January 13, 2010
State Senator Harp Introduces Healthcare Bill
A state senator from Georgia has crafted a bill that would offer an option to Georgians who don’t want federally mandated health care coverage.
Governor Perdue’s Final State of the State
Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue delivered his last state of the state address to a joint session of the legislature Wednesday.
January 12, 2010
Georgia Governor Calls for Changes to Teacher Pay Scale
Gov. Sonny Perdue would like to see teachers paid based on student performance.
January 11, 2010
Georgia Legislature Convenes
The Georgia General Assembly was gaveled into session Monday in Atlanta, the first day of a 40-day session.
PSC Warns Consumers of Higher Gas Bills
Georgia natural gas customers can expect to see higher heating bills for the month of December, that’s according to the Georgia Public Service Commission.
January 06, 2010
Five Area Leaders Recognized by Georgia Trend
Each January Georgia Trend Magazine compiles a list of the 100 most influential Georgians. Five leaders from the Columbus area made this year’s list.
Alabama, Georgia, and Florida Ask Water Wars Talks Remain Under Wraps
States filed a motion this week making the request.
Muscogee County Moves Up in Economic Rankings
Georgia Department of Community Affairs releases rankings that determine tax credits for employers.
December 15, 2009
Remember When: Columbus Square Mall
The Christmas season brings back memories for a lot of folks who used to do their holiday shopping at Columbus Square Mall.
December 08, 2009
“Settlement Day” in Georgia Encourages Child Support Payments
Parents asked to catch up on past due payments.
December 02, 2009
Union Workers Complain Of Mistreatment
Unite Here Local 804 has 800 food service members. They say they want “respect and dignity” from their employer, L & S Services in Columbus.
November 06, 2009
3,600 Alabama Jobs Credited to Georgia’s New Kia Plant
The Kia plant in Georgia began production this month.
November 04, 2009
Top 10 Places to Work in Georgia
Georgia Trend Magazine list includes 2 Columbus companies.
November 03, 2009
A Runoff in Georgia House District 129
There will be a runoff in the Georgia House District 129 special election.
Voters In Sumter County To Decide City Council Races
Contested races in Americus, Andersonville, and Plains

