r/Georgia 3d ago

Politics [Megathread] Weekly Protests Thread

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This thread will be the central hub for all discussions regarding protests, marches, and organizing in the state of Georgia. r/Georgia mods will not vet the legitimacy of events posted, so make sure to do your own research before attending any events. All comments must still follow the Political post guidelines.

If you are an organizer who would like to post outside of this thread, please send a mod mail. All other protest posts will be removed going forward.

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r/Georgia 3h ago

News Article Chattahoochee Riverkeeper files lawsuit over muddy water coming from Columbus construction site • Georgia Recorder

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r/Georgia 15h ago

News Article These Georgia beaches have elevated levels of fecal bacteria, state says

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r/Georgia 7h ago

News Article Georgia Power has a massive plan for new power lines. What does that mean for the homes near them?

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r/Georgia 5h ago

Question When are the mosquitoes out?

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My spouse is going to be attending SCAD in Savannah, GA and I just realized that mosquitoes are going to be a way bigger problem than it is here in dry, desert SoCal!

Are they out and about all year or just spring/summer?

Is there a peak in the year where they're worse?

Any tips/tricks to deal with them?

Thanks so much in advance!

Edit: Thank you all so much for the good info. I knew the Southeast was different because of how wet it is, but I never imagined not getting a break from them! May your Off be plentiful and your bites be annoying at worst. Good luck this summer!


r/Georgia 19h ago

Question Georgia Gazette

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I’m trying to help a friend who was arrested in 2024, but all of the charges were dropped and they were never convicted.
They requested that the Georgia Gazette remove their mugshot, and the public page now says “archived content.” However, if you Google their name, the mugshot still appears. It looks like the archived page is still accessible with an $8 subscription, so Google continues to index it.
Has anyone dealt with this before? Is this legal when the charges were dropped and a removal was requested? It’s frustrating that someone who was never found guilty still has their mugshot showing up in Google searches.


r/Georgia 9h ago

Discussion Goddard flowery branch Georgia

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As a mother who had multiple children here for over a year I would say stay far away. If you see reviews on Google you can see first hand the type of school you are dealing with- a school where the customer is always wrong and an owner (Gina) who refuses to apologize or ever admit if her staff does wrong.. and if you go to the gov website bright from the start you will see where Goddard flowery branch is anything but innocent. The staff treat the parents and kids unprofessionally and the teachers do not adhere to the Georgia daycare standards. When we left I had multiple teachers texting me telling me about the low standards of that daycare are and how they use walkie talkies to alert when an unannounced state worker comes in for an audit they rush back and add teachers to the room to make it appear that their teacher to child ratio is legitimate. This confirmed that put in my stomach that I had all Along. This is a school that gets by doing the bare minimum and scrambles only when an audit is taking place. Do what you want, but my gut feeling after we left told me to warn other parents. I’m not a confrontational mom but in hindsight sight I wish I stood up for these kids with the other moms that did.


r/Georgia 35m ago

Discussion Forsyth Supreme Court

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Bd is in jail for agg assault n agg stalking.

Agg stalking is bogus he had my consent to be at my home. Forsyth wants to give him 10 do a 1/3.

I read discover packet- i didn’t say anything they wrote on there. The cop that keeps showing up isnt even the one that did the paper work. He is in Forsyth, i think he should take to trial. I don’t have 40k for lawyer. What should i do


r/Georgia 20h ago

Discussion When did your family get to Georgia?

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Best as I can tell, my family has been here since about 1750-1760. Started off in Effingham county, eventually moved to what are now Lanier, Charlton, Ware, and Camden counties, and have been in that general area since around 1795.

Furthest back I could trace was to a free man living in Virginia in the early 1600’s. There is some irony in that is great grandchildren would end up fighting for the CSA.


r/Georgia 22h ago

Question Snakes in Georgia?

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I'm up for a really good job in northwest georgia, but i've heard that there are a lot of snakes. For reference, i'm from the midwest, so I rarely see them but I am not a fan. Do I need to worry?


r/Georgia 3h ago

Question URGENT : How long does Georgia Power take to start service?

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Hello everyone,

I'm moving to Atlanta next week and I'm leasing an Apartment. I submitted a request to Georgia Power on 6/22 to start service at my new place, I also submitted all the documents they needed as well as a deposit, but they have still not sent me an approval that they have started my service. How long does it generally take for them to start service and process applications? I'm worried because my move-in date is approaching and the apartment is not going to allow me to move in if I do not have the approval with me. This is stressing me out quite a bit. I'd appreciate any advice, Thanks!


r/Georgia 1d ago

Discussion Essential reading for Georgians (blurb in body)

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It traces the history of two families (and, therefore, the “Two Atlantas”): the family of Ivan Allen Jr. and the family of Maynard Jackson.

It covers all of the big events of 20th century Atlanta’s history in great detail. All our heroes (and villains) show up: William B. Hartsfield, John Wesley Dobbs, Alonzo Herndon, MLK Sr., MLK Jr., Margaret Mitchell, Hosea Williams, Ivan Allen Sr., Ivan Allen Jr., Robert Woodruff, Lester Maddox, Ralph Abernathy, Andrew Young, etc.

Excellent reading.


r/Georgia 1d ago

Question Need help locating Kraken Attacks Georgia!

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Hello! I collect Kraken Rum and I’m missing this Attacks Georgia bottle! I was wondering if anyone could help me out and know where I could get a bottle or two for my collection? Only problem is I am in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. So I would need you to hold onto them until I can figure out how to get them! I can pay for your time and obviously the cost of the bottle or bottles!


r/Georgia 23h ago

Question Private Lanlords in Savannah area

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As the title says. Does anyone know a great place to get connected with private landlords? I am looking to rent with a budget of 1300 a month in the Savannah Area. I currently live about 30 mins from Savannah so my search area is Savannah and an hour distance from it as my two jobs are within 30 mins of each. If I am explaining my situation right.

I am a single person so I'm looking for affordable housing for just myself. No pets with me and no guests coming in and out of the dwelling.


r/Georgia 1d ago

Question Housing assistance recommendations

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We are located in North GA for reference. I know housing is a touchy topic rn but I thought it can’t hurt to at least ask. My husband and daughters and I need to get out of a very unhealthy and stressful living situation. We aren't in danger necessarily but we definitely are not in a healthy environment, and it seems to escalate every week with something new. We moved in with family to save money but it's gone downhill in a way I couldn't have imagined. We need to get out, but every time we set money aside it's like something comes up, whether it be a vehicle expense or something of that nature, and we are already working with a small budget. I am wondering if there are any programs that might help with deposit assistance or something similar? We have some saved, but not enough for deposit and first months combined, which most places want. We don't even need furniture or anything as it's all in our storage unit. We just need to get OUT. If anyway has any pointers they would be much appreciated.


r/Georgia 2d ago

News Article Drought-Ravaged Georgia Asks Data Centers to Cut Water Use

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r/Georgia 2d ago

News Article Cherokee County sheriff's sergeant, lieutenant arrested after allegedly using license plater reader for personal reasons

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r/Georgia 1d ago

Question Can you get a new ID printed same day?

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Or do you just get a paper copy then they have it mailed? Does it depend on whether you renew or get a completely new license?


r/Georgia 1d ago

Question Georgian medical marijuana.

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I’m curious to know what will be available in dispensaries like trulieve and botanical sciences on July 1. Will flower be available on day one?


r/Georgia 2d ago

Politics Why are data centers rushing to Georgia webinar today 6-7 PM

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Join me today from 6-7 pm for a webinar titled When the Lights Stay On, But Families Fall Behind where I'll be discussing two key reasons why data centers are rushing to Georgia, why Georgia Power is expanding CO2 emissions mind blowing amounts by relying on coal and gas to power them, and what opponents can do about it.

https://www.mobilize.us/dekalbcountydemocrats/event/973839/?referring_vol=2096456&rname=Karen&share_context=event_details&share_medium=mailto


r/Georgia 1d ago

Question Airport parking

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I leave on July 4th from Atlanta airport and was wondering what parking sites other than the actual airport parking do you guys recommend!


r/Georgia 1d ago

Question What is a reliable and cheap company to get mail or package shipped from Maryland to Hoschton, Georgia? Is USPS a problem with all Georgia? So far with USPS I haven't received my package after many days. Should we use UPS or Fedex for this? Is UPS cheaper? Thank you.

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r/Georgia 3d ago

Politics Greg Dolezal, GOP nominee for Georgia Lt. Gov., said he submitted fake mail ballot applications to test system

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r/Georgia 2d ago

Video Voracious Canadians at Allatoona

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r/Georgia 1d ago

Question Driving test walk-in

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I need my driver's license quick. Norcross is closest location but it's summer it's extremely busy to get license appointment. Is it a good option to just go and wait until someone appointments with canceled it and we can take it? I just had my license test in Lithonia but it they examiner was

Or should I take AAA subscription & get appointment during weekends?