Georgia Trend Daily – Nov. 8, 2023
Nov. 8, 2023 Georgia.gov
October Adjusted Tax Revenues Down 5.7%
Staff reports that the State of Georgia’s net tax collections during the month of October totaled $2.62 billion, for a decrease of $84.4 million or 3.1 percent compared to October 2022, when net tax collections totaled nearly $2.71 billion for the month. $70.5 million of October’s tax revenue changes were the result of tax collected on motor fuel prior to the suspension of the state gas tax in September.
Nov. 8, 2023 Georgia Trend – Exclusive!
Harvesting Hope: Danah Craft on the Farm to Food Bank Program and the Future of the Farm Bill
Julia Roberts reports on a discussion with Danah Craft, Executive Director of Feeding Georgia, a Supporting Organization of seven Feeding America food banks who distribute emergency food assistance through a statewide network of more than 2,000 partner pantries and agencies.
Nov. 8, 2023 Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Rivian raises annual production goal because of manufacturing momentum
Zachary Hansen reports, electric vehicle upstart Rivian once again increased its production goal for the year as it continues to ramp up manufacturing and grow its quarterly revenue figures. However, the company is still struggling to trim its losses as it prepares to begin vertical construction on its $5 billion EV factory an hour east of Atlanta — a critical piece in Rivian’s strategy to expand its market share and turn a profit.
Nov. 8, 2023 Dalton Daily Citizen
Four area counties named primary natural disaster areas, Whitfield farmers also may be eligible for emergency credit
Staff reports, for the first time in four years, Georgia has been impacted by extreme drought conditions, negatively impacting our state’s agricultural industry. Last week, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack issued a natural disaster declaration for four Georgia counties following a sustained period of drought. Impacted counties include Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade and Walker, which have sustained eight or more weeks of severe, extreme or exceptional drought conditions.
Nov. 8, 2023 Albany Herald
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture, Xochitl Torres Small, visits southwest Georgia, talks rural investment and food security
Lucille Lannigan reports that U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Xochitl Torres Small met with farmers in Terrell County and students at Albany State University Tuesday to hold discussions on the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to investing in rural communities. President Biden announced $5 billion in rural community investments across the country with $1.39 billion going to Georgia last week.
Nov. 8, 2023 Fresh Take Georgia
Georgia’s limited maternity homes reach capacity
Emma Buker reports, at three months pregnant, her future child’s father was incarcerated and Condnisha “Nisha” Allen suddenly found herself homeless with nowhere to turn. Scouring the internet, the 35-year-old found a unique solution to her problem: a maternity home run by Sheltering Grace Ministry.
Nov. 8, 2023 Savannah Morning News
Savannah mayor: Johnson carries every precinct in reelection bid
Evan Lasseter reports that Mayor Van Johnson won his bid for a second term on Tuesday night, beating political rival Kesha Gibson-Carter and newcomer Tyrisha Davis. Johnson cleared the field, taking 77.31% of the 21,696 votes cast. Johnson won every precinct in Savannah.
Nov. 8, 2023 WSB Radio
U.S. Representative says he’s closing his Cumming office after ‘serious threats of violence’
Staff reports, a Congressman from Georgia says he’s being forced to close down his district office after receiving threats. Representative Rich McCormick (R) says he has received “serious threats of violence” against his staff at his office in Cumming.
Nov. 8, 2023 WABE
In light of Georgia redistricting, new data tool empowers communities to challenge gerrymandering
Lisa Rayem reports, a new project from the Southern Poverty Law Center is meant to help communities play a more integral part in challenging gerrymandering. That’s on the heels of a federal judge ruling Georgia’s GOP-pushed maps must be redrawn ahead of 2024.
Nov. 8, 2023 Fox 5 Atlanta
First Lady Jill Biden to visit Georgia to promote workforce development
Staff reports that First Lady Dr. Jill Biden is planning her return to Georgia this week. She’s expected to pay a special visit to Augusta on Wednesday to promote the building of a “diverse, skilled pipeline of workers.”
Nov. 8, 2023 Georgia Recorder
Lt. governor unveils plan to make Georgia professional licenses easier to secure
Stanley Dunlap reports, several influential business organizations on Tuesday lined up their support for a top legislative priority of Republican Lt. Gov. Burt in 2024 intended to reduce barriers for small business owners and workers who require professional licenses to work in several dozen types of jobs in Georgia.
Nov. 8, 2023 Capitol Beat News
Burt Jones announces ‘Red Tape Rollback’
Dave Williams reports that Lt. Gov. Burt Jones unveiled a legislative push Tuesday aimed at reducing the size and scope of state government while making it easier for Georgians to get business licenses. The Republican-backed multi-pronged “Red Tape Rollback” is being supported by the state’s leading business organizations, including the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and the Metro Atlanta Chamber.
Nov. 8, 2023 Atlanta Journal-Constitution
AJC poll shows Georgia Democratic rift over Israel
Greg Bluestein reports that the deadly terrorist attack by Hamas against Israel and the escalating war in the Gaza Strip have sharpened a rift among Democrats in Georgia that could help shape U.S. foreign policy and the 2024 race for the White House. A new Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll showed that two-thirds of Georgians say supporting Israel is in the national interest.
