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House Republicans: 'Biden’s open-border policies are incentivizing drug smuggling'

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 6, 2022

In just the last two weeks, there have been two major fentanyl seizures in the state of California – a problem some say is a result of Biden's open border policy. Last year's fentanyl death rate stands to climb this year, exacerbating the ongoing urgent opioid crisis in Georgia and across the nation.

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FTC refuses to release price gouging investigation records to FGI as Georgia gas prices soar

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 21, 2022

Gas prices have been on the rise in Georgia and across the nation for months, and President Joe Biden has persisted in placing the blame on oil companies for price gouging.

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Concerns about crime in Georgia reach historic highs: 'Public opinion has tilted'

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 17, 2022

With crime on the rise in Georgia and across the nation, and "Defund the Police" movements still present, more Americans are reportedly more concerned about crime than at any other time during the 21st century.

'The pain of higher prices continues for U.S. consumers': Gas Misery Index in Georgia reached $1,084 this week

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 10, 2022

As the national gas average hovers just a cent below $5 a gallon, this week's Gasoline Misery Index has surpassed $1,000 and currently sits at $1,005.

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Risk of energy blackouts in Georgia, Warnock supports end to fossil fuels

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 8, 2022

Industry experts are warning that Georgia and many parts of the U.S. could face increased electricity blackouts due to sweltering temperatures this summer. Many blame Biden's policies and a research fellow for energy and environmental issues at The Heritage Foundation says Biden's version of “energy independence” during an energy crisis is headed in the wrong direction.

'Soaring inflation has led to uncertainty over rising costs': Georgia's Gas Misery Index reaches $863 ahead of Memorial Day

By Andy Nghiem | May 27, 2022

As Memorial Day weekend approaches and the nation heads into peak driving seasons, the latest Gasoline Misery Index shows the average Georgian will spend an average of $863 more this year than they did last year. The Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported the current prices for the holiday weekend to be the highest inflation-adjusted prices in the past decade.

Biden pushes for open border while drug-related deaths, crime rates rise in Georgia: 'Supplies of tainted pills ... have escalated'

By Andy Nghiem | May 24, 2022

Marc Thiessen, an opinion columnist for The Washington Post, recently attributed the surge in U.S. crime and drug abuse to President Joe Biden's open border policy.

Lady Bulldogs' Coach ABE 'excited to welcome' Warren to basketball team

By Andy Nghiem | May 21, 2022

The University of Georgia Lady Bulldogs Athletics Department recently signed Audrey Warren to the basketball program.

Georgia gas prices suffer as Biden administration continues to stifle domestic energy production

By Andy Nghiem | May 15, 2022

The Interior Department has cancelled planned oil and gas lease sales in the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska, a move officials say is contributing to the country's high energy prices.

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Harbin on inflation: 'We need to stop this insanity'

By Andy Nghiem | May 12, 2022

Georgia congressional candidate Blake Harbin (R) criticized Pres. Joe Biden for failing to come up with a solution to historic levels of inflation.

Georgia's 'Gas Misery Index' on the rise once again, numbers reach $756 this week

By Andy Nghiem | May 6, 2022

The cost of gasoline is starting to rise again in Georgia and across the U.S. as supply issues continue to impact prices.

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Jones on Freeman leaving Atlanta Braves: 'If you want to play in Atlanta, you play in Atlanta'

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 1, 2022

Atlanta Braves legend Chipper Jones recently criticized his former teammate Freddie Freeman for leaving the Braves to play for their rivals, the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Georgia Bulldogs women's basketball coach: 'I am thrilled and honored' to coach for US national team

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 1, 2022

University of Georgia's women's basketball head coach Joni Taylor was recently named as one of the coaches for the 2022 U.S. women's national basketball team training camp.

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'Welcome back': Stacy Searels to return to Georgia as offensive line coach for the Bulldogs

By Andy Nghiem | Mar 3, 2022

Georgia coach Kirby Smart recently announced that veteran coach Stacy Searels is set to return to the NCAA defending champs as offensive line coach.

First lady Kemp calls on Georgians to 'bring an end to human trafficking in our state'

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 16, 2022

Georgia's first lady, Marty Kemp, is working to fight human trafficking across the Peach State.

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Georgia's first lady raises awareness of human trafficking problem, saying traffickers 'not welcome' in Peach State

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 11, 2022

Georgia's first lady Marty Kemp is raising awareness about human trafficking across the Peach State.

US, Georgia inflation 'highest it's been in 40 years'

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 9, 2022

Historic levels of inflation are impacting the ability of Georgians to afford basic goods and services.

'Honors keep rolling in': UGA pitcher Cannon named preseason all-American

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 4, 2022

University of Georgia star pitcher Jonathan Cannon has been pegged as a preseason all-American by Baseball America and D1Baseball.

Kemp proposes increasing teacher pay to 'support their heroic efforts day in and day out'

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 31, 2022

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) recently delivered his State of the State address and announced that his proposed budget for 2022 would include funding to boost public education and increase pay for educators across the state.

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Carr encourages Georgia to observe Human Trafficking Awareness Month: 'Learn more about human trafficking and what you can do to help'

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 28, 2022

Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has recognized January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

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