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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 · 19d
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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 · 19d
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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 · 19d
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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 · 19d
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Georgia House District 147 candidates discuss views

Georgia · 16d

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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 · 20d

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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 · 20d

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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 · 20d

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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 · 20d

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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 · 19d

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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 · 20d

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ADVANCE VOTING IN GEORGIA BREAKING ALL RECORDS

Georgia’s Early Voters are turning out in record-breaking numbers as we close in on the second Saturday of early voting. On Tuesday morning, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced that over a million registered voters in Georgia had cast early ballots, well beyond the 894,000 who voted early in 2022.

Georgia · 21d

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‘She knows what we need’: Black women voters say it’s time for Keisha Lance Bottoms

The former Atlanta mayor has a chance to make history in Georgia’s governor race — if she can overcome her opponent’s massive spending.

Georgia · 21d

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Growing concern in Georgia over potential federal intervention in midterms

Georgia remains at the center of the President’s unfounded claims of voter fraud, raising fears of a federal intervention in the upcoming midterms. CNN News Central’s Sara Sidner speaks about it with Mo Ivory, the Democratic nominee for Fulton County Board Commission Chair in Georgia.

Georgia · 20d

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Popular Burger Chain to Open 11th Georgia Location This Month

Shake Shack is opening a new location in Georgia this month. It will mark the brand’s expansion in the state. The opening will be celebrated with special giveaways and donations. Shake Shack to Open Its 11th Georgia Location in Johns Creek. Shake Shack’s new location is opening at Medley...

Johns Creek, GA · 22d

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Wreaths Across America mobile exhibit stops at Museum of Aviation for two-day event

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. (WGXA) — The Wreaths Across America Mobile Education Exhibit made a national tour stop at the Museum of Aviation on Friday, kicking off a two-day local event designed to honor active-duty military personnel, connect veterans, and teach the community about the value of freedom. The free,...

Warner Robins, GA · 19d

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GA analyst sued by Stacey Abrams' group over voter list wins

Investigative reporter Johnny Edwards from The Center Square joined us to discuss how a Georgia elections data analyst successfully defended his voter residency methodology in federal court after being sued by Stacey Abrams' voting rights group, Fair Fight.

Georgia · 21d

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Georgia’s Amendment 1 would double the conservation-use property tax land limit to 4,000 acres

Georgia voters will be asked on November 3 whether to double the acreage limit for the state’s conservation-use property tax break, from 2,000 acres to 4,000 acres. Amendment 1 would raise the cap for the first time since the program began. The break taxes qualifying farm and timber land on its current use, not its […] The post Georgia’s Amendment 1 would double the conservation-use property tax land limit to 4,000 acres appeared first on The Money Overview .

Georgia · 20d