Oct. 14, 2024 Capitol Beat News Dave Williams reports that Georgia tax collections fell by 2.8% last month, resuming a downward pattern that has taken hold for much of this year, the state Department of Revenue reported Friday. After posting a one-month gain in August compared to the same month last year, state revenues declined by $91.2 million in September compared to September 2023. Oct. 14, 2024 Georgia Trend – Exclusive! Patty Rasmussen reports, Matthew Emerson is a senior at Newton County’s Eastside High School who plans to study aviation mechanics. This past spring, he visited a top aviation…
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SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Georgia voters will all have three ballot questions to answer about taxes in the upcoming election. Two of them are proposed amendments to the Georgia Constitution and the other is a House Bill. Here’s what they are and what they could mean: Proposed Amendments House Resolution No. 1022: “Provides for a general law state-wide homestead exemption that may differentiate among political subdivisions.” “Shall the Constitution of Georgia be amended so as to authorize the General Assembly to provide by general law for a state-wide homestead exemption that serves to limit increases in the assessed value of…
Drake & Adonis – Source: Mark Blinch / Getty Drake celebrated his son Adonis turning 7 years old with a SpongeBob-themed birthday bash and gave a sneak peek on Instagram. Canadian rapper Drake has been lying low all summer after the battle of a lifetime against Kendrick Lamar. In the battle kids were a frequent discussion but Drake insists he only has one child, which he doesn’t play about. Adonis Graham is heir to the Octobers’ Very Own estate and a known lethal shooter on the court. Surprisingly Adonis’ birthday falls on October 11th in the same month as his…
For good reason, diversity, equity, and inclusion continue to gain momentum. Processes and practices embedded with a DEI lens generate effective business results while also contributing to society’s betterment. As DEI efforts unfold, the benefits of adopting equitable DEI initiatives can’t be ignored. Here are 8 reasons DEI is essential to your organization—aside from the fact that it makes good business sense to implement it. What is DEI? DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. Simply put, it involves creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes everyone. Diversity opens the door, encouraging and welcoming people of different backgrounds, including: Ethnicity Sexual…
College student shopping for the holidaysThe old saying “the more the merrier” doesn’t have to mean spending more money and going into debt. The holidays can easily put a dent into your budget, but with some smart choices, you can get through them without breaking the bank. Our Money Matters has some practical tips to help college students enjoy the season without waking up with a debt “hangover” in January.1. Create a budget, and don’t ignore it.It’s really easy to get carried away with buying presents for friends and family if you don’t have a plan. Decide how much you…
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Consensus five-star defensive lineman Elijah Griffin will announce his college commitment on Friday, Oct. 18 on the campus of Savannah Christian at the Eckburg Hall at 1:20 p.m., according to a press release sent out by Savannah Christian’s Sports Information Director. The Savannah Christian senior announced his top 3 on July 28 on X. According to the post, Miami, Southern California and Georgia are the schools he is considering. Savannah Christian is currently 7-0 and ranked No. 1 in Class A-3A private. Last season, they advanced the Class AAA state title game. Source link
Sexual education efforts targeted at Black men rarely offer advice beyond the same three words: “wear a condom.” Courtney Brame received an education after he got a positive herpes diagnosis. But there was little Black representation in the faces he turned to for answers. So, Brame founded the non-profit Something Positive For Positive People (SPFPP) so that other Black men could learn more about herpes and how to behave responsibly with them from someone who looks like them. “There was nobody, no Black men, who were open about having herpes when I was diagnosed. I still don’t know any Black…
U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Athens, is seeking his third two-year term as 9th District representative, facing Democratic challenger Tambrei Cash of Loganville in the Nov. 5 election. Source link
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Glynn County selling regular gas at the lowest price of $2.50 per gallon in the week ending Oct. 5, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com. The average reported cost of regular gas in cities within Glynn County was $2.92 per gallon. Of the 69 reported gas stations in cities within Glynn County, 29 offer regular gas. The average reported price of regular gas in Georgia was $2.84, compared to $2.94…
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – It was a busy night on the campaign trail. The candidates are focusing their attention on seven key states in this election. The campaigns had events in Nevada, Arizona, Michigan, Pennsylvania and North Carolina and for the first time this year, Vice President Kamala Harris called on the 44th president to try to convince voters to make her the 47th. Former president Donald Trump was in Detroit. “Under Biden and Harris, because of inflation, the economy has been a total disaster,” said Trump. Senator JD Vance (R-Ohio.) spoke at a town hall in North Carolina. “The most…