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georgia

Georgia's Future Brightens with Rivian's Big Investment in Education

December 18, 2025

Rivian, the electric vehicle company, is putting a lot of money into Georgia's future. They're giving over $330, 000 to schools and programs in the state. This isn't just about cars; it's about people and skills. The money is going to different places. Some will go to big universities like Georgia

education

Georgia Universities Take a Risk with New Accreditor

December 16, 2025

Two universities in Georgia have decided to join a new accreditation group. This group is still being tested. The Commission for Public Higher Education (CPHE) is trying to get approval from the U. S. Department of Education. It needs to show it can handle accrediting schools first. Columbus State

entertainment

Georgia Stars Shine on New Year's Eve

December 4, 2025

New Year's Eve is just around the corner, and the air is filled with excitement. This year, the celebration will be extra special for those who love music, especially for fans of artists from Georgia. The lineup for "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" is out, and it's packed with talent from the P

politics

Georgia Judge Ends Trump's Election Case

November 26, 2025

A Georgia judge recently threw out the last criminal case against former President Trump related to the 2020 election. This decision means that Trump won't face criminal charges for trying to overturn the election results. Trump has had three criminal cases dropped since he was re-elected last year

politics

Georgia Voters: Why Marjorie Taylor Greene's Stance Matters

November 23, 2025

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a name that sparks debate, has a unique bond with her Georgia voters. She's known for her bold statements and loyalty to former President Trump. But what do her constituents really think about her? Some might see her as a symbol of divisive politics. But back in her district

education

Georgia's Cellphone Ban: Should It Go Beyond Middle School?

November 23, 2025

Georgia is thinking about expanding its cellphone ban in schools. Right now, the rule only applies to students from kindergarten to eighth grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. But the state's education department wants lawmakers to include high school students too. Many teachers in Georgia

finance

Georgia's Top 10 Richest Counties in 2025: Who Made the Cut?

November 22, 2025

Georgia's wealthiest counties have been ranked using three key factors: median income, investment income, and median home value. This ranking gives a clear picture of where wealth is growing the fastest in the state. Forsyth County is at the top of the list with a wealth index of 41. 43. This count

crime

Georgia's Trump Case: A New Prosecutor Steps In

November 15, 2025

A new face is now leading the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump and others. Pete Skandalakis, head of the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia, has taken over after Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was disqualified. Willis was removed due to a r

weather

Georgia's Winter 2025: What to Expect?

November 7, 2025

Georgia's winter weather is always a bit of a mystery. Last year, the state saw some serious snowstorms, but usually, winter here is pretty mild. So, what's in store for this year? Let's take a look at what different forecasts are saying. First things first, winter officially kicks off on December

politics

Georgia's EU Dream Hits a Roadblock

November 4, 2025

Georgia's journey to join the European Union has hit a snag. The EU's latest report card on the country's progress is not pretty. It says Georgia is moving away from, not towards, EU membership. The EU's ambassador to Georgia, Pawel Herczynski, didn't mince words. He called the report's findings "d