The University System Board of Regents named Teresa MacCartney as acting chancellor to oversee its 26 taxpayer-supported colleges and universities. She steps into the role on July 1 after Steve Wrigley retires. She is a great choice since she already oversees the system’s day-to-day management of departments that include cybersecurity, leadership and institutional development, economic development, legal affairs and human resources. MacCartney, charged with ensuring the system stays focused as Regents continue a nationwide search to replace Wrigley, helps keep confidence in this transition RISING…
New York man arrested over threats to Mike Collins
Georgia law enforcement officials traveled all the way up to Buffalo, New York this week to arrest a man charged with making death threats to U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and his son-in-law. The suspect faces two counts of terroristic threats. “No American should have to worry that their home could be the next Butler, Pennsylvania or Utah Valley University,” said Collins after the arrest, referring to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and attempted assassination of then-candidate Donald Trump. He went on to condemn the campaign rhetoric of U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, who he’s running against, for inciting violence. DRIFTING…
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