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Georgia PSC approves rule to allow Georgia Power to charge more for new data centers

January 28, 2025 Community News

The Georgia Public Service Commission voted unanimously to approve a new rule that allows Georgia Power to charge new data centers in a manner that will protect ratepayers from cost shifting.

Georgia House Committee to review state agencies to determine compliance aligned with legislative intent

January 28, 2025 Community News

The House Budget and Fiscal Affairs Oversight Committee will continue its government transparency efforts, the Georgia House speaker vowed Tuesday.

February dinner fundraiser to support Smyrna Public Safety Foundation

January 27, 2025 Community News

Tickets are now on sale for a dinner fundraiser that will benefit the Smyrna Public Safety Foundation.

Dolezal introduces the ‘Fair and Safe Athletic Opportunities’ Act in Georgia to bar men in women’s sports

January 27, 2025 Community News

Proposed legislation in Georgia would require athletes to participate on teams that align with their biological sex at birth.

Robb Pitts: Reflections on the origin of the Carter Center

January 24, 2025 Robb Pitts

It has been nearly a month since former President Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of 100. With days of heartfelt local, national and global tributes now behind us, I find myself reflecting on his legacy – and my small part in shaping it.

Georgia bill would require public hearings for major road projects

January 24, 2025 Community News

Proposed legislation in Georgia would mandate the Georgia Department of Transportation hold public hearings for local transportation projects with a “significant impact.”

Athens officials planning open houses, online survey for West Broad, Hawthorne overhaul

January 24, 2025 Community News

The Athens-Clarke County Economic Development Department and the West Broad/Hawthorne Area Tax Allocation District Advisory Committee will host three open house sessions and an online survey during January and February.

Georgia LG brings DOGE to Georgia with ‘Red Tape Rollback’ 2.0

January 24, 2025 Community News

Lt. Governor Burt Jones announced a state-level DOGE, the “Red Tape Rollback Act of 2025.”

Georgia lawmaker unveils updates to Georgia State Capitol Martin Luther King Jr. display

January 22, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

On Friday, Jan. 17, Georgia Sen. Emanuel Jones, D–Decatur, unveiled updates to the Martin Luther King Jr. display on the fourth floor of the Georgia State Capitol.

Atlanta officials report safe weekend even with college football national championship

January 22, 2025 Sightseers’ Delight

Atlanta city officials say a successful and safe weekend that included the college football national championship is a testament to their planning and execution.