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Tammy Joyner covers local government in Clayton, Fayette and Henry counties.
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In upset, Democrats win in PSC races that could affect Georgia Power bills
Democrats Alicia Johnson and Peter Hubbard won statewide elections, defeating Republican incumbents, for seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission.
Despite losses, Rivian’s Q3 could jump-start EV maker’s Georgia future
Electric-vehicle maker Rivian had a busy third quarter, one that could prove pivotal for the startup and its promised Georgia projects.
A new firm that advises the ultrarich launches in Atlanta
Bradley Martin and Margaret Wright founded MartinWright Advisory to serve ultra-high-net worth families, or those worth at least $30 million.
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‘Landslide’ PSC sweep jolts Georgia Democrats ahead of 2026 midterms
Georgia Democrats put Republicans 'on notice' ahead of 2026 midterms with Public Service Commission wins.
Atlanta traffic patterns are changing, report says. How it impacts your drive.
A recent study from Texas A&M University backs up what we're all seeing: Roads are clogged all day long, and by some metrics, traffic is busier than in 2019.
Mrs. America isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty
From beauty queen to cricket farmer to grief coach, Buford resident Paige Ewing keeps it real. She is the 2025 Mrs. America, and in January she will compete for Mrs. World.
