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Health officials concerned about potential measles outbreak in Floyd County

As measles cases continue to rise across Georgia and the nation, Northwest Georgia health officials worry that declining vaccination rates could leave Floyd County and surrounding communities vulnerable to an outbreak of the highly contagious disease. Although no confirmed measles cases have been reported this year in the 10-county Northwest Georgia Public Health District, which includes Floyd County, local health officials have already investigated potential exposures involving several Floyd County residents. “I’m very concerned, because of the numbers we are seeing in this country and in Georgia, that we’re going to see more of it, and the concern also relates to our immunization status,” Dr. Gary E. Voccio, health director for the Northwest health district, said. As of Oct. 13, Georgia had recorded 22 confirmed measles cases in 2026, more than double the 10 reported during all of 2025, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health. Nationally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 4,410 confirmed cases through Oct. 15. Voccio said vaccination rates across Northwest Georgia generally range between 85% and 89%, below the approximately 95% coverage health officials recommend to help protect communities against measles outbreaks. In Floyd County, vaccination rates among young children and teenagers

Floyd County, GA · 14d

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Rep. Al Williams seeks re-election, says property taxes and grocery costs are hurting Georgians

LIBERTY COUNTY, Ga. (WTOC) - For decades, Georgia state Rep. Al Williams, a Democrat, has represented District 168 at the state Capitol, covering Liberty County. Williams, a Vietnam War veteran, said he is as motivated now as when he was first sworn in to help the people of his community.

Liberty County, GA · 13d
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Georgia patient confronts Suwanee doctor on video, accusing him of mocking her failed urine sample

Patient Records Heated Exchange With Physician Over Alleged Mockery During Exam A routine physical in suburban Atlanta has exploded into […] The post Georgia patient confronts Suwanee doctor on video, accusing him of mocking her failed urine sample appeared first on Hip Hop Vibe .

Georgia · 14d

Macon Telegraph

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The 170-mile odyssey of a misdelivered Georgia absentee ballot

The Bonaire woman mailed her absentee ballot to the Houston County Board of Elections in early October — plenty of time to arrive before the Nov. 3 election. But it didn’t make it there. Instead, the bright yellow envelope – emblazoned with “official election mail” – went on a 170-mile odyssey, traveling to Atlanta, only to arrive at the wrong destination. It landed in a post office box in Monroe County. Even when it was taken to a post office in Forsyth and redirected, it wound up back in the same Monroe County P.O. Box nearly a week later. How often do such ballot mishaps occur? No one can say for sure. County elections offices statewide have mailed out more than 155,200 ballots, according to the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office. Less than half have been returned. County election supervisors are imploring voters who mail their ballots to verify their votes were counted by either calling the main office in their county or checking the status of their ballot on the Georgia Secretary of State’s My Voter Page . Houston County Elections Supervisor Andy Holland said about 2,500 absentee ballots were mailed out for this election and typically 85-90% make

Houston County, GA · 14d

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Former Planned Parenthood Staff Sue Over Firings

Six former Planned Parenthood Southeast employees have sued the organization, alleging they were fired after challenging a retreat from abortion-rights advocacy and LGBTQ outreach and raising concerns about workplace discrimination.... The post Former Planned Parenthood Staff Sue Over Firings appeared first on Birmingham Free Press .

Georgia · 14d

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Piedmont Macon names Community Hero Award winner for youth advocacy

MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — For nearly 40 years, Bren Powell dedicated her career to helping young people through some of the most challenging circumstances of their lives, and on Friday, Piedmont Macon honored that lifetime of service by naming her its latest Community Hero Award recipient. Powell, who spent...

Macon, GA · 14d

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'An honor to serve': Macon-Bibb County celebrates its women firefighters

MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department (MBCFD) honored local women firefighters during a special presentation Thursday morning at the County Administration Building. The ceremony featured Judy Heath, the longest-serving member of the Georgia Federation of Business and Professional Women Club, who presented certificates of recognition to...

Macon, GA · 14d

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Democratic gubernatorial candidate visits Thomasville ahead of election

THOMAS COUNTY, GA (WTXL) — As gubernatorial candidates campaign across south Georgia, local farmers say affordability is what they want to see Georgia's next governor address. Agriculture is a big part of Georgia's economy, and farmers say keeping up with operations has become a challenge. WATCH FULL REPORT BELOW:

Thomasville, GA · 14d

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Blue Bird Corporation Expands Peach County, Georgia, Manufacturing Operations

School bus manufacturer Blue Bird Corporation plans to expand its operations in Fort Valley, Georgia. The approximately $300 million project is expected to create 375 jobs in Peach County over the next three years. The investment will include the construction of a 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility that will produce Type...

Fort Valley, GA · 14d

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Insurer Doesn’t Get a Mulligan in $12M Georgia Solar Farm Claim, Appeals Court Says

Zurich American does not get to reclassify a loss as one with a much higher deductible after it had already paid part of the claim, a federal appeals court said in a case involving rain damage to a massive solar farm in Georgia. “Golfers get mulligans. But in this case,...

Warner Robins, GA · 15d

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Georgia attorney general calls for removal of kratom from store shelves

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is asking stores to remove kratom from shelves after the death of a metro Atlanta native. Kratom was found in the room where Robert Strang, 20, was found dead near the University of Mississippi last month. Investigators believe Strang bought the pills at a store 20 miles outside Oxford, Mississippi.

Georgia · 14d

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Georgia House District 147 candidates discuss views

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Healthcare, cost of living top concerns for Lowndes Co. voters ahead of governor's race

LOWNDES COUNTY, GA (WTXL) — Access to healthcare, the cost of living and education are top of mind for south Georgia voters as they decide who will become the next governor. Glenda Bryant has been a Lowndes County neighbor for nearly 20 years, and this year she wanted to be informed when voting for the next governor. For Bryant, what her grandchildren are learning at school is a priority.

Lowndes County, GA · 15d

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I-75 Lane Closures, Delays for Bridge Work in Macon Begin October 23

The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) reports that I-75 drivers traveling through Bibb County should prepare for overnight single-lane closures on I-75 southbound at the bridges over State Route 87 near Exit 171. Contractors will perform bridge maintenance and prepare for barrier wall construction during the October 23–26, 2026, work period.

Macon, GA · 16d

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Rick Jackson campaigns across Middle Georgia; Jackson campaign continues to dodge 41NBC’s interview request

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson is campaigning across Middle and South Georgia on Thursday, with stops in Macon, Perry and Valdosta. Jackson’s campaign announced meet-and-greets in Bibb and Houston counties, followed by an evening rally in Lowndes County. During his campaign, Jackson has pledged...

Macon, GA · 16d

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AU report raises red flags on these Ga. health problems

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Augusta University’s School of Public Health has released a report that paints a mixed picture of the state’s health. The 2026 “Healthy Georgia: Our State of Public Health” report, produced by the Institute of Public and Preventive Health, compiles the latest available numbers on 31 health topics.

Georgia · 16d

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Rick Jackson to campaign with Kemp before joining Trump in Perry

Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson updated his schedule to include both a campaign rally with Governor Brian Kemp in Cherokee and a joint appearance with President Donald Trump in Perry this weekend. The post Rick Jackson to campaign with Kemp before joining Trump in Perry appeared first on Rough Draft® .

Georgia · 14d

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Chairman Bill Slaughter Honored for Completing ACCG Leadership Training

LOWNDES CO. — Chairman Bill Slaughter has been recognized by ACCG for completing specialized county government leadership training. ATLANTA, Ga. (Oct. 21, 2026) – The Association County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG or Georgia’s County Association) recognized more than 100 county officials for completing requirements in the ACCG Lifelong Learning Academy. Recipients were presented with their achievement certificates during the association’s 2026 Legislative Leadership Conference at The Classic Center in Athens-Clarke County. Lowndes County Chairman Bill Slaughter was honored for successfully completing the County Operations and Management specialty track requirements in the Lifelong Learning Academy.

Lowndes County, GA · 15d