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Georgia gas prices plummet as gas tax moratorium takes effect | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-10-07 11:38:00

SUMMARY: Gas prices in Georgia dropped by 23 cents to an average of $2.74 per gallon following Governor Brian Kemp’s statewide gas price moratorium. This reduction is significant compared to prices in neighboring states, where drops were minimal. The gas tax is 32 cents per gallon, and relief may continue as OPEC+ plans to increase production in December, which could further lower prices. The suspension of the gas tax will remain in effect until the state of emergency concludes. In Georgia, the lowest prices are found in northwest cities, while the highest are in Savannah and Valdosta. Nationally, the average stands at $3.17.

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Georgia to begin random audit of election | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2024-11-14 17:25:17

SUMMARY: New details emerged about a deadly shooting at Tuskegee University’s Homecoming where an 18-year-old victim was found shot. Police identified Jaz Myrick at the scene, armed with a gun and multiple ammunition magazines; he now faces weapons charges. Meanwhile, the Georgia Secretary of State’s office announced the start of its postelection risk-limiting audit, using a random selection process with 20 ten-sided dice. Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger emphasized the importance of these audits for ensuring fair elections, noting that the current audit pertains to the presidential election, the only statewide race this year.

The Georgia Secretary of State’s office held a news conference today to kick off its post-election risk limiting audit. At the conference, the office rolled twenty 10-sided dice to determine a random selection of batches chosen for audit.

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Tracking Tropical Storm Sara | Latest

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2024-11-14 16:58:48

SUMMARY: Chief Meteorologist Chris Hul is tracking Tropical Storm Sarah, which transitioned from a tropical depression this morning. Currently positioned in the Caribbean, Sarah has maximum sustained winds of 40 mph and is moving westward towards the northern coast of Honduras, where it is expected to bring substantial rain and damage over the next few days. A tropical storm warning is in effect for this area. The storm may dissipate after moving slowly across the Yucatan Peninsula, with uncertain forecasts regarding its potential re-emergence in the Gulf, possibly affecting Florida. More updates on weather conditions will follow.

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Staffing a challenge for Georgia’s prisons, commissioner says | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2024-11-14 10:00:00

SUMMARY: Georgia’s prison system faces significant challenges in hiring and retaining employees, as stated by Department of Corrections Commissioner Tyrone Oliver. Although there are many applicants, 80% fail to complete the application process due to issues like no-shows and poor interviews. Georgia’s salaries lag behind neighboring states, prompting discussions about potential salary increases in the context of a $1.5 billion budget. Currently, prisons are operating at 93% capacity, with a recidivism rate of over 26%, which drops to 13.64% for inmates completing vocational programs. An assessment of the system is due in December, with further committee meetings planned.

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