SUMMARY: Golden Harvest is seeking year-round volunteers to combat food insecurity, which affects one in seven individuals and one in four children. Despite increased volunteer numbers during holidays, the organization continues to require help throughout the year. Volunteers assist with food packaging, distribution, and operations at the Masters Table Soup Kitchen. Last year, Golden Harvest distributed a record 14 million meals, with a goal of 17 million this year, highlighting the ongoing urgent need for assistance. Community members, like Brittany Burnett from the Rotary Club of Augusta, emphasize the importance of continuous support to meet community needs.

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SUMMARY: Georgia Governor Brian Kemp plans to amend the fiscal year 2025 budget to allocate over $614 million for hurricane relief, following Hurricane Helene’s devastation last September. Of this amount, $300 million is designated for the Georgia Department of Transportation for debris cleanup and repairs, while $150 million will reimburse FEMA for disaster response costs. Kemp also emphasizes a proposed income tax reduction and an additional $1 billion for education, including school safety grants and reduced prekindergarten class sizes. Other budget provisions include $2.2 billion for infrastructure projects and increased funding for the Department of Corrections to improve staffing and facilities.

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SUMMARY: During his visit to hurricane-affected North Carolina, President Trump indicated he might eliminate FEMA, describing it as “very bureaucratic” and failing in its disaster response role. Advocating for state-led disaster management, he suggested that local governments could handle emergencies more efficiently. Trump’s comments come as he plans to tour wildfire-stricken areas in California, where he criticized state water policies. His history of politicizing disaster relief has drawn backlash, with critics arguing that federal aid should be impartial. Despite past controversies, some constituents express hope for improved support under Trump’s leadership amidst ongoing recovery efforts.

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