Earlier this week, Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced significant enhancements to Georgia’s My Voter Page — which the state also calls MVP.
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Scam Alert: Pine straw scammers reported throughout Georgia
Earlier this year, we alerted you to a pine straw scam in Putnam County. However, this scam is does not appear to be isolated to one area of the state and has been reported from metro Atlanta to Albany.
Posted inEducation
Gun found in student’s book bag at Greenbrier High School in Columbia County
A student at Greenbrier High School in Columbia County brought a gun to school in their book bag, according to school officials.
Posted inYour Government
Senate Scuffle: Herschel Walker agrees to debate Raphael Warnock
Georgia Republican Senate nominee Herschel Walker finally says he will participate in a debate this fall — though not one of the three meetings Sen. Raphael Warnock accepted months ago.
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Georgia man charged with murder after telling police his wife shot herself
Gwinnett Police responded to a suicide call which turned into a homicide investigation.
Posted inIn The News
Power outage in downtown Decatur causes evacuation of DeKalb County Courthouse
An area-wide power outage caused the evacuation of the DeKalb County Courthouse in Decatur, sheriff’s officials say.
Posted inYour Community
Savannah leaders want more community input in search for new police chief
The City of Savannah will soon launch a public engagement process as part of the search for its next police chief.
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Georgia ranked #4 in the nation for most divorce searches during the pandemic
When divorce courts began to reopen in the summer of 2021, a divorce lawyer reported working 16-hour days just to cope with inquiries from Americans who wanted out from their marriages.
Posted inHealth
What the ban on surprise medical bills means for you
Sidecar Health compiled a list of facts about surprise medical bills, and what the No Surprises Act—which took effect Jan. 1—will do to combat unexpected health care bills.
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Fulton County chairman wants to see South Fulton have explosive growth
Fulton County Chairman Robb Pitts is committed to expanding the County’s impact on the region with his attention now focused on South Fulton that has the potential for explosive growth.
Posted inEducation
High gas prices hit Georgia school districts hard
From icy roads on wintry mornings in the Appalachian foothills to dirt roads that wash out in heavy rains, it’s not always easy getting to and from school in Georgia.
Posted inCrime
Mother and daughter found dead in Hall County home
A mother and her daughter were killed at a home in Hall County. The suspect in the killing was shot and killed by law enforcement.
Posted inWeather
Fall Forecast: Expect wet weather in Georgia
Meteorological autumn officially kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 1, and continues through Wednesday, Nov. 30. Here’s what to expect in The Peach State.
Posted inYour Family
Kemp extends Georgia’s gas tax suspension until September 12
Gov. Brian Kemp Wednesday extended the latest temporary suspension of the state’s gasoline sales tax that had been due to expire late next week.
Posted inFood
Dunkin’ is reopening its Smyrna location and you could get free doughnuts for a year
Dunkin’ will celebrate the grand re-opening celebration of its restaurant in Smyrna at 3300 South Cobb Drive on Friday, August 5.
Posted inYour Family
Georgia is recruiting foster parents
Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent? If so, the state of Georgia wants you.
Posted inGeorgia By The Numbers
Savannah ranks among best cities in the U.S. for cats
Cats aren’t for everyone, but those who love them really love them. Cat people will put up with just about anything to keep their feline overlords happy.
Posted inCrime
Two Georgia jailers jailed on charges of bribery
Two Barrow County jailers found themselves behind bars Tuesday after a GBI investigation.
