Georgia is bracing for a deep winter chill this week, with much of the state dipping below freezing and Georgia Power urging residents to keep thermostats at 68 degrees to curb rising energy costs. A new audit shows the state’s rural hospital tax credit has delivered hundreds of millions in support, but looming federal changes could pull far more funding away from already vulnerable facilities. Lawmakers are also pressing prison officials after a $6 million safety plan failed to address ongoing violence, staffing shortages, and even broken cell locks.
Military aid organizations are joining forces for Giving Tuesday to help service members facing unexpected crises, from natural disasters to overseas emergencies. And as holiday shopping ramps up, experts warn young adults are carrying heavy financial strain that’s contributing to rising stress and burnout. Meanwhile, Georgia is investing more than $24 million in new EV fast-charging stations, with most sites planned for rural communities.
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