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Amid fears of a November crisis, states have legal mechanisms to ensure votes get certified
Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for Votebeat’s free national newsletter here.New rules in Georgia governing how local officials finalize vote totals have some election watchdogs worried that loyalists of former President Donald Trump could trigger a crisis if he loses the state in November, by abusing their authority to delay or avoid certifying results.Election experts say they’re confident that the system’s checks and balances will quash those efforts and that each state has the legal authority to force members of county election boards to fulfill their duty...
Georgia Destination Named The 'Safest' City In The Entire State
When it comes to finding a place to live, safety is a top priority for most. Researching crime data, exploring different neighborhoods and checking in with locals are common practices that you may utilize all to ensure that you and your family feel as safe and secure as possible. According...
Harris has South Asian American voters in swing state Georgia fired up
ATLANTA — Indian American voters in Georgia are charged up, volunteering and donating this election cycle. The reason is simple: Vice President Kamala Harris is set to make history Thursday night as the first South Asian American and Black woman to accept a major party’s presidential nomination in the U.S.
Suspect arrested following alleged domestic dispute gives officers wrong name, later found to be fugitive wanted out of Florida
An investigation that began as an alleged domestic dispute on Old Waycross Highway ended up nabbing a fugitive wanted on a warrant out of Florida, according to a sheriff’s office report. On August 2, 2024, deputies received a call that Lucas Vasquez, 22, of Douglas, had damaged a door...
Monroe’s Todd named Georgia TOPS Queen
Gail Todd of Monroe lost almost 70 pounds, something that has been a life-long goal, with the assistance of the TOPS program. Contributed photo. Losing weight can seem intimidating, especially when you consider that one in three American adults are obese and Georgia has an obesity rate of 37%. Obesity can cause an array of medical conditions including heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer. People can achieve weight loss and overall wellness by committing to a healthier lifestyle.
3rd annual Southwest Georgia Business Resource Expo brings entrepreneurs together
ALBANY, Ga. – The 3rd annual Southwest Georgia Business Resource Fair brings together business owners and entrepreneurs from across the region. The recent expo in Albany showcased a diverse range of businesses, providing residents with valuable networking opportunities and insights into entrepreneurship. “Other strategies include making sure you have...
South Ga. community ‘Paints the Town Pink’ in support of woman battling lung disease
NASHVILLE, Ga. (WALB) - A South Georgia community is rallying around a woman-- currently battling a lung disease at Emory in Atlanta. The city of Nashville is rallying around Emily Paulk, who has been battling a lung disease majority of her life. In 2019, Emily underwent surgery for a double...
East Albany St. Paul’s Baptist Church’s oldest member celebrates 101st birthday
EAST ALBANY, Ga. – And… one east Albany church is getting set to celebrate the oldest member of their congregation. This weekend, the church is celebrating the 101st birthday of member Audrey Hawthorne. Born in Cairo in 1923, Audrey will turn 101 this Sunday, with a celebration at...
Jazz guitarist, Albany native Russell Malone passes away
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - WALB has confirmed that Russell Malone, an Albany native and famed guitarist, died on Friday. He was 60. Russell had a storied career playing with Jimmy Smith, Harry Connick Jr., George Benson, Ron Carter, Dianne Reeves, Freddy Cole, David Sanborn and many others. He also released several solo albums.
Missing in South Ga: Lacambria Toomer case unsolved 2 years later
ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The closest Lacambria Toomer’s son Jordan will ever get to hugging and kissing her is by embracing her missing person poster. As for Melissa Thornton, Lacambria’s mom, memory baskets, made by perfect strangers in Florida, are a part of what’s keeping her spirit strong.
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