UGA welcomes inaugural class in School of Medicine
After a several years of preparation, the University of Georgia of School of Medicine has officially welcomed its first students. The inaugural class of 64 students were selected from a pool of more than 2,000 applications and a round of 235 interviews. Most of the students, 95 percent of them, are Georgia residents – part of a deliberate goal of strengthening the state’s physician workforce.
U.S. Rep. Jack welcomes Hungarian ambassador to Haralson Co.
On Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Brian Jack hosted Hungarian Ambassador Szabolcs Takács on the last leg of his U.S. tour, showing him a little-known slice of Georgia/Hungarian history right where you’d least expect it – Haralson County, west of Atlanta on the Alabama border.
Literacy bill awaits Kemp’s signature
State lawmakers are celebrating the passage of legislation aimed at strengthening literacy across Georgia that passed both the House and Senate during the 2026 legislative session. They are now waiting for Governor Brian Kemp to sign HB 1193 — The Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026.
Georgia election board considers mandating hand-marked paper ballots
After Georgia lawmakers failed to act on their self-imposed deadline to overhaul the state’s election machinery, a panel of appointees to the board that regulates elections narrowly voted Wednesday to consider a rule that would require hand-marked paper ballots.
New InsiderAdvantage GOP poll: Governor primary a two man race, Senate contest close
Editor’s note: InsiderAdvantage has polled Georgia statewide elections more than any other polling unit in modern history. Since 2002 the firm has provides polling for three different Atlanta network affiliates and newspapers around the state. RealClearPolitics ranks the firm among the most accurate multi-state pollsters in the nation. This begins their series of polls of the 2026 contests.
Collins leads introduction of the 250 Years of Military Honor Package
In honor of 250 years of American Independence, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, R-GA, is leading the efforts to recognize veterans and their service. Collins is joined by Georgia colleagues, Rep. Sanford Bishop, D-GA, and Rep. Clay Fuller, R-GA, in introducing the 250 Years of Military Honor Package which establishes a Veterans Appreciation Month, the America 250 Military Appreciation Discount, and Veterans Tax Relief Weekends.
Kemp signs financial fraud bill as First Liberty founder charged
Gov. Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 284 into law Thursday, allowing victims of financial fraud to recoup some of their lost funds. On the same day, federal prosecutors indicted former First Liberty Building & Loan manager Edwin Brant Frost IV on a wire fraud charge.
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Letter wants ‘secrecy ended’ from Lt. Gov. candidate
A letter to GOP lieutenant governor candidate and former state Senate President Pro Tem John F. Kennedy from Cobb County attorney Drew Ashby titled “Ending All Secrecy Obligations” and copied to various state leaders demands the release of confidential records regarding potential sexual harassment claims against him.
Ga. CEO: Tyreece Echols with TCSG, Apprentice Georgia & Keeping Skilled Talent
Apprenticeship Partnership & Outreach Coordinator of the Technical College System of Georgia’s Office of Workforce Development Tyreece Echols discusses Apprentice Georgia and how their programs help businesses across Georgia by training (and retaining) skilled talent. Learn more in this video below from Georgia CEO:
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Opinion: Bitcoin, innovation & Georgia’s leadership in digital assets
As a husband, father and small business owner, I’ve spent my life working to create opportunities— not just for my family, but for my community and the people of Georgia. I’ve seen firsthand how innovation transforms lives and builds a brighter future.
Opinion: Georgia lawsuit abuse contributes to inflation
Inflation has crushed small businesses and families these last few years, and the higher prices can be blamed on a litany of factors, among them Washington’s runaway spending, the post-pandemic recovery and wars overseas.
Opinion: A Winning Legislative Session for Georgia’s Veterans
The 2025 Georgia General Assembly session marked a resounding victory for Georgia’s veterans, reaffirming the state’s unwavering commitment to those who have served our nation.
