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Wilkinson County: African American students were most represented ethnicity in 2023-24 school year
Central Georgia News
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July 8, 2025
Among the many ethnicities represented in Wilkinson County schools, African American was the most prevalent among Wilkinson County students in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Georgia Department of Education. Of the 1,007 students...
Georgia Congressman Confirms His Granddaughters Survived Camp Mystic Flooding in Texas
The Georgia Sun
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July 8, 2025
The twin granddaughters of Georgia Congressman Buddy Carter are safe after surviving a devastating flash flood at a Texas summer camp that claimed the life of their cousin. The girls were attending Camp Mystic in Kerr County when torrential rains...
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announces campaign for Georgia governor
FOX 5 Atlanta - Georgia
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Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones speaks before Republican presidential nominee, former U.S. President Donald Trump during a campaign rally at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on Oct. 15, 2024 in Atlanta. (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)...
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially enters 2026 Georgia governor’s race
95.5 WSB - Georgia
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July 8, 2025
ATLANTA — Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones has officially launched his campaign for governor in 2026, ending months of speculation about his political future. In a campaign video released Tuesday morning on YouTube, Jones said he’s ready to...
Where Do America’s Pets Go for the Ultimate Adventure?
Travelbinger
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July 8, 2025
Alaska, Kansas and Wyoming have America’s most adventurous pets, according to new research. A survey of 5,000 cat and dog owners, with 100 in each of the 50 states, explored the unique ins and outs of pet ownership, aiming to uncover some “pet...
‘Superman’ shows Americans that we fall short of living up to our ideals
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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ExploreAs new AJC opinion editor, I am eager to connect with the communityPerhaps Superman would have stopped innocent people , including American citizens, from being detained by federal officials just for their legal status or for their...
Dr. Heavenly Kimes Of ‘Married To Medicine’ Announces Run For Georgia State Representative
Vibe Magazine - New York
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July 8, 2025
Dr. Heavenly Kimes of Married To Medicine has entered her political era. The reality star has revealed her campaign for Georgia State Senate, announcing her candidacy on the Democratic ticket for Georgia State Representative in District 93. The...
Georgia congresswoman sends demand letter to Trump
JAMES Magazine Online
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U.S. Rep. Nikema Williams, D-GA, led a contingent of her Democratic colleagues – including two from the Georgia delegation – in writing a letter to President Donald Trump condemning his Administration’s reported policy change prohibiting federal...
Georgia Republican Burt Jones finally enters the 2026 governor's race
Imperial Valley Press - California
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ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia Republican Burt Jones made his long-telegraphed entry into the 2026 governor's race on Tuesday, touting his ties with President Donald Trump and pledging to eliminate Georgia's state income tax in a campaign video. Jones...
Beloved Georgia librarian fired after child chooses book with transgender character for library display
The Advocate
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July 8, 2025
LaVonnia Moore spent 15 years serving her Pierce County, Georgia, community, including five years as manager of the local library. She thought she knew what libraries were for: fostering curiosity, welcoming every reader, and creating spaces where...
Georgia Peaches Meet Utah Honey: A Summer Skewer Recipe Worth Sharing
The Georgia Sun
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July 8, 2025
Some flavor pairings just feel inevitable. Like warm biscuits and fresh jam—or in this case, juicy Georgia peaches and sweet Utah honey. Two states known for their signature ingredients. One irresistible, no-cook recipe. This season, we’re...
Burt Jones enters Georgia governor’s race with Trump-aligned platform
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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His announcement coincided with a filing that showed Jones has $14 million in his leadership committee, a Republican-backed fundraising tool that allows the governor, lieutenant governor and legislative leaders to raise unlimited cash. That...
Ed Setzler, a key sponsor of Georgia's 'Heartbeat Bill,' answers questions about the legislation | Full interview
11 Alive - Georgia
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The Republican state senator helped pass the restrictive abortion law in 2019. KENNESAW, Ga. — Just a little more than three years ago, a majority of the justices on the Supreme Court upturned decades of precedent with their decision in the Dobbs...
Stephen King's The Institute cast from Shadow and Bone star to Ginny and Georgia actor
The Mirror US
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July 8, 2025
The Institute sees kidnapped children taken away from their homes so they can be experimented on at the terrifying titular prison. The Institute brings Stephen King’s spine-tingling 2019 novel to life with some very familiar faces at the heart of...
Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announces long-anticipated bid for governor
WRDW 12 - Georgia
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July 8, 2025
ATLANTA, Ga. - Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones announced Tuesday his campaign to become Georgia’s next governor. Jones, who has only served one term as lieutenant governor, has long been rumored to be considering a bid for governor in the wake of...
Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones enters 2026 race for governor
WJXX First Coast News - Florida
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July 8, 2025
Jones was in the state Senate from 2013-2023 and has been lieutenant governor since 2023. ATLANTA — Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones made his long-expected entry into the 2026 race for governor official Tuesday morning, releasing a campaign ad and...
Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson announces run for Georgia Senate District 18
WMGT 41 - Georgia
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July 8, 2025
Wilson joins the 2024 Republican primary to succeed Sen. John Kennedy, who is running for lieutenant governor. Eric WilsonFORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Forsyth Mayor Eric Wilson has announced his campaign for Georgia State Senate District 18,...
Georgia Trend Daily – July 8, 2025
Georgia Trend
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July 8, 2025
July 8, 2025 Athens Banner-Herald Wayne Ford reports, recently, the Georgia Hi-Lo Trail organization gained the land it needs for a 4-mile section in Washington County in the Sandersville and Tennille area, but the actual trail is still on the...
Georgia's top 5 McDonald's foods from McChicken, Big Mac, McNuggets
Savannah Now - Georgia
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McDonald's has a lot of food, and many customers have a go-to order. What is Georgia's? Between April 5 and 11, Holiday Calendar surveyed 4,268 Americans to determine each state's favorite items on the menu. What are the most popular McDonald's...
Former state senator and current Lt. Gov. Burt Jones running for governor
Savannah Now - Georgia
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Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones announced his candidacy for governor in the 2026 election. Jones, a Republican, highlighted Georgia's accomplishments under GOP leadership and his conservative stance. He joins Attorney General Chris Carr in the...