of 5 -- for severe weather this afternoon and into the evening hours for much of north and central Georgia.

Severe weather is making its way through Georgia

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 12, 2023January 12, 2023

With rampant inflation making raising children much more costly than usual, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2023's Best & Worst States to Raise a Family, as well as expert commentary.

Georgia ranked one of the worst places to raise a family

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 12, 2023January 12, 2023

Brian Kemp

Your Government

Brian Kemp promises Georgia residents another tax rebate

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 11, 2023January 11, 2023

For the last 12 months, Adams Publishing Group's journalists from across the country collected local grocery price data, spoke with American consumers about how they're navigating the high tide of inflation, and heard from economists on when the price pressures might subside. Here are some of their stories.

Here’s how much grocery prices have changed due to inflation

by Mike SunnucksJanuary 11, 2023September 24, 2023

Last legislative session lawmakers stepped up state oversight for a 2008 federal law requiring insurers to provide behavioral health benefits that are on par with physical health.

Your Government

Mental Health in Georgia is a Top Priority for Lawmakers Again This Year

by Jill Nolin | Georgia RecorderJanuary 11, 2023October 10, 2023

Pest control experts at The Pest Dude have predicted that rodent activity in homes across Georgia is due to pick up following freezing temperatures over the past month, and as the second half of January is typically the coldest in the year. The increase in rat invasions is caused by the animals seeking warmer sheltered spaces, such as attics and basements, to escape the harsh temperatures of winter.

News You Can Use

Is your home safe from a winter rat invasion?

by Special to The Georgia SunJanuary 10, 2023January 10, 2023

The U.S. Census Bureau released in December the latest five-year estimates from the American Community Survey, an ongoing nationwide demographic snapshot that collects social, economic, and housing characteristics from millions of households every year.

Georgia By The Numbers

What is the poorest town in Georgia?

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareJanuary 10, 2023January 10, 2023

House members also reelected Rep. Jan Jones, R-Milton, to continue as speaker pro tempore, the second-in-command position she was first elected to in 2010. Jones took the reins temporarily as speaker after Ralston’s death, becoming the first female House speaker in Georgia history.

Your Government

Georgia Elects a House Speaker in Just One Vote

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News Service and Rebecca Grapevine | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 9, 2023October 10, 2023

Landscape

The Sunrise Report: Stories you may have missed last week

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 9, 2023January 9, 2023

Expect a mild start to the week weather-wise, with sunny skies and temperatures near 60 Monday.

Georgia weather outlook for this week

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 9, 2023January 9, 2023

As the Georgia Dawgs make their run for the title, Dunkin’, a proud partner of UGA Athletics, is keeping fans running.

Food

UGA fans can get free coffee at Dunkin’ Monday

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 8, 2023January 8, 2023

Georgia lawmakers expressed frustration Thursday that the state’s medical marijuana program has yet to yield a drop of cannabis oil nine months after Gov. Brian Kemp announced a plan to break a logjam of lawsuits.

Your Government

Georgia’s medical marijuana program is still bogged down

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJanuary 8, 2023January 8, 2023