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Smyrna rebranding illustrates downside of not communicating

December 10, 2024 Todd DeFeo

That someone was critical of a government action is hardly a surprise. That somebody posted anonymously to Reddit is even less of a surprise.

Georgia Supreme Court vacates dismissal of putative class action lawsuit over utilities

December 10, 2024 Community News

The Supreme Court of Georgia has vacated a Troup County trial court’s dismissal of a putative class action lawsuit filed by Lonnie Hollis and Mason’s World Bar & Grill against the city of LaGrange regarding the city’s charges for utility services.

AAA: Georgia gas prices remain steady

December 9, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The Georgia gas price average remains steady at the pumps compared to a week ago.

Athens’ Akins Ford Arena opening delayed due to lack of certificate of occupancy

December 6, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The opening of Akins Ford Arena in Athens, Georgia, has been delayed after it didn’t receive a certificate of occupancy.

Analysis: Georgia construction tax would result in 7.4% cost increase

December 4, 2024 Community News

Exempting construction services from Georgia’s sales tax reduced state revenue by nearly $2.9 billion in fiscal 2024.

Trump to nominate Loeffler administrator of the Small Business Administration

December 4, 2024 Community News

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, R-Georgia, to serve as Administrator of the Small Business Administration.

Report: First Georgia Portillo’s to open in 2025

December 4, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Portillo’s, an Illinois-based fast-casual chain famous for its Chicago-style street food, is set to open its first Georgia location next year, according to a report.

Analysis: Georgia’s bank tax credit offers no economic or fiscal return on investment

December 4, 2024 Community News

Georgia’s bank tax credit offers no economic or fiscal return on investment, and the cost per job cannot be calculated.

Audit: No economic activity can be tied to Georgia’s jet fuel tax exemption

December 3, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

No economic activity, such as jobs, labor income, or value-added output, can be tied to Georgia’s jet fuel tax exemption, but it potentially results in lower airfares for travelers flying from Atlanta.

Georgia AI study committee wraps work

December 3, 2024 Community News

The Georgia Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence has adopted a series of recommendations, including that state agencies and local governments develop policies addressing AI’s ethical use.