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Proposed expansion of Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge could stop mine

October 18, 2024 Capitol Beat

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing an expansion of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, including land currently held by a company looking to open a titanium mine near the swamp.

Slate of Georgia state election board rules swept aside by Fulton judge

October 16, 2024 Georgia Recorder

A Fulton County judge Wednesday struck down several controversial Georgia State Election Board rules that were set to take effect for the Nov. 5 general election.

Georgia voters set turnout record on first day of early voting

October 16, 2024 Community News

Tuesday, Oct. 15, marked the first day of early voting for the Nov. 5 presidential election, and Georgia voters turned out in record numbers for a presidential year.

Deer hunting firearms season in Georgia opens Saturday

October 16, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Georgia’s deer hunting firearms season opens Saturday, Oct. 19, and runs into January 2025, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division said.

Burt Jones: Atlanta Super Bowl will allow Georgia to showcase ‘all that our state has to offer’

October 16, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Atlanta hosting the NFL’s Super Bowl in 2028 will allow Georgia to showcase all it “has to offer and why this is the best place to live, work, and raise a family,” Georgia Lt. Governor Burt Jones said.

Georgia voters to decide three questions in November election

October 16, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

When Georgia voters head to the polls for the November election, they’ll also be weighing in on two constitutional amendments and a referendum.

Rep. Penny Houston Updates Constituents on November Ballot Amendment and Referendum Questions

October 16, 2024 Official News Releases

State Representative Penny Houston (R-Nashville), chair of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Economic Development, informs constituents about the constitutional amendments and statewide referendum that will be on the ballot for November 5.

Georgia’s early voting first-day turnout already breaks record

October 15, 2024 Georgia Recorder

The first day of early voting Tuesday has already set a new record for the first day of advanced voting, according to Georgia Secretary of State officials.

AGs to Mayorkas: Protect the upcoming elections

October 15, 2024 Community News

A coalition of 16 attorneys general is urging the head of the Department of Homeland Security to protect the upcoming elections by verifying the immigration status of any registered voter upon request.

Georgia Judge rules vote certification is mandatory

October 15, 2024 Community News

A Fulton County Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday that vote certification is mandatory, and election officials cannot delay or deny the process.