A Coffee County jailer was arrested after an investigation found she allegedly smuggled contraband into the facility. Officials say Imari Bailey faces multiple felony charges related to violations within the county jail.
Governor Brian Kemp announced that ArcelorMittal Building Solutions will open its North American headquarters along with a new manufacturing plant in Macon-Bibb County. The project represents an initial $57 million…
Due to flooding on Field 2, all coed adult softball games in Athens have been relocated. The B Division playoffs move to Field 1 and A Division playoffs shift to…
The average VA home loan amount in Georgia during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026 was $362,159, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
There were 3,675 VA home purchases in Georgia in the first quarter of the VA’s fiscal year 2026, totaling $1.3 billion in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans…
Effingham County officials have scheduled hearings and review sessions for their Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposal. Residents can attend meetings on June 2 and June 16 to provide input before…
Hall County has released proposed changes to its Unified Development Code for public review. Residents are invited to comment online or attend upcoming outreach meetings before mid-June deadlines.
Clayton County Commissioner Tashé Allen has announced plans for the third annual Women Veteran Appreciation Day on June 12. The event seeks to recognize local women veterans’ contributions. Recent data…
In 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) carried out 20 inspections across 19 drug companies in Georgia.
The Athens-Clarke County Elections Department will begin required logic and accuracy testing on June 2 ahead of the June 16 runoff election. Members of political parties, media representatives, and residents…
The Judicial Conference has approved a technical amendment to Bankruptcy Official Form 410C13-NR, changing ‘notice’ to ‘response’ in Part 2. The change applies retroactively from December 2025 and is already…
Georgia ranked sixth in the nation in the total value of VA home loans issued during the first quarter of 2026, with veterans receiving $3.1 billion across 8,518 loans, according…
The Clayton County Board of Elections and Registration will conduct a risk-limiting audit for its recent general and nonpartisan election on May 29. Local school demographic data provides additional context…
A temporary traffic shift on Goshen Road will begin June 1 due to ongoing roundabout construction. Officials urge drivers to use caution and expect possible delays during this phase. School…
Augusta Recreation and Parks has announced that this year’s Candlelight Music Series will temporarily relocate due to utility work at its usual venue. The event begins June 7 at Augusta…
Spivey Splash Water Park in Jonesboro has closed today due to bad weather but plans to reopen on May 24 if conditions improve. Safety remains a top concern for both…
Clayton County Fire & Emergency Services will hold a multi-agency mass casualty night training exercise in Morrow from May 26-28. The drill aims to improve emergency response coordination among local…
State Representative Kim Schofield has announced her support for an upcoming international art exhibit celebrating African heritage at the Fulton County Government Center Atrium in Atlanta on May 15. The…
Hall County Government offices will close on May 25 for Memorial Day observance. Essential services like public safety will continue operating while many other facilities pause operations for the holiday.
State Representative Matt Reeves thanked Governor Brian Kemp on May 15 after House Bill 1020 was signed into law raising pay for Georgia’s district attorneys. The new law also updates…
The Athens-Clarke County Public Utilities Department has released its annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2025. The report highlights extensive testing procedures and continued compliance with regulatory standards throughout Athens-Clarke…
Gregory Alexander Twymon pleaded guilty on June 1 in federal court after admitting he possessed firearms during active methamphetamine distribution operations out of Barnesville. He faces up to life imprisonment…
The Georgia Republican Party released a statement contrasting its leadership record with that of newly selected Democratic gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms.
Glynn County has received a statewide award recognizing its Friday Night Hoops Initiative aimed at supporting local youth during summer evenings. Officials say this free open-gym program fosters safety as…
Secretary Brad Raffensperger announced a free financial wellness event for seniors in Alpharetta this June. The Savvy Senior seminar features expert panels on retirement planning and fraud prevention.
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