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A look at some of the new Georgia laws to go into effect on July 1
COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Gov. Brian Kemp signed multiple bills into law after the most recent legislation session. Those are expected to go into effect on July 1. Here in Columbus, we have a revision on how school board vacancies are filled, bills touching on technology fees in Recorder’s and Probate Court, and a resolution […]
Lawsuit settled in 2019 Golden Ray sinking off Georgia coast
A federal lawsuit filed in 2022 over the sinking of the Golden Ray cargo ship, which was carrying some $142 million worth of cargo when it capsized off the coast of Georgia, has been settled. The Marshall Islands-flagged roll-on/roll-off vehicle carrier sank on Sept. 8, 2019, after leaving the Port...
Georgia Today: Debate to cause traffic disruptions; Palmetto postal delays; ATL could host Sundance
LISTEN: On the Tuesday, June 25 edition of Georgia Today: Officials are warning drivers to avoid Midtown Atlanta later this week; delays at the U.S. Postal Service facility in Palmetto are now affecting the court system; and the city of Atlanta has officially entered the race to be the new host of the Sundance Film Festival.
Maryland Democrats pan Larry Hogan fundraiser with ‘anti-choice’ Brian Kemp
Maryland Democrats are attempting to tie Republican Senate candidate Larry Hogan to the anti-abortion views of Gov. Brian Kemp (R-GA), who will headline a fundraiser for Hogan in Atlanta on Tuesday evening. The event, which comes one day after the two-year anniversary of the Supreme Court striking down Roe v. Wade, prompted Maryland Democrats to […]
Georgia Ports Adds 120 Acres of Storage Space
Port of Brunswick sets all-time record in May, grows Ro/Ro volumes by 26 percent. The Port of Brunswick handled an all-time record of 86,577 units of Roll-on/Roll-off cargo in May, an increase of more than 18,000 units or 26 percent compared to May 2023. “Brunswick’s proximity to domestic manufacturers and...
Should Georgia Parents Be Fined for Their Child’s Excessive School Absences?
In a recent study by Test Prep Insight, over half of Georgians expressed support for fining parents of chronically absent schoolchildren, suggesting an average fine of $22 per day. 📊 The Details: The study surveyed 3,000 parents across Georgia, exploring their views on various aspects of student absenteeism and mental...
USG reports increase in scams going after employee pay, won't issue second payments if stolen
The University System of Georgia has warned that its employees are increasingly the targets of cyber criminals after their pay. University System of Georgia employees were warned this week that cyberattacks have increased over the last two pay periods. Cyber criminals have used phishing emails and DUO codes to make changes to direct deposit information, which has resulted in stolen pay.
Post Malone heads out on tour this fall. Here's where you can see him in Georgia and South Carolina
SAVANNAH, Ga. — Above file video: Post Malone Drinks A Bud Light & Talks Jorts and Feet | Explain This | Esquire. Singer, songwriter and producer Post Malone is heading out on tour this fall. And that tour includes stops in both Georgia and South Carolina. The noted rapper...
Twyman Installed as President-Elect of State Bar of Georgia
Christopher P. Twyman of Cox Byington Twyman LLP in Rome has been chosen to serve as president-elect of the 55,000-member State Bar of Georgia. He was installed during the organization’s annual meeting June 8 at Amelia Island, Florida. Twyman has previously served as secretary and, for the past year, as treasurer of the state bar. He also serves on its executive committee and previously represented the Rome Judicial Circuit on its board of governors. He is a past president of the Rome Bar Association. ...
Emergency management gearing up for active hurricane season
The National Weather Service is warning that it could be a very active hurricane season this year. Emergency Management Agencies and public utilities across Georgia are already getting prepared, even those that are inland, like Rome and Floyd County. “As far as we are concerned, we don’t have to worry...
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