Cindy Morley

6 days ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, R-GA, says he sees telehealth as playing a major role in tackling some of the state’s most pressing challenges with healthcare. Last week, Carter met with officials at Augusta University to discuss advocacy for the Medical College of Georgia (MCG) and discuss the medical college’s impact on Georgia. In recent years Carter has secured funding for the College’s Center for Digital health. In FY23, the Republican Congressman was able to get $1 million for the center.

1 week ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

In preparation for the 2026 legislative session, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones has announced the creation of several study committees – as well as naming his appointments to each committee. Earlier this week, James Magazine Online looked at the committee tasked with looking into chronic absenteeism in the schools. Today, we look at other committees that will be working this summer.

1 week ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

Georgia continues to lead the country in pecan production, contributing to the U.S.’s leading position in the global market. The United States makes up 80 percent of the global pecan industry; 28 percent of U.S. pecans are exported to the world market. Several members of Georgia’s delegation want to ensure Georgia’s impact on the market continues. Recently, Rep.

1 week ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

Early voting is underway for the first primary for the Public Service Commission since 2022. Eight candidates are in the race to fill two seats in the June 17 Primary. The General Election is set for November 4. All voters in Georgia are eligible to cast a ballot for both PSC seats, but the candidates for the two contested seats are required to live in their districts. Current commissioners Tim Echols and Fitz Johnson are on the ballot.

1 week ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

The special election to fill the Senate District 21 seat vacated by former Sen. Brandon Beach has been set for Aug. 26, and so far the race has attracted seven Republicans and one Democrat. Qualifying is set for June 2-4 in the “Jungle General” – meaning there will be no primary. Candidates from both parties will be listed on the ballot. If no candidate reaches the required 50 percent plus one majority vote threshold, the two candidates with the most votes advance to a runoff. Gov.