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Macon Telegraph

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Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority to scale back paratransit ridership in 2027

Funding constraints, rising costs for fuel and maintenance and driver shortages make it difficult for MBCTA to keep up with current demand.

Macon, GA · 3d

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Keisha Lance Bottoms elected Georgia’s first female governor, first Black female Governor in US

Keisha Lance Bottoms makes history as Georgia's first female and first Black female governor, taking office this January.

Georgia · 2d

WALB 10

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Rep. Sanford Bishop says high voter engagement ahead of Midterm Election Day is a positive sign

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) —U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop, D-Ga., who represents Georgia’s 2nd Congressional District, said high early voter turnout is a sign voters feel invested in the 2026 Midterm Election. Bishop said “there’s a lot of excitement” and “a lot of energy.” He said people are concerned about...

Albany, GA · 3d
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CBS News Atlanta

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Josh McLaurin flips Georgia lieutenant governor's office

Georgia voters chose between Republican Greg Dolezal and Democrat Josh McLaurin to succeed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and help shape the state Senate's priorities.

Georgia · 2d

Macon Telegraph

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Macon-Bibb County Commission seeks to put penny sales tax on future ballots

The Macon-Bibb County Commission wants to ask voters to decide whether to renew an additional penny sales tax that Mayor Lester Miller credits with helping reduce property tax rates over the past five years. The OLOST — which stands for Other Local Option Sales Tax — is a penny-on-the-dollar sales tax first approved by Bibb County voters in 2021. The county commission voted during its meeting Tuesday evening to approve a measure that would allow voters to decide in March whether to renew it for another five years. The ballot item still must be approved by the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections. Miller said the OLOST has been used to help roll back the millage rate from 20.33 to 9.575 mills. “If it passes then, of course, we’ll continue to collect the penny sales tax and we’ll continue to use that to offset property taxes,” Miller said. “If we put this on the referendum and it fails, then we’ll revert back to the other rate or substantially cut the budget by millions and millions of dollars.” Commissioner Donice Bryant asked if there would be any public hearings or meetings on the matter. Miller replied that it would be against the

Bibb County, GA · 2d

fox5atlanta.com

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GOP attorney general hopeful courts all voters

Highlighting Henry County and Georgia as battlegrounds, Strickland asserted that statewide candidates must appeal to all 11 million residents rather than relying solely on a primary base.

Henry County, GA · 2d

41nbc.com

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Weekend Watch: Macon Burger Week, Christmas Made in the South and more happening in Middle Georgia

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Whether you’re ready to get a head start on Christmas shopping, try a new burger or enjoy a little music and entertainment, there are plenty of things to do across Middle Georgia this weekend. Several events are giving people opportunities to explore local businesses,...

Macon, GA · 1d

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Much-needed repairs prompt Amerson River Park playground closure Nov. 5-6

MACON, Ga. (WGXA) — The playground at Amerson River Park will temporarily close this Thursday and Friday, November 5 and 6, for 'much-needed' equipment repairs and ground recoating. Macon-Bibb County officials said three slides will be replaced, as well as the adventure tube. Additionally, the bonded rubber ground covering...

Macon, GA · 1d

macon-newsroom.com

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Macon-Bibb OKs $7M for Audi deal, preps convention site, calls for OLOST vote

The Macon-Bibb County Commission agreed to pitch-in $7 million for its portion of the Mid-Georgia Gateway Joint Development Authority’s deal for the Peach County megasite that lured a $4 billion Audi of America manufacturing plant. The morning after Tuesday’s commission meetings, Mayor Lester Miller was priming the Chamber of...

Macon, GA · 2d

Rough Draft Atlanta

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Georgia election results for Nov. 3, 2026

Get live updates on Georgia's Nov. 3, 2026 midterm election results, including state races and local counts for cities and counties across metro Atlanta. The post Georgia election results for Nov. 3, 2026 appeared first on Rough Draft® .

Georgia · 2d

The Hill

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Georgia live results: 2026 House races

Georgians on Tuesday will pick their U.S. representatives for the next two years, although election handicappers do not rate any of the races as competitive. The Peach State is home to 14 congressional districts, split between nine Republicans and five Democrats. Outgoing Gov. Brian Kemp (R) attempted to initiate mid-decade redistricting earlier this year following…

Georgia · 3d

courierheraldtoday.com

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Cochran builders call on the city to sever ties with Falcon Design inspector

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Cochran builders are calling on the city to sever ties with Falcon Design Inspector Anne Cleveland, citing concerns with her communication and stringent inspection standards. In the past couple of months, builders have taken to council meetings to voice their concerns with the civil...

Cochran, GA · 2d

Yahoo!

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Crowd grows at the Jackson watch party on election night

Jennifer Bellamy reports live from the Jackson watch party as the crowd continues to grow and supporters follow Georgia's results.

Georgia · 2d

mindfullyamerican.com

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6 Things Georgians Can’t Legally Toss in a Household Garbage Bin

Pool chemicals, kerosene and old fluorescent bulbs all look like trash on garbage day. But in Atlanta, they’re on the list of things that can’t go in your bin. Here’s what Georgians should keep out of their household garbage can, and what a mistake could cost, depending on where you live.

Georgia · 5d

WSB Radio

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Gov. Kemp announces new property tax relief for Georgia homeowners

The reduction will be applied directly to homeowners' property tax bills, lowering the amount they owe.

Georgia · 4d

Only In Your State

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The Legend Behind Georgia's Most Haunted Bridge

For more than 40 years, folks have claimed that drivers who set a candy bar on their hood inside Concord Covered Bridge in Georgia will hear the footsteps of ghost children clamoring for the sweet treat. Drivers, of course, use the bridge by day to make their way between Smyrna and Mableton, but come nightfall, […]

Georgia · 3d

wtoc.com

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Georgians react to state troopers allowed to scan digital IDs at traffic stops

PORT WENTWORTH, Ga. (WTOC) - Georgia drivers can now use a digital driver’s license or ID during traffic stops, crash investigations, and under other circumstances, according to the state Department of Public Safety. All state troopers, commercial vehicle enforcement officers, and Capitol Police will be able to scan the...

Georgia · 3d

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Tate House celebrates 100 years: A century of elegance and vision in North Georgia

For 100 years, the Tate House Mansion has stood as one of North Georgia’s most iconic and remarkable properties. Born from the discovery of rare pink Etowah marble, shaped by the vision of the Tate family, and brought back to life through an extraordinary restoration, the mansion represents a century of history, architectural beauty and enduring legacy.

North Georgia, GA · 4d

middlegatimes.com

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Jim Webb's Middle Georgia Live Music Report (11/2-11/8)

The joyous sound of live music will be heard inside venues large and small and filling the air at special community events throughout Middle Georgia this week. First Friday in Downtown Macon is one special event where live music will be easy to find, both on street corners and in the city's many downtown music venues. Music fan Jim Webb has once again searched low and high for the following mostly comprehensive list of live music shows in the heart of Georgia the first full week of November 2026.

Macon, GA · 3d

alreporter.com

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Georgia lender who funded Alabama politicians gets 15 years

Chief U.S. District Judge Leigh Martin May ordered Edwin Brant Frost IV to serve 15 years in prison followed by three years of supervised release. Frost, 69, of Newnan, Georgia, founded First Liberty Building and Loan. He must also pay $76,454,374.39 in restitution after pleading guilty to wire fraud on May 12.

Alabama · 4d