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Georgia’s new law on school library books faces low usage and criticism

Georgia passed a law in January 2023 that allows parents of current students to challenge the appropriateness of books in school libraries. However, the law has not been widely used by parents and has faced criticism from educators, librarians, and free speech advocates. The law aims to ease book challenges by parents The law, sponsored by Republican lawmakers, was passed amid a surge of book challenges across the country. Many…

Trump’s legal woes overshadow first GOP debate of 2024 race

Former President Donald Trump is expected to surrender to authorities in Georgia this week over his alleged election meddling, casting a shadow over the first Republican presidential debate of the 2024 campaign. Trump faces multiple criminal charges Trump, who is leading the polls among GOP voters, has been indicted in four states for his attempts to overturn his 2020 election loss to Joe Biden. He faces charges of election subversion,…

Hospice Savannah celebrates Latin and Native American art with Summer Nights Party

Hospice Savannah, a non-profit organization that provides end-of-life care and support, is hosting its annual Summer Nights Party on August 17, 2023, at Soho South, a restaurant and event venue in downtown Savannah. The party, titled “Colores Calidos”, will feature artwork by SOY X SOY, a collective of local Latin, Hispanic, and Native American artists. The event aims to raise funds for the healing arts of music and massage therapy…

Trump faces 91 felony counts in Georgia for election fraud conspiracy

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by a grand jury in Georgia on 13 charges related to his efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election in the state. The indictment, which was unsealed on Monday, also names 18 co-defendants who allegedly participated in a racketeering conspiracy with Trump. Trump accused of violating RICO Act The most serious charge in the Georgia case is violating the state’s Racketeer Influenced and…

AMD Launches New Premium Hood for Classic Ford Trucks

Auto Metal Direct (AMD), a leading manufacturer and distributor of classic American muscle car and truck restoration parts, has announced the release of a new premium hood for the 1967-1972 Ford F100 F250 F350 Bumpside pickup trucks. The hood is designed to replicate the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) style and fit, using high-grade automotive steel and precise craftsmanship. The hood is a tribute to the Bumpside trucks, which have a…

New Program to Erase Student Loan Debt for Metro Atlanta Residents

A new pilot program launched by the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta aims to help borrowers in specific neighborhoods of metro Atlanta pay off their student loan debt. The program, called the Student Loan Debt Pilot, will provide “reverse scholarships” of up to $30,000 to eligible applicants who live in South Cobb’s Fair Oaks neighborhood, College Park, East Point and Atlanta’s Thomasville neighborhood. How the Program Works The Student Loan…

Trump indicted in Georgia for election interference: 7 key takeaways

Former President Donald Trump and 18 of his allies have been indicted by a grand jury in Fulton County, Georgia, on charges of election interference, racketeering and other crimes related to their attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in the state. The indictment, which was unsealed on Monday, is the fourth criminal case that Trump is facing and the first one at the state level. Here are seven…

Georgia Southern to face Georgia Tech in season opener

The Georgia Southern men’s basketball team will begin the 2023-24 season with a challenging matchup against Georgia Tech, the Eagles announced on Tuesday. The game will take place on Nov. 6 at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, marking the first meeting between the two programs since 2021. A new era for the Eagles The game will also mark the debut of Charlie Henry, who was hired as the new head coach…

Trump faces backlash from rivals and allies over Georgia indictment

Former President Donald Trump and 18 of his allies were indicted on Tuesday by a grand jury in Fulton County, Georgia, for their roles in trying to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in the state. The indictment, which was announced by District Attorney Fani Willis, charges Trump with 13 felony counts, including violating the Georgia Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, solicitation of violation of oath by public…

Mark Meadows faces charges for meddling in Georgia election

Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows is among the 19 individuals indicted by a grand jury in Georgia for allegedly conspiring to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The indictment, which was announced on Monday by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, accuses Meadows of violating Georgia’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) and soliciting the violation of oath by a public officer. Meadows pressured…