Former U.S. Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich has endorsed Sen. Kelly Loeffler in the forthcoming “jungle primary” U.S. Senate race in November. Gingrich: “Kelly Loeffler is exactly the type of political outsider we need in Washington. As a conservative businesswoman and strong supporter of President Trump, Kelly has a proven record of creating jobs
Former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee has endorsed Rep. Doug Collins’ U.S. Senate campaign in the forthcoming “jungle primary” race. Rep. Doug Collins: “Governor Huckabee is a leader who has never wavered from the conservative cause and I couldn’t be more proud and excited to have his support. He is a hero to me and to
Good morning, and happy Georgia Day! Today, our state (and, previously, the colony) is 287 years old. On February 12, 1733, James Oglethorpe landed the Anne at Yamacraw Bluff on the southern bank of the Savannah River, thus founding the colony. And now, the news: Pat Conroy Governor Kemp is aiming to overhaul the foster
This morning, Sen. Jesse Stone (R-Waynesboro) made it Facebook-official that he would not seek reelection for his current seat, District 23. Stone’s announcement stated that he decided last week not to run, adding that he’s previously limited his terms of service in other offices he’s held and hopes to find other avenues of service. Also
The NAACP announced this year’s Chairman Award will go to Congressman John Lewis. Congressman Lewis will receive the honor during the February 22 NAACP Image Awards. NAACP Chairman Leon Russell hailed Lewis as a “modern hero in American history” who has “dedicated his life to protecting our constitutional rights, fighting injustice and speaking truth to
Good morning! It’s raining. Here’s a short story. The deconstruction and removal of the Golden Ray is set to begin later this month. The Twin Pines mining company will withdraw – and resubmit – their proposal to operate a titanium mine in the Okefenokee Swamp. Grady High School students are lobbying for a name change
11Alive’s investigative news show “The Reveal” ran a story that, if true, is incredibly disturbing for Rep. Trey Kelley and Cedartown Police Chief Jamie Newsome. The condensed story: a reported friend of Rep. Kelley, Ralph “Ryan” Dover, hit a bicyclist in Cedartown who eventually died. Rather than call 911, Dover called Kelley. He too failed
This week’s Courier Herald column: There’s a lot of wisdom behind the old saying “he couldn’t see the forest for the trees.” Sometimes we get so focused on what is right in front of us that we can’t see the bigger picture, no matter how obvious it is. This phrase can also help us understand
Today is Day Three of Legislative Recess agreed upon by the House and the Senate to further evaluate the State’s budget. Both chambers will reconvene on February 18th. Coronavirus outbreak puts a Georgia family’s 2-year adoption process on hold Wreckage found after small jet disappears from radar in Georgia Georgia senators pushing Fort Benning for
In an email to supporters and a post on Facebook, 8th District State Representative Matt Gurtler indicated he is considering greener pastures than the Georgia House floor. The openings in Georgia’s 9th Congressional District and District 50 in the State Senate might be friendlier to self-proclaimed principled conservative. With the announcement of Congressman Doug Collins
