Florida has been the source of more new Georgia residents than any other state, roughly twice as many as the number coming from second-place California and third-place Texas, , according to the Census …
Wild turkey populations declined in some areas of U.S.
In a 2021 study, eight out of 30 states surveyed reported that turkey populations declined from 2014 to 2019, with some of the sharpest decreases in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Louisiana and Oklahoma.
Giant Argentine lizards spotted in 2 Georgia counties. Here’s what to do if you see one
Is Georgia about to be invaded by giant Argentine lizards? Well, that wasn’t on the 2024 bingo card. Don’t worry, it’s not happening, but we should keep our eyes peeled. According to the Georgia …
Property tax: How to appeal your tax assessment in Georgia
If you own real estate in Georgia, paying your property tax bill is part of your responsibility. But how can you know if your county is asking you to pay more than your fair share?
Georgia introduces new homeownership loan program
There’s a new homeownership loan program in Georgia.The Georgia Dream Peach Plus loan program is a new initiative “poised to redefine access to affordable homeownership opportunities throughout the …
Unemployment claims in Georgia increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Georgia rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to …
Georgia tax collections now below 2023 after poor March
State lawmakers just completed a session in which they approved record spending, but Georgia’s tax collections continue to lag.
Critics pan Georgia Power fossil fuel plans ahead of state PSC hearing
Critics of Georgia Power’s pending plan to revert to fossil fuels to meet growing electricity demand say the company should instead place more emphasis on solar energy sources. Brandon Bell/Getty …
KeyBank nails CRA exam, Georgia Banking Association’s CEO to retire
KeyBank receives “outstanding” rating from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency on its most recent Community Reinvestment Act exam; Georgia Bankers Association’s board elects a new incoming …
22 Years Wrongfully Incarcerated: Georgia Man Wins New Trial From Gwinnett County Judge
The decision is a huge step toward vindicating a man convicted and sentenced despite no physical evidence linking him to crimes, the Georgia Innocence Project said.