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More ACA plans qualify for HSAs, expanding tax-free health savings

More ACA plans qualify for HSAs, expanding tax-free health savings Millions of Americans will have access to health savings accounts (HSAs) at the start of the new year. People who purchase a “bronze” or “catastrophic coverage” policy through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) exchange or equivalent will be qualified to have an HSA, a benefit that was previously only available to high deductible health plans. Kevin Robertson, the chief growth […]

todayDecember 29, 2025 30 1

Valdosta, Georgia, USA - July 22, 2014: Two A-10C Thunderbolt II attack jets prepare to take off from Moody Air Force Base on a hot, summer day as maintenance personnel check over the jets.
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2026 defense bill authorizes nearly $300M to improve infrastructure at GA installations

2026 defense bill authorizes nearly $300M to improve infrastructure at GA installations The 2026 National Defense Authorization Act was signed into law on Dec. 18 by President Donald Trump and with it comes millions of dollars to Georgia’s 13 active bases and installations. The $900 billion package is roughly 3,000 pages and includes a 3.8% pay raise for service members, rollbacks of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and a stipulation […]

todayDecember 29, 2025 54 1

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Georgia foster care agency faces $85M deficit ahead of 2026 session

Georgia foster care agency faces $85M deficit ahead of 2026 session The state agency that manages Georgia’s foster care system is facing an increased deficit as lawmakers look to enter the 2026 legislative session. Georgia Department of Human Services Commissioner Candice Broce testified before lawmakers Dec. 18 saying that the agency faces an $85 million deficit in fiscal year 2026. The deficit is due to a combination of reduced or […]

todayDecember 26, 2025 224

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Marietta schools say phone ban boosts learning, cuts stress and bullying

Marietta schools say phone ban boosts learning, cuts stress and bullying Two Marietta City Schools have reported a total transformation after banning cell phone use. The schools say teachers are less stressed, students learn better and they have had fewer instances of bullying this school year. Marietta Sixth Grade Academy and Marietta Middle School started a program last year requiring students to place their phones in magnetic locking pouches during […]

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Jennifer Whitfield, an attorney for the Southern Environmental Law Center who’s representing Georgia Interfaith Power and Light and Southface Institute, speaks to the Public Service Commission Friday, Dec. 19, ahead of a vote on a historic expansion of Georgia Power's capacity.
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Georgia PSC approves 10,000-MW Georgia Power expansion amid protests

Georgia PSC approves 10,000-MW Georgia Power expansion amid protests Moments before the Georgia Public Service Commission voted on a historic expansion of Georgia Power’s capacity, protesters started chanting. “Nay, nay, nay, the people say nay.” After being escorted from the proceedings, the PSC unanimously voted to pass the stipulation. Georgia Power requested to add 10,000 megawatts of new power resources over the next five years mostly reliant on natural gas. […]

todayDecember 22, 2025 51

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Trump administration targets National Park Service gift shops over DEI rules

Trump administration targets National Park Service gift shops over DEI rules The Trump administration is expanding its fight against diversity, equity and inclusion to the National Park Service this week. The Department of the Interior sent out a memo last month ordering gift shops, bookstores and concession stands to remove any item they deemed objectionable by Dec. 19, according to WSB-TV. Park concessioners and cooperating organizations must remove any materials […]

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Georgia prisons see surge in drone smuggling as officials push for new authority

Georgia prisons see surge in drone smuggling as officials push for new authority Criminal organizations are finding new ways to support criminal activity within prisons in Georgia and nationwide. ABC News reports that organized crime groups are using drones to smuggle contraband into prisons, including cell phones, drugs, and even weapons. "We're under attack every single day when it comes to combating this issue," said Tyrone Oliver, commissioner for the […]

todayDecember 15, 2025 67 1

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DeKalb residents push back on data centers as leaders weigh new regulation

DeKalb residents push back on data centers as leaders weigh new regulation As DeKalb County leaders work to regulate data centers, residents gathered at a town hall meetings to voice their concerns.  The county held its fourth town hall Wednesday, at which speakers shared concerns about health impacts, property values, and water resources, according to Georgia Public Broadcasting. DeKalb resident Brandon Brown told GPB that he believes the community feels […]

todayDecember 15, 2025 36 1

Michael Price, District 4 Commissioner of Henry County, speaks to commissioners in a full hearing room at the Georgia Public Service Commission meeting Wednesday, Dec. 10.
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Protesters disrupt PSC hearing as Georgia Power pushes massive energy expansion

Protesters disrupt PSC hearing as Georgia Power pushes massive energy expansion The Georgia Public Service Commission hearing started in turmoil Wednesday morning as protesters were removed for not following proper procedures.  The hearing was the first for the public to show their dissent or support for the Georgia Power request to expand its capacity by nearly 10,000 megawatts.  PSC Chairman Jason Shaw was drowned out as he started the meeting […]

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