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In Georgia’s “Original Vision,” a 21st Century Call to Action
13+ hour, 38+ min ago (420+ words) Let's Transform a Bleak Outlook for Millions of Georgians" On Feb. 12 Georgia will celebrate the 293rd anniversary of its founding by Gen. James Oglethorpe in 1733. Georgians should be proud that the 13th British American colony has become a political and economic powerhouse....
Bills introduced to curb predatory HOA practices in Georgia
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (349+ words) On Tuesday, Feb. 10, members of the Georgia Legislature hosted a press conference on the Capitol's south steps. The subject was one many Georgians share: home. "We have to address the problem of predatory HOAs. They don't have integrity, many of…...
Atlanta's E-bike Rebate Program gets renewed
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (789+ words) Feb. 10" Sandy Springs officials are asking GDOT to communicate more with neighborhoods and share final designs for the Georgia 400 express lane project.Tree clearing will resume next month before heavy construction begins this summer between the North Springs MARTA Station…...
Georgia lawmakers move to protect ratepayers from data center related power hike
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (289+ words) ATLANTA " With affordability a top concern of voters, Georgia lawmakers are moving to insulate electricity ratepayers from costs driven by demand from power-guzzling data centers. Late last year, the state Public Service Commission authorized a Georgia Power request to expand…...
Georgia Republicans aim to crack down on street protests
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (258+ words) Georgia lawmakers are considering a bill today that would add strong penalties for protesters who block roads. " Critics say the bill opens the door for police to use the law to stifle protests they say are protected by the U.S. Constitution....
Tucker's decade of incorporation recognized by Georgia House
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (186+ words) The Georgia House of Representatives have announced a day of recognition to honor Tucker's decade of incorporation. "Over the past 10 years, the City of Tucker has expanded and improved the level of service to the residents and business owners, and…...
Atlanta Mayor Looking To Beef Up Blight Condemnation Process
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (451+ words) Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens last month attended the ribbon-cutting of two housing projects with 57 new income-restricted units built on formerly blighted and vacant property in the city's English Avenue neighborhood." The mayor made known his desire to see more projects…...
ICE Deportation Plans Ramping Up in Atlanta with New Location
3+ day, 15+ hour ago (561+ words) In January, College Park residents learned Immigration and Customs Enforcement was planning to open an office in their community, catching many unaware. And now, the city of Social Circle, a suburb located 45 miles east of the city, will host a…...
Feds reportedly purchase ICE facility in metro Atlanta
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (110+ words) The City of Social Circle was informed Sunday that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has reportedly purchased an immigration detention facility. ATLANTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - The City of Social Circle was informed Sunday that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has…...
8 takeaways from Rick Jackson’s surprise entry into Georgia governor’s race
1+ week, 2+ day ago (1436+ words) All eight of Georgia's House Republicans voted for the funding bill. Among those celebrating its passage was U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, who was able to add in language he has long championed to place ......