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Georgia Election 2026: DJ among highlights of nearly issue-free Gwinnett voting

A DJ is busy on Election Day, but those walking past him are headed to a ballot, not a dance floor.

Gwinnett County, GA · 5d

The Citizens

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City of Conyers continuing downtown redevelopment efforts

CONYERS — The city of Conyers is continuing efforts to assemble property for future downtown redevelopment, with officials considering buying another parcel along Loyd Street. During the Oct. 21 City Council work session, city officials discussed Resolution 782, which would authorize the purchase of about 0.17 acres at 1067 Loyd Street for $72,500. The proposed acquisition is part of a larger effort to bring several properties under city ownership to support future redevelopment and revitalization in the downtown area. City Manager Kameron Kelley told council members that the city is nearing completion of its property acquisition efforts, with only a limited number of parcels remaining to be purchased. According to Kelley, the city expects to acquire another property as it works toward completing the land assembly process. The purchase would give the city additional control over how the properties could be used or redeveloped in the future. Assembling multiple parcels under common ownership can allow local governments to pursue redevelopment opportunities that may be difficult to accomplish when properties are owned separately. The approach can also provide flexibility for planning improvements, attracting development proposals and coordinating future uses across a larger area. The discussion comes as Conyers continues efforts to

Conyers, GA · 7d

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LIVE: Gwinnett County election results 2026

Gwinnett County election results are underway as election workers tabulate ballots following the close of polls across the county at 7 p.m. Incumbents Ben Ku and Matthew Holtkamp face competitive general election challenges for their respective District 2 and District 4 commission seats. Gwinnett voters are also deciding a public...

Gwinnett County, GA · 5d
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Front entrance to GJAC in Lawrenceville temporary closed for renovations

The front entrance of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center will be closed through August 2027 to allow for a SPLOST-funded project to enhance security, improve visitor accessibility, and modernize the facilities. During the construction period, visitors who park in the front parking lot will access the building via a temporary entrance located on the east side of the building the opened to the public on Oct. 26.

Lawrenceville, GA · 8d
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DeKalb approves controversial ‘urban camping’ ordinance

In a statement to the AJC, DeKalb County Sheriff Melody Maddox said the ordinance will subject unhoused people to arrest.

Dekalb County, GA · 9d

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Georgia Marks the Opening of the Gainesville Inland Port

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Norfolk Southern and the Georgia Ports Authority on October 29 marked the Gainesville Inland Port, a rail terminal that ties Northeast Georgia manufacturers to the Port of Savannah. The terminal has been handling freight since May 4. Norfolk Southern runs the link five days a week.

Gainesville, GA · 8d

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Election Day brings local races, polling place changes for Gwinnett County voters

Election officials are also reminding residents to verify their assigned polling places after eight locations changed across the county.

Gwinnett County, GA · 6d

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Keisha Lance Bottoms rallies supporters

Keisha Lance Bottoms began her day at a canvassing launch in Smyrna, encouraging supporters to knock on doors and reach voters before polls close. She planned to visit Smyrna First Baptist Church to meet volunteers and voters. Republican Rick Jackson voted in Forsyth County earlier in the morning.

Smyrna, GA · 6d

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Election Day Changes, Heavy Rain Ahead and Property-Tax Relief

Election Day brings last-minute voting changes, a consequential transportation referendum and several local government decisions, while North Atlanta prepares for a wet Wednesday. 1. Election Day polls are open until 7 p.m. Georgia voters choose federal, state and local leaders today after more than 2.8 million ballots were cast during...

Fulton County, GA · 6d

CBS News Atlanta

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Latino organizers work to turn voter concerns into Election Day action

Community organizers in Norcross spent Monday delivering election-protection materials and working to get Hispanic and Latino voters to the polls.

Norcross, GA · 6d

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Georgia voters talking about rights, affordability

Voters were moving through polling places quickly during the first hours of Election Day, while those interviewed in Fulton and Gwinnett counties said their votes were driven by civic duty, family and hopes for the country’s future.

Georgia · 6d

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North Atlanta Today: Polls Close at 7, but Georgia’s Count Continues

Georgia voters will see the first election results Tuesday night, but the numbers on the screen at 8 or 9 p.m. will be only one stage in a count that continues through certification and a statewide audit. Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Reporting cutoff: 12:04 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Weather information...

Georgia · 6d

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Georgia officials scramble to resolve absentee ballot issues ahead of Election Day

Election officials in multiple Georgia counties are working to resolve complaints that voters are not receiving their absentee ballots ahead of Election Day, after lawsuits filed by voting groups alleged thousands of ballots never arrived. In Gwinnett and Cobb counties, officials have said they will contact voters who have not received the absentee ballots they […]

Georgia · 6d

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DeltaX to Establish North American HQ in Walton County

DeltaX, a global provider of advanced battery energy storage solutions (BESS), will create approximately 250 new jobs and invest $141 million to establish its North American manufacturing headquarters in Walton County, Georgia. "The decision by DeltaX to locate its headquarters here and further grow Georgia's energy sector is another testament...

Walton County, GA · 8d

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View of a voting site in Gwinnett County

Gwinnett County, GA · 5d

Atlanta News First

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Race for governor: Jackson, Bottoms deadlocked, polls show

Atlanta, GA · 6d

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Georgia Election Night Live: North Atlanta Voting and Results

We add updates when there is new, verified information. Bottoms wins Georgia, making history as first Black woman elected governor. Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Georgia’s governor’s race, defeating Republican Rick Jackson, the Associated Press projects. She is the first Black woman elected governor in U.S. history and will become Georgia’s first woman and first Black governor.

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Gainesville’s $134 Million Inland Port Aims to Shift 26,000 Containers From Road to Rail

A $134 million rail terminal in Gainesville is giving Northeast Georgia businesses an alternative to hauling shipping containers all the way to Savannah by truck. The Georgia Ports Authority expects the inland port to shift 26,000 containers from road to rail during its first year. Gov. Brian Kemp joined port...

Gainesville, GA · 9d

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Georgia seniors 70 and older can escape school taxes in Gwinnett and DeKalb if income is under $124,648 in Gwinnett and $113,664 in DeKalb

Georgia homeowners who are 70 or older can have their school property taxes removed in Gwinnett and DeKalb counties, as long as household income stays under each county’s cap. Gwinnett’s tax commissioner sets the income cap at $124,648 for 2026, and DeKalb’s age-70 exemption caps it at $113,664. Gwinnett’s full school exemption actually starts at... The post Georgia seniors 70 and older can escape school taxes in Gwinnett and DeKalb if income is under $124,648 in Gwinnett and $113,664 in DeKalb appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Gwinnett County, GA · 9d