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National Democrats file brief opposing Georgia election changes | Georgia

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www.thecentersquare.com – By Kim Jarrett | The Center Square – 2025-02-07 11:58:00

SUMMARY: The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has filed an amicus brief against new rules approved by the Georgia State Election Board concerning ballot counting and result inquiries prior to the November 2024 primary. Although the state Supreme Court halted these rules in October, the appeal is ongoing. The DNC argues these rules exceed the board’s authority and could undermine election integrity. DNC Chairman Ken Martin emphasized the importance of protecting democracy, criticizing the rules as attempts by Georgia Republicans to create distrust in elections. A hearing on the case is set for March 19, with other groups, including the ACLU, also opposing the rules.

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Remaining mall shooting suspects face judge, youngest suspect makes public debut

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www.wsav.com – Kaley Fedko – 2025-09-03 22:41:00

SUMMARY: In Savannah, Georgia, 20-year-old Aujawan Hymon and 16-year-old Dahmil Johnson, the final suspects in the Oglethorpe Mall shooting, appeared in court. Johnson made his first public court appearance, supported by his lawyer. Defense attorneys argued insufficient evidence links the shootout to Tina Smith’s death, attributed to heart complications during the chaos. They moved to dismiss felony murder charges, calling them an overreach, but Judge Crystal Harmon denied the motions, citing probable cause. The shooting reportedly began after a scuffle involving a gold chain. Both face felony murder, assault, and firearm charges, with additional weapons charges. The State aims to indict all six suspects by October 1.

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After more than 50 years, Augusta’s Villa Europa is closed

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September 3, 2025

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www.wjbf.com – D.V. Wise – 2025-09-03 06:35:00

SUMMARY: Augusta’s historic Villa Europa restaurant is temporarily closed due to financial and regulatory challenges, including obligations to the Department of Revenue and pandemic impacts. The Schaffer Neises family, who operated the German-Italian American eatery for over 50 years, expressed gratitude to patrons and hope for future investors to continue the legacy. While the restaurant remains closed, their food truck, Villa Wagen, will operate when possible, though its future is uncertain. The family will serve at the Germany tent at this year’s Arts in the Heart for the last time and is working on a cookbook to preserve Villa Europa’s recipes and stories.

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Richmond Hill votes to roll back millage rate

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September 2, 2025

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www.wsav.com – Christine Queally – 2025-09-02 22:39:00

SUMMARY: Richmond Hill City Council voted to roll back the millage rate from the proposed 4.132 to 3.981, avoiding a nearly 4% property tax increase. This decision followed several public hearings where residents expressed concerns about rising housing costs and the impact of higher property taxes on affordability. Critics questioned the city’s spending, citing funds tied up in unused land and city hall renovations amid infrastructure issues. Georgia law requires public hearings for maintaining or increasing millage rates. Mayor Russ Carpenter emphasized careful financial planning to balance taxpayer relief with maintaining essential city services.

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