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Yes, Georgia landlords are banned from charging three months’ rent as a security deposit
ATLANTA — Housing can be one of the biggest expenses for families. According to the latest data from Zillow, the median rent for a one-bedroom in Atlanta – is $1,665. If you are a renter, you know that background checks and security deposits are also required when you first secure an apartment.
Fourteen South Georgia Technical College students receive automotive scholarship established in memory of Erica Scannavino
Staff Reports Fourteen South Georgia Technical College students received the Erica Scannavino Scholarship for students enrolled in the Automotive Technology, Auto Collision and Repair Technology, and High-Performance Engines Motorsports programs. This is the second time this scholarship has been awarded by the SGTC Foundation and a total of 32 students have been recognized this year […] The post Fourteen South Georgia Technical College students receive automotive scholarship established in memory of Erica Scannavino appeared first on Cordele Dispatch.
Georgia lawmakers look to open jobs to more workers who need license to work
April Williams was eager to resume her nursing career when she applied this year with a Georgia agency for a license that is required for 30% of the American workforce. After initially forgetting to provide her graduate school transcript, the Byron resident resubmitted her paperwork several other times. However, after several weeks of waiting, she was ready to vent her frustration before a panel of state lawmakers tasked with investigating issues within the Secretary of State’s Division of Professional Licensing Boards.
Valerie Vie Replaces Judge Booted Off The Bench, After Nightclub Arrest
The Georgia Supreme Court removed Probate Judge Christina Peterson from her position. In the wake of Probate Judge Christina Peterson’s removal following her arrest outside an Atlanta nightclub, attorney Valerie Vie has stepped into the role of probate judge, reports the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Vie, who secured the Democratic primary in May, will serve the remainder of Peterson’s term until Jan. 1, 2025. This decision, made by the Judicial Qualifications Commission, cited “systemic incompetence” and found 12 of the 30 counts serious enough to warrant disciplinary action, BLACK ENTERPRISE previously covered.
Savannah Police investigating shooting near 45th, Bulloch streets
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) - The Savannah Police Department is investigating a shooting near the intersection of 45th and Bulloch streets. Police confirm one man one man was seriously injured in the shooting. The victim was taken to the hospital. Police are asking anyone with information to call CrimeStoppers at 912.234.2020.
Savannah United Premier Sets New Record with Six Teams at Southern Regionals
Savannah United Premier Sets New Record with Six Teams at Southern Regionals. For the first time in its history, Savannah United Soccer Club sent an unprecedented six teams to the United States Youth Soccer Southern Regional Championships in Tampa, FL. This remarkable achievement highlights the club's growing talent and dedication to youth soccer development.
The Georgia Chronicles: The Saga of The Georgia State Flag
The state flag of Georgia has undergone multiple transformations since its inception, each change reflecting the state’s shifting political and social landscape. The story of Georgia’s flag is one marked by controversy, public outcry, and legislative battles, culminating in two significant redesigns in the early 2000s. Early Designs.
Trump immunity ruling could shatter Georgia RICO case
The Supreme Court‘s ruling this week that presidents have some immunity from criminal prosecution came in response to arguments Donald Trump made about his case in Washington, D.C., but the decision could also dramatically affect the former president’s case in Georgia. The high court ruled that a lower court judge will have to sift through Trump’s federal election interference […]
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