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Carter, Augusta University partner to promote telehealth

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.
Lt. Gov. Jones announces Senate study committees

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.
U.S. Rep. Allen pushes to protect, expand Georgia pecan industry

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.
Early voting underway in PSC races

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.
Special election for SD 21 draws a crowd

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.
Cherokee County firefighter in race for Alpharetta Senate seat

2 weeks ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of articles featuring candidates running in the special election for the 21st District State Senate seat. On May 5th, former State Senator Brandon Beach began working in the Trump administration after President Donald Trump named him U.S. Treasurer. His resignation from the 21st District Georgia Senate seat left a vacancy to be filled in an August 26 special election. Gov. Brian Kemp issued an executive order yesterday setting the date for the election.
New study committee on cancer care access in Georgia plans first meeting

2 weeks ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

A new House study committee tasked with exploring the “lack of access to quality cancer care in Georgia” will hold its first meeting of the off-session next week at the Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville. State Rep. Lee Hawkins, R-Gainesville, called the meeting shortly after being named chair by Speaker of the House Jon Burns.
Allen supports pro-law enforcement bills

2 weeks ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

It was fitting that the U.S. House passed three pieces of legislation late last week expressing their support of law enforcement officers and agents nationwide as the country was recognizing National Police Week. U.S. Rep. Rick Allen, R-GA, was among the major supporters of the bills.
Georgia has a new tool in its fight against Fentanyl

2 weeks ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

When Gov. Brian Kemp signed the Fentanyl Eradication and Removal Act into law recently, Georgia became home to one of the stiffest penalties for trafficking fentanyl. Senate Bill 79 was a priority for Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and State Senators during the 2025 legislative session as a tool in their fight against the illicit sales of the dangerous drug. “Fentanyl is the deadliest drug, and those who traffic this poison should be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
New House study committees look at critical issues

2 weeks ago | jamesmagazinega.com | Cindy Morley

Georgia Speaker Jon Burns, R-Newington, has announced a number of study committees to explore critical issues in Georgia like school attendance, election procedures, insurance rates, medical marijuana and gaming. “During this past legislative session, the Georgia House considered a number of measures aimed at improving policy areas that impact Georgians and their families,” Burns.