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Jimmy Carter, longest living ex-president, dies at 100

Jimmy Carter, longest living ex-president, dies at 100

Former President Jimmy Carter died on Sunday afternoon at his home in Plains, Georgia.
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New Year, New Laws: Key Georgia legislation takes effect January 1

New Year, New Laws: Key Georgia legislation takes effect January 1

As the clock ticks toward New Year's Day, several key laws passed by Georgia's General Assembly—including election reforms, tax measures, and health-care initiatives—are set to take effect, sparking debates and hopes for change statewide.
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State to lift ban on new irrigation wells

State to lift ban on new irrigation wells

Big changes are flowing into Southwest Georgia as the state lifts a decade-long moratorium on new irrigation wells, giving farmers a much-needed boost to recover from recent challenges.
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State launches website for new school vouchers program

State launches website for new school vouchers program

The Georgia Education Savings Authority (GESA) has launched mygeorgiapromise.org as a resource for families to access information and apply for the new Georgia Promise Scholarship, which provides up to $6,500 annually for eligible K-12 students in lower-performing schools to cover private school tuition, tutoring, and other educational expenses starting in July 2025.
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State to roll out Georgia Access health insurance exchange

State to roll out Georgia Access health insurance exchange

Starting November 1, Georgia will launch its own state-based health insurance exchange, Georgia Access, replacing the federal healthcare.gov platform and aiming to enhance accessibility while raising concerns about compliance and enrollment practices. You can preview the plan offerings now.
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State School Superintendent Richard Woods calls for school safety enhancements in wake of Apalachee tragedy

State School Superintendent Richard Woods calls for school safety enhancements in wake of Apalachee tragedy

In response to the recent tragedy at Apalachee High School, Georgia’s State School Superintendent Richard Woods is advocating for increased funding to bolster school safety with the implementation of School Resource Officers and crisis alert systems in every school across the state.
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Vet the Vote: State signing up veterans to serve as poll workers

Vet the Vote: State signing up veterans to serve as poll workers

In an effort to remind citizens that voting is a civic act, the State of Georgia and the Vet the Vote organization will work together to recruit veterans as poll workers this year.
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Georgia Gov. Kemp unveils $1.5 billion boost for statewide transportation improvements

Georgia Gov. Kemp unveils $1.5 billion boost for statewide transportation improvements

Governor Brian Kemp has announced a $1.5 billion surplus fund allocation aimed at massively enhancing Georgia's transportation infrastructure, marking a significant boost in the state's efforts to improve roadways, aviation, and freight movement. This includes funding for widening I-16 to improve the movement of cargo in and out of the Port of Savannah.
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Plant Vogtle nuclear reactor back in service

Plant Vogtle nuclear reactor back in service

Georgia Power's Plant Vogtle, which experienced a temporary shutdown last week, has resumed operations and is once again providing electricity to the grid.
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Plant Vogtle Unit 3 shut down by 'valve issue'

Plant Vogtle Unit 3 shut down by 'valve issue'

The unit at the plant south of Augusta went into full commercial operation last summer but was shut down on July 8, 2024, due to an issue with a valve on one of the three main pumps.
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