Vice President Harris Champions Minority Small Business Growth In Atlanta Amid Policy Push
VP Kamala Harris visited Atlanta, supporting small, particularly Black-owned, businesses and highlighting the Biden administration's economic policies. Her visit emphasized efforts such as "The Stitch" to reduce urban planning disparities.
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp Signs Bill Limiting Land Sales to Foreign Nationals from Adversarial Countries
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed a bill restricting land purchases by foreign agents from countries like China, aimed at protecting national security but criticized as xenophobic.
Mayor Dickens Appoints Paulina Guzman as New Leader of Atlanta's Office of International & Immigrant Affairs
Paula Guzman appointed the new Director of Atlanta's Mayor's Office of International & Immigrant Affairs by Mayor Andre Dickens, with a focus on enhancing the city's global connections and supporting its immigrant community.
Butts County Residents Alerted to Upcoming Property Value Assessments, Appeal Process Highlighted
Butts County is sending out 2024 property assessment notices to residents. These reflect the fair market value as of January 1, 2024. Appeals can be made within 45 days of receipt. The county emphasizes a consistent decline in millage rates.
Trump's Ex-Aide Among Republicans Jostling for Georgia Congressional Seat, Debate Abortion and Immigration
Republican candidates for Georgia's 3rd Congressional District debated issues like immigration and abortion, with ex-Trump aide Brian Jack emphasizing his connections. Mike Crane, Mike Dugan, Philip Singleton, and Jim Bennett also participated.