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With a unanimous vote Monday, the state Senate gave final approval to a bill that will distribute tax rebates worth $250 to individuals and $500 to married couples.

With a unanimous vote Monday, the state Senate gave final approval to a bill that will distribute tax rebates worth $250 to individuals and $500 to married couples.

General Assembly approves tax rebates

By Mark NiesseCapitol Beat News Service ATLANTA – Georgia taxpayers are getting some of their money back.With a unanimous vote Monday, the state Senate gave final approval to a bill that will distribute tax rebates worth $250 to individuals and $500 to married couples.Gov.
There are many factors that affect the value of lakefront properties, including the view, year-round water depth, dock rights, dock permits, slope of the lot and Corps of Engineers restrictions.

There are many factors that affect the value of lakefront properties, including the view, year-round water depth, dock rights, dock permits, slope of the lot and Corps of Engineers restrictions.

From Lake Living's Winter edition: A shore thing

By Charlie EavensonFranklin County Citizen Leader In real estate they say the three most important factors are location, location and location.But with lakefront property there’s a lot more to it.Year-round water depth, the view, dock rights, dock permits, type of dock, slope of the lot, U.S.
Kim Caudell of Toccoa captured this photo of her sons, Britt and Benjamin, celebrating Independence Day at Lake Hartwell. Caudell won $100 for her photo, which was featured on the cover of the 2025 summer edition of Lake Living magazine.

Kim Caudell of Toccoa captured this photo of her sons, Britt and Benjamin, celebrating Independence Day at Lake Hartwell. Caudell won $100 for her photo, which was featured on the cover of the 2025 summer edition of Lake Living magazine.

Photo contest open for Lake Living magazine

Northeast Georgia lakes are beautiful any time of the year. Winter’s clear skies, sparkling cold waters and frosty trees make this time of year on the lake especially beautiful.

Rep. Collins joins race to unseat Sen. Ossoff

By Ty TagamiCapitol Beat News Service ATLANTA — A second Republican congressman has joined the race to unseat U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff next year.In a brief announcement on social media Monday, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins joined fellow GOP Rep.
A leading food company will build a plant to produce prepared foods in Northwest Georgia, a $400 million investment expected to create more than 630 jobs when at full capacity, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday.

A leading food company will build a plant to produce prepared foods in Northwest Georgia, a $400 million investment expected to create more than 630 jobs when at full capacity, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday.

Pilgrim’s to build $400 million plant in Northwest Georgia

By Dave WilliamsCapitol Beat News Service ATLANTA - A leading food company will build a plant to produce prepared foods in Northwest Georgia, a $400 million investment expected to create more than 630 jobs when at full capacity, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday.
George Bennett (above photo, right) talks with State Rep. Alan Powell (left) and Tim Kennedy during a ceremony Sunday at the Franklin-Hart County Airport.

George Bennett (above photo, right) talks with State Rep. Alan Powell (left) and Tim Kennedy during a ceremony Sunday at the Franklin-Hart County Airport.

Bennett honored for airport service

CANON – George Bennett (above photo, right) talks with State Rep. Alan Powell (left) and Tim Kennedy during a ceremony Sunday at the Franklin-Hart County Airport.
Election Day is Tuesday for a special election for two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC).

Election Day is Tuesday for a special election for two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC).

Election Day Tuesday for two state PSC seats

From staff reports CARNESVILLE – Election Day is Tuesday for a special election for two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC).Regular polling places will be open Tuesday from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.Early voting is open through Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Greata Nichole Mobley, 26, of Royston has been arrested on murder charges following a fatal shooting on Barton Road and ensuing multi-jurisdictional search for her whereabouts over the weekend.

Greata Nichole Mobley, 26, of Royston has been arrested on murder charges following a fatal shooting on Barton Road and ensuing multi-jurisdictional search for her whereabouts over the weekend.

Royston woman faces murder charge

By Rose ScogginsThe Hartwell Sun A Royston woman has been arrested on murder charges following a fatal shooting on Barton Road and ensuing multi-jurisdictional search for her whereabouts over the weekend.
The Georgia Department of Revenue will begin issuing one-time state income tax refunds to taxpayers this week, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday.

The Georgia Department of Revenue will begin issuing one-time state income tax refunds to taxpayers this week, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday.

One-time state income tax rebates on the way

By Dave WilliamsCapitol Beat News Service ATLANTA – The checks are about to go out in the mail.The Georgia Department of Revenue will begin issuing one-time state income tax refunds to taxpayers this week, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday.
The Hart County Humane Society and the Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter (NEGAS) in Lavonia are overflowing with animals this kitten season. (Stock photo)

The Hart County Humane Society and the Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter (NEGAS) in Lavonia are overflowing with animals this kitten season. (Stock photo)

Animal shelter, groups overwhelmed by overpopulation

By Adriana CascioThe Hartwell Sun The Hart County Humane Society and the Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter (NEGAS) in Lavonia are overflowing with animals this kitten season.