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Coastal Navigator – On Monday: the weekly list of public meetings and agendas for area counties and towns. We include info about how to watch by video, when possible. It’s a one-stop way to find out what government is doing and how they are doing it.
Soundings — Each Tuesday political reporter Craig Nelson analyzes the people, politics and races pertinent to Coastal Georgia and our local voters.
Coast Watch — On Wednesday, our environment reporter Mary Landers dives into environmental stories and scientific research affecting our diverse local communities.
Undercurrent — Thursday is dedicated to public safety issues from Savannah to St. Marys with public safety reporter Jake Shore.
Sunday Solutions — Fuel your dinner conversations with Managing Editor Susan Catron who curates in-depth news and ideas about solutions to our regional problems.
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Sunday Solutions — May 12, 2024 Good morning! We’re here to help you with homework tips for the last week of early voting before the next big election on May 21. And where else can you find electric planes, trains and research that proves we’re losing our religion? Right here. And…don’t forget to call your mom. EXPLAINER Know before you go This past week was noteworthy – your Sunday editor took several calls and texts from citizens who wanted to do…
– Thursday, May 9, 2024 – Good morning. Election promises and misinformation are in full swing as we approach the May 21 primary election in Georgia. This week’s public safety newsletter has stories on a major policy announcement by a Chatham County sheriff candidate and mudslinging over a retired K-9 in Liberty County. Plus, we report on a law passed by a U.S. senator for Georgia meant to better protect children online. Questions, comments or story ideas? You can reach me…
– May 8, 2024 – Good morning! We have a quick look today at the return of nesting sea turtles. Then we turn our attention to an alleged “ongoing aesthetic injury” on Cumberland Island. Finally we examine what our Congressman omitted when discussing a law that would block restrictions on the use of certain ammunition while hunting. Hint: It’s something already banned in gasoline and paint. Questions, tips or concerns? Send us a note at staff@thecurrentga.org Sea turtles dig in Nesting…
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Good morning! We start today with indications of light — very light — turnout in early voting for the May 21 primary. We then look at a bill signed into law by Gov. Brian Kemp last week that adds considerably to the list of criminal offenses requiring cash bail. Finally, we take up some odds-and-ends in the local political world, including our 1st District congressman’s swipe at a conservative colleague. Questions, comments, or story ideas? You can reach me…
Find your public meetings, agendas May 6, 2024 View this email in a browser Welcome aboard! Here’s your list of public meetings and agendas for the next two weeks to help you follow the work of local government officials you’ve elected. By this time next year, new folks may be making decisions for counties and their school systems. There are elections this year for many county commission and school board seats. Now is a good time to look up your candidates…
Sunday Solutions — May 5, 2024 Good morning! A new reader told us this week that she wants food for thought and dinner-table conversation on Sundays. We’re here for that: sheriffs, a new scan on ballots, rusty jails, child care as workforce driver. The buffet is open. EXPLAINER: ELECTIONS Who’s counting …. the money? Tuesday is the deadline for Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp to sign legislation from the 2024 General Assembly session. Last year, several pieces and line items ended up…
– Thursday, May 2, 2024 – Good morning. Early voting is underway in the May 21 state primary election, and important public safety races in Coastal Georgia are on the ballot. In this week’s newsletter, we’re looking at two contentious sheriff’s races in Camden and Liberty counties, as well as news out of the Georgia Supreme Court. Incumbent’s records are being thoroughly examined, and barbs are flying — we’re here to help you sort out what’s important to know before heading…
– May 1, 2024 – Good morning! We have a look forward today at what Coastal Georgia is likely to face when the regulation of “forever chemicals” in drinking water goes into effect. We also have an estimate of what Georgia Power customers can expect to pay monthly for the two nuclear reactors at Vogtle now that they’re both in service. To lighten things up, we also present the story of Captain Hook, a small gator who recovered from big injuries.…
Tuesday, April 30, 2024 Good morning! We start today with last night’s debate between the candidates in one of Coastal Georgia’s marquee races in the May 21 primary. We then look at student protests — those related to the Israel-Hamas war and another at Georgia Southern in Statesboro to protest the termination of a university program aimed at reducing discrimination against LGBTQIA+ people. We wrap it with a round-up of news ‘or your radar. Questions, comments, or story ideas? You can…
Find your public meetings, agendas April 29, 2024 View this email in a browser Welcome aboard! This is a list of public meetings and agendas to help you follow the work of officials you’ve elected. Budget season The Savannah-Chatham school system and Tybee Island have scheduled budget meetings — every year, every agency has to publicly review its spending plan and pass a new one for the upcoming 12 months. The budgets typically cover a “fiscal” year that starts July 1…
Sunday Solutions — April 28, 2024 Good morning! What do shrimp, early voting, new laws, police misconduct and garden gnomes all have in common? They’re all here! Enjoy your weekend reads and your day. NEWS: GOVERNING Signing day on the coast On Thursday, Gov. Brian Kemp came to Glynn County to sign four bills related to or sponsored by the legislative delegations along the coast. HB 1041 increased the bonding authority of the Savannah-Georgia Convention Center Authority and HB 1341 designated…
