(GA. NEWS NETWORK)
*In the state legislature, a Republican-backed senate bill aims to limit out-of-state support for political campaigns by making it a felony for an intermdiary to move money from out-of-state donors and give it to a Peach State campaign. Athens CEO reports the measure would require campaigns to return any excess non-Georgia donations or risk the state seizing the funds. Supporters argue that the bill is necessary to protect Georgians from outside interests seeking access to the state’s resources, while opponents raise concerns about wealthy candidates who can self-fund their campaigns. The bill has passed the Senate and is now awaiting a vote in the House.
*The invasive yellow-legged hornet has emerged in Georgia. This has the Georgia Department of Agriculture reminding residents to be watchful as the species has threatened the state’s agriculture in the past. Residents are asked to report embryo and primary nests to the Georgia Department of Agriculture, which has been working to track, trap, and contain the invasive species since 2023 when the first hornets were spotted in the state.
*Georgia residents are being warned about a traffic ticket scam circulating in the mail around the state. Officials say the letter claims to be from a court regarding a traffic violation and urges the recipient to scan a QR code or to make an immediate payment. If you receive one of these letters, don’t scan the QR code or send money.
*An Atlanta community, Atlantic Station, has been named the best place to live in by niche.com. Factors such as public schools, cost of living, diversity, and outdoor activities contributed to its top ranking. This upscale area has been thriving for over 20 years.
