The DeKalb County Voter Registration and Elections Board announced a meeting for September 12 to handle its monthly business, encouraging public comments via email or in person.

The Georgia State Senate's study committee will hold a meeting on August 28 to discuss challenges in state correctional facilities, with public access to the session in person and online.

Gov. Kemp of Georgia discussed civil litigation concerns with small business leaders, aiming to promote legislative reform to ease the effects of lawsuit costs on the state's businesses and economy.

A Georgia Senate subcommittee found "dysfunction" in Fulton County agencies contributed to issues at Fulton County Jail, where 13 people have died in 2023, recommending communication improvements and renovations.

JD Vance criticizes Kamala Harris's immigration record, while Trump inspects a border fence in Arizona. Both emphasize border security, countering Democrats' claims of the strongest bipartisan border deal.

JD Vance rallies in Valdosta, GA, headlining an event focused on immigration, coordinating with VP Harris's Democratic nomination acceptance, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta.

Vicki Casella has been appointed as the new Human Resources Director for the Athens-Clarke County Unified Government, bringing over 20 years of experience to the role.

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners has approved the construction of a human services hub that will provide mental and behavioral health services, with a groundbreaking set for January 2025.

The U.S. Supreme Court granted an extension for Fani Willis to respond to Mark Meadows' bid to move his Georgia election interference trial to federal court.

The Georgia Senate committee on preserving farmlands will hold a meeting to discuss state agriculture and land conservation. Sen. Hickman leads the effort, with a live stream available for public viewing.

Bryan and Bulloch counties established a $1 million Well Mitigation Fund to protect local water supplies from development near Floridan aquifer wells, with contributions from the counties and Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America.

The Georgia Senate's new committee, led by Senator Kennedy, aims to innovate and sustain the state's forestry industry, focusing on economic growth and environmental health.

Governor Brian Kemp discusses Georgia's healthcare programs, highlighting over 714,000 individuals covered and improvements in insurance options and premiums across the state.