Jill Nolin
@jillnolin.bsky.social
Editor of the Georgia Recorder
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The Georgia election interference case against President Donald Trump appears to live on after the head of a nonpartisan state agency appointed himself the new prosecutor in the case.
New prosecutor tapped to take over Georgia election interference case against Trump • Georgia Recorder
The Georgia election interference case against President Donald Trump appears to live on after the head a nonpartisan state agency appointed himself the new prosecutor in the case.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM
The Georgia election interference case against President Donald Trump appears to live on after the head of a nonpartisan state agency appointed himself the new prosecutor in the case.
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Tune into our new weekly podcast, Stories From The States. In our first episode, host @fitzsimon.bsky.social talks about federal cuts that are jeopardizing Medicaid coverage.
www.newsfromthestates.com/podcast/stor...
#FairFearlessFree #LocalJournalism
Stories From The States | News From The States
Stories From the States is a weekly podcast that explores, through personal stories, how people and communities across America are being affected by government decisions. Each episode examines a singl...
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November 7, 2025 at 5:05 PM
We’re live!
Tune into our new weekly podcast, Stories From The States. In our first episode, host @fitzsimon.bsky.social talks about federal cuts that are jeopardizing Medicaid coverage.
www.newsfromthestates.com/podcast/stor...
#FairFearlessFree #LocalJournalism
Tune into our new weekly podcast, Stories From The States. In our first episode, host @fitzsimon.bsky.social talks about federal cuts that are jeopardizing Medicaid coverage.
www.newsfromthestates.com/podcast/stor...
#FairFearlessFree #LocalJournalism
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Voters at a south Atlanta polling place cited local issues like infrastructure and City Council accountability as top concerns Tuesday. Two statewide races for the Georgia Public Service Commission were often an afterthought.
New from @alander.bsky.social.
New from @alander.bsky.social.
Drawn to the polls by local issues, Atlanta voters could influence statewide Georgia utility races • Georgia Recorder
Atlanta voters prioritized local issues over statewide races, yet their turnout could still lead to a Georgia Democrat victory in a statewide office.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Voters at a south Atlanta polling place cited local issues like infrastructure and City Council accountability as top concerns Tuesday. Two statewide races for the Georgia Public Service Commission were often an afterthought.
New from @alander.bsky.social.
New from @alander.bsky.social.
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New from @alander.bsky.social: Campaigning for two contested seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission has intensified during the early voting period, turning a relatively quiet election cycle into a partisan fight over utility rates and energy policy.
Battle for two seats on Georgia regulatory body heats up as campaigns enter homestretch • Georgia Recorder
Campaigning for two seats on the Public Service Commission has intensified as Republicans fear an upset due to low voter turnout in an off-year election.
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November 3, 2025 at 2:15 PM
New from @alander.bsky.social: Campaigning for two contested seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission has intensified during the early voting period, turning a relatively quiet election cycle into a partisan fight over utility rates and energy policy.
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The Georgia Board of Natural Resources has voted in favor of a plan to increase parking pass rates at state parks, and the Department of Natural Resources could be considering further cost hikes.
Story by @journalistross.bsky.social.
Story by @journalistross.bsky.social.
Georgia panel raises state park fees with additional price hikes in the works • Georgia Recorder
The Georgia Board of Natural Resources has voted in favor of a plan to increase parking pass rates at state parks, and the Department of Natural Resources could be considering further cost hikes.
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October 29, 2025 at 12:58 PM
The Georgia Board of Natural Resources has voted in favor of a plan to increase parking pass rates at state parks, and the Department of Natural Resources could be considering further cost hikes.
Story by @journalistross.bsky.social.
Story by @journalistross.bsky.social.
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New from @journalistross.bsky.social: The next time you want to take in some of Georgia’s natural beauty at one of its state parks, it could cost you a little more.
Georgia board set to raise fees at state parks • Georgia Recorder
The next time you want to take in some of Georgia’s natural beauty at one of its state parks, it could cost you a little more. Or at least it will if the Board of Natural Resources signs off Tuesday o...
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October 27, 2025 at 1:25 PM
New from @journalistross.bsky.social: The next time you want to take in some of Georgia’s natural beauty at one of its state parks, it could cost you a little more.
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The alleged theft happened at a time when a perceived lack of transparency in the PSC’s dealings with Georgia Power has been scrutinized more intensely.
Story by @alander.bsky.social.
Story by @alander.bsky.social.
Prominent clean energy advocate accused of stealing Georgia Power ‘trade secrets’ at public meeting • Georgia Recorder
Clean energy advocate Patty Durand was arrested for allegedly stealing a Georgia Power document containing trade secrets during a PSC meeting.
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October 23, 2025 at 12:53 PM
The alleged theft happened at a time when a perceived lack of transparency in the PSC’s dealings with Georgia Power has been scrutinized more intensely.
Story by @alander.bsky.social.
Story by @alander.bsky.social.
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With a narrow 3-2 vote, a trio of Trump-aligned state election board members recommended that state lawmakers ban no-excuse absentee voting in Georgia.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
SEB recommends ending no-excuse absentee voting in Georgia • Georgia Recorder
The State Election Board will officially recommend that Georgia lawmakers end no-excuse absentee voting when they reconvene in January.
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October 23, 2025 at 2:13 PM
With a narrow 3-2 vote, a trio of Trump-aligned state election board members recommended that state lawmakers ban no-excuse absentee voting in Georgia.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
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The board for Planned Parenthood Southeast - covering AL, GA, MS - hired a law firm to investigate allegations of mismanagement. "The line between malice and incompetence can be very blurry," said a former PP director. Via @mayahoman.bsky.social www.newsfromthestates.com/article/plan...
Planned Parenthood Southeast hires law firm to probe ‘troubling allegations’ after petition drive
Planned Parenthood Southeast’s board of directors announced this week that it would be hiring a law firm to investigate allegations of mismanagement that reproductive health advocates say threatens to...
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October 20, 2025 at 1:49 PM
The board for Planned Parenthood Southeast - covering AL, GA, MS - hired a law firm to investigate allegations of mismanagement. "The line between malice and incompetence can be very blurry," said a former PP director. Via @mayahoman.bsky.social www.newsfromthestates.com/article/plan...
“I’m not donating to them until I know for sure that leadership of our Planned Parenthood Southeast is leadership that shares a progressive political lens, that supports women’s rights, that supports non-binary rights, that supports the rights of the people that never get a voice,” said one donor.
Planned Parenthood Southeast hires law firm to probe ‘troubling allegations’ after petition drive, reports @mayahoman.bsky.social.
Planned Parenthood Southeast launches investigation into ‘troubling allegations’ • Georgia Recorder
The investigation followed the circulation of a petition that advocates say has garnered over 580 signatures, alleging that Planned Parenthood Southeast’s new leaders have "dismantled" the organizatio...
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October 20, 2025 at 1:59 PM
“I’m not donating to them until I know for sure that leadership of our Planned Parenthood Southeast is leadership that shares a progressive political lens, that supports women’s rights, that supports non-binary rights, that supports the rights of the people that never get a voice,” said one donor.
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The dogs of the No Kings protest in Atlanta. Despite only being 6-months old, Rahul Bose, sitting in front of the "No kings, No ICE" poster, is a frequent protester, starting with the Tesla Takedown protests earlier this year.
"Ruff," he said.
Jax, a 1 year old German Shepherd, wanted to play.
"Ruff," he said.
Jax, a 1 year old German Shepherd, wanted to play.
October 18, 2025 at 5:19 PM
The dogs of the No Kings protest in Atlanta. Despite only being 6-months old, Rahul Bose, sitting in front of the "No kings, No ICE" poster, is a frequent protester, starting with the Tesla Takedown protests earlier this year.
"Ruff," he said.
Jax, a 1 year old German Shepherd, wanted to play.
"Ruff," he said.
Jax, a 1 year old German Shepherd, wanted to play.
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Follow along for national coverage of today's No Kings protests from @statesnewsroom.com. We'll also have updates from the Atlanta Civic Center, where a large group is gathered.
No Kings protest coverage | News From The States
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October 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Follow along for national coverage of today's No Kings protests from @statesnewsroom.com. We'll also have updates from the Atlanta Civic Center, where a large group is gathered.
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Early voting starts tomorrow for two seats in the Public Service Commission, which is responsible for regulating utilities in the state. Republicans, who are fearful Dems may flip one or both seats, are turning to national, culture wars themes while Democrats are running on energy affordability.
A unique off-year election for two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission, a body responsible for regulating utilities in the state, has Republicans vocally concerned, especially considering concurrent municipal elections that they worry could favor Democratic mobilization.
Georgia Republicans say they fear local elections could help Democrats in statewide utilities race • Georgia Recorder
The special election for the Georgia Public Service Commission seats has Republicans concerned about turnout, fearing local elections could favor Democrats.
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October 13, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Early voting starts tomorrow for two seats in the Public Service Commission, which is responsible for regulating utilities in the state. Republicans, who are fearful Dems may flip one or both seats, are turning to national, culture wars themes while Democrats are running on energy affordability.
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During a Wednesday event at the Carter Center, the U. S. Postal Service unveiled a new Forever stamp featuring Jimmy Carter’s portrait. Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
USPS unveils Jimmy Carter Forever stamp on his 101st birthday • Georgia Recorder
For many who knew him, a postage stamp is a fitting tribute to the former president, who died last December after more than a year in hospice care. Wednesday would have been Carter’s 101st birthday.
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October 2, 2025 at 1:40 PM
During a Wednesday event at the Carter Center, the U. S. Postal Service unveiled a new Forever stamp featuring Jimmy Carter’s portrait. Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
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New from @alander.bsky.social: Georgia’s limited Medicaid expansion program is extended through 2026 despite concerns about cost
Georgia’s limited Medicaid expansion program is extended through 2026 despite concerns about cost • Georgia Recorder
An approval letter from CMS noted that the temporary extension and its amendments are designed to help the program accomplish its goals.
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September 26, 2025 at 2:21 PM
New from @alander.bsky.social: Georgia’s limited Medicaid expansion program is extended through 2026 despite concerns about cost
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Follow along for live results of today's state Senate runoff featuring Democrat Debra Shigley - who turned heads last month when she won 40% of the vote - and Republican Jason Dickerson.
Live results: Georgia voters settle state Senate runoff that has drawn national attention • Georgia Recorder
Democrat Debra Shigley and Republican Jason Dickerson are on the ballot today for a special election that has attracted national attention since Shigley’s surprising first-place finish last month. Shi...
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September 23, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Follow along for live results of today's state Senate runoff featuring Democrat Debra Shigley - who turned heads last month when she won 40% of the vote - and Republican Jason Dickerson.
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September 23, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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Georgia’s new program to subsidize private education has helped more than 8,000 children move from low-ranked public schools to educational organizations predominantly affiliated with Christian churches
#gapol via The Current GA & @georgiarecorder.com
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Christian schools, Amazon attract most Georgia voucher school dollars - The Current
Georgia's new program to subsidize private education has helped over 8,000 children move from public schools to private schools, with $5.4 million of the $7.1 million distributed going to 286 private ...
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September 23, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Georgia’s new program to subsidize private education has helped more than 8,000 children move from low-ranked public schools to educational organizations predominantly affiliated with Christian churches
#gapol via The Current GA & @georgiarecorder.com
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#gapol via The Current GA & @georgiarecorder.com
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“Every inch of ground that we win adds up. Every race that we flip adds up. That’s how we start rebuilding our party again, and Debra is an important part of that rebuilding process.”
Democrats’ chief visits Georgia to campaign with state Senate candidate as runoff enters homestretch • Georgia Recorder
MILTON – The national Democratic Party’s top official campaigned in Georgia this weekend with Democrat Debra Shigley in hopes of helping her flip a conservative state Senate district in the north Atla...
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September 21, 2025 at 1:33 PM
“Every inch of ground that we win adds up. Every race that we flip adds up. That’s how we start rebuilding our party again, and Debra is an important part of that rebuilding process.”
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An immigration judge ordered Spanish-language journalist Mario Guevara to be deported on Friday despite a pending First Amendment case in federal court, setting off a frenzied attempt by his attorneys to stop the deportation from happening. Story by @samatl.bsky.social.
Spanish-language journalist in Georgia now faces imminent deportation • Georgia Recorder
An immigration judge ordered Spanish-language journalist Mario Guevara to be deported on Friday despite a pending First Amendment case in federal court, setting off a frenzied attempt by his attorneys...
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September 19, 2025 at 10:56 PM
An immigration judge ordered Spanish-language journalist Mario Guevara to be deported on Friday despite a pending First Amendment case in federal court, setting off a frenzied attempt by his attorneys to stop the deportation from happening. Story by @samatl.bsky.social.
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“Who’s going to train the next generation of scientists and engineers in these areas? You need funding to do that, and that is gone,” said Geza Kogler, a now-retired Kennesaw State University professor who lost his National Institutes of Health training grant. Story by @alander.bsky.social.
NIH grant cuts throw science into a ‘downward spiral,’ researchers and advocates say • Georgia Recorder
Following the Trump administration's $783 million cut to disease research projects with DEI elements, a researcher observed a "chilling effect" on Georgia's universities.
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September 16, 2025 at 3:27 PM
“Who’s going to train the next generation of scientists and engineers in these areas? You need funding to do that, and that is gone,” said Geza Kogler, a now-retired Kennesaw State University professor who lost his National Institutes of Health training grant. Story by @alander.bsky.social.
Excerpt: Democrats are hoping that the lack of an incumbent, along with Georgia’s shifting political terrain, put this race in play. Republicans, meanwhile, are hoping to maintain a nearly two-decade-long grip on Georgia’s executive offices.
New commentary from Niles Francis: Open attorney general seat in 2026 sets off competitive race to be Georgia’s next top cop
Open attorney general seat in 2026 sets off competitive race to be Georgia’s next top cop • Georgia Recorder
The upcoming race for governor won’t be the only wide-open constitutional office on the ballot next year. In addition to choosing Georgia’s next chief executive, lieutenant governor (and possibly Sec...
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September 9, 2025 at 5:18 PM
Excerpt: Democrats are hoping that the lack of an incumbent, along with Georgia’s shifting political terrain, put this race in play. Republicans, meanwhile, are hoping to maintain a nearly two-decade-long grip on Georgia’s executive offices.
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Georgia’s two Senators, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, have joined a growing chorus of public health experts and advocates calling for U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to step down from his role amid mounting criticism over his leadership.
RFK Jr. battles with Warnock, other members of US Senate panel over vaccines, removal of CDC director • Georgia Recorder
WASHINGTON — Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. vehemently defended his actions on vaccines and other public health issues under questioning by both Republican and Democratic s...
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September 4, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Georgia’s two Senators, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, have joined a growing chorus of public health experts and advocates calling for U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to step down from his role amid mounting criticism over his leadership.
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The winds of change might be blowing through Georgia.
At least, that’s what Democrats are hoping for as both parties gear up for a competitive runoff election for an open state Senate seat.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
At least, that’s what Democrats are hoping for as both parties gear up for a competitive runoff election for an open state Senate seat.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
Democrats raise their hopes as Debra Shigley, Jason Dickerson advance to runoff • Georgia Recorder
Democrat Debra Shigley easily secured the top spot in a seven-way race Tuesday, advancing to a runoff in a district that overwhelmingly reelected a Republican senator last year and helped send Preside...
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August 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
The winds of change might be blowing through Georgia.
At least, that’s what Democrats are hoping for as both parties gear up for a competitive runoff election for an open state Senate seat.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.
At least, that’s what Democrats are hoping for as both parties gear up for a competitive runoff election for an open state Senate seat.
Story by @mayahoman.bsky.social.