The Clinton’s Demise? “Oh, what tangled webs we weave when at first we practice to deceive.” Wm. Shakespeare. Are “The chickens are coming home to roost,” at least for the Clinton’s? The awful shenanigans that the Democrats have perpetrated against Donald Trump before his election last November are being revealed for the real criminality they […]
Read More »Former Cox Communications Vice President Pleads Guilty To Conspiring To Embezzle Millions Of Dollars
ATLANTA – Janet West, a former Cox Communications vice president, has pleaded guilty to her part in an embezzlement scheme that cost the company millions of dollars. “West defrauded a company that trusted her judgment as a vice president,” said U.S. Attorney Byung J. “BJay” Pak. “The temptation to steal via a credit card may […]
Read More »Well Water Testing
Well Water Testing By: Eddie Ayers, County Extension Agent For the most part, north Georgia did not see extreme flooding as a result of hurricane Irma as did other areas of the state, but it does bring to mind the importance of well safety. Wells that were overtopped by flood waters need to be flushed […]
Read More »A Best Veteran’s Day Speech
For nearly two decades, Veterans Day in Gilmer County, Ga., has been a big event, celebrated with a parade, music, marching veterans in uniform, flags, the Gilmer Co. High School Band and chorus, free breakfasts and after parade lunches for vets. The schools also participate with prize money offered in essay and poster contests. A […]
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Media Update: Collins Statement on President’s Jerusalem Announcement
Collins Statement on President’s Jerusalem Announcement President Trump today recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and announced plans to move the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) issued the following statement in response: “I commend President Trump for officially recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, reaffirming both the United States’ deep bond […]
Read More »ICYMI: Thousands in North GA Don’t Have Reliable Internet
ICYMI: It’s 2017, but thousands in north GA don’t have access to reliable internet ATLANTA—WSB TV reports that thousands of northeast Georgians lack access to reliable broadband services while their internet provider has received millions in federal tax dollars. Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) hears regularly from neighbors who are frustrated with their lack of internet […]
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Getting Started in 2018
Getting Started in 2018 By: Sen. Steve Gooch (R – Dahlonega) On Monday, January 8, 2018, we reconvened for the second session of the 154th Georgia General Assembly, which many anticipate will be very fast-paced. The Georgia Senate began our business with leadership changes and three new members. We will also welcome another new member next […]
Read More »Senator David Perdue Addresses Local Elected Officials At White House
Senator David Perdue Addresses Local Elected Officials At White House “Georgia is leading the way” WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator David Perdue (R-GA), Vice President Mike Pence, and senior Trump Administration officials joined Georgia county commissioners and state legislators at a White House event this week highlighting how Georgia is leading at the national […]
Read More »Tax Changes How About The Fair Tax?
Let me try to understand this. We are debating changes to our “Progressive” tax code, to make it easier for politicians to shake us down with us liking it, with people who can’t balance the checkbook and won’t listen to us anyway. Am I missing something? So far, I have not yet heard the words […]
Read More »Senator David Perdue Applauds President Trump’s Move To Increase Access To Insurance
Senator David Perdue Applauds President Trump’s Move To Increase Access To Insurance WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator David Perdue (R-GA) comments on President Trump’s action today to provide Americans’ relief from Obamacare: “President Trump has proven once again he is willing to take bold action, even when Congress won’t. This action today will bring relief […]
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