Georgia local news

Mulberry, Georgia Faces Legal Hurdles After City Formation

News Summary The newly formed city of Mulberry, Georgia, is facing legal challenges despite recent legislative support. Three bills have…

3 weeks ago

Closure of Social Security Offices in Central Georgia Raises Concerns

News Summary The planned closure of five Social Security offices in Central Georgia, including Brunswick, Columbus, Gainesville, Thomasville, and Vidalia,…

4 weeks ago

Georgia Senate Approves Legal Fee Reimbursements Post-Judge Disqualification

News Summary The Georgia Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 244, allowing former President Trump and 18 co-defendants to seek…

4 weeks ago

Controversy Brews Over Speed Cameras in Georgia School Zones

News Summary In Georgia, the House passed House Bill 225 to repeal speed cameras in school zones, sparking a heated…

4 weeks ago

Lawrenceville Woman Admits to Million-Dollar Fraud Scheme

News Summary A 28-year-old woman from Lawrenceville, Georgia, has pled guilty to a wire fraud scheme that defrauded a local…

4 weeks ago

Georgia Renaissance Festival Site Sold for $3.1 Million

News Summary The Village of Newcastle, the longstanding home of the Georgia Renaissance Festival, has been sold for $3.1 million,…

1 month ago

Georgia Senate Approves Bill for Foster Parents’ Education Support

News Summary The Georgia Senate has approved Senate Bill 152, expanding the school voucher program to provide financial assistance for…

1 month ago

Lavonia Home Invasion Incident Leads to Multiple Arrests

News Summary A home invasion in Lavonia, Georgia, resulted in multiple arrests, including two South Carolina residents charged with serious…

1 month ago

Tybee Island Prepares for 2025 Orange Crush Festival

News Summary Tybee Island is preparing for the upcoming 2025 Orange Crush Festival, which will be held on April 19,…

1 month ago