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Porterdale bans sale of drug-related items
The Porterdale City Council approved an ordinance that prohibits the sale of drug-related items.
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Santorum blasts Obama on power, abortion
A surging Rick Santorum is making increasingly harsh remarks about President Barack Obama, questioning not just the president's competence but his motives and even his Christian values.
GOP's 'super PACs' overtaking presidential campaign fundraising
An unmistakable dynamic is playing out in the money game among Republican presidential candidates: New "super" political action committees are growing more powerful than the campaigns they support.
Changes to licensing proposed for half-million Georgians
Georgia Secretary of State Brian Kemp wants a massive reform of the system that licenses and doles out discipline for Georgia professionals.
Paul looks for delegates, respect in caucus states
Ron Paul may not win the Republican nomination for president he has yet to win a single state but his strategy of trying to amass delegates in caucus states could land him a prominent role at the party's national convention this summer.
Santorum questions Obama's 'world view,' not faith
Rick Santorum on Sunday condemned what he called President Barack Obama's world view that "elevates the Earth above man," discouraging increased use of natural resources.
Gingrich, Santorum head to Georgia
The campaign trail in Georgia is getting crowded.With less than three weeks left until the state's March 6 presidential primary, candidates in the topsy-turvy Republican race are turning their attention to Super Tuesday's biggest prize.
GOP candidates pass over Georgia for Super Tuesday debate
Georgia Republican Party Chairman Sue P. Everhart released a statement Thursday concerning the presidential candidates' decision to pull out of a planned debate in Atlanta ahead of Super Tuesday.
Early voting underway for presidential primary
Early voting is under way for the March 6 Presidential Preference Primary.
BOC adopts plan to help non-English speakers
The county has adopted a program to assist Spanish-speaking residents.
Rockdale legislators to hold listening session
The Rockdale County state legislative delegation invites residents to attend a listening session on Feb. 22 at the Rockdale Career Academy to discuss the ongoing Georgia General Assembly session.
Obama's budget arrives at Congress
President Barack Obama on Monday sent Congress a new budget which seeks deficit reduction and spending.
Gingrich warns of Iran problems
Newt Gingrich kept a stiff upper lip Wednesday after his poor showing in GOP presidential caucuses the night before, but issued dire warnings about Iran's potential nuclear capabilities.
Legislation to address Rockdale Election Board
Local legislation scheduled to be introduced at the Georgia General Assembly in the coming days will address membership appointments to the Rockdale County Board of Elections and Voter Registration.
Rockdale sheriff announces re-election bid
Rockdale County Sheriff Jeff Wigington made it official by announcing Wednesday he will run for reelection to a fifth term this year.
House Democrats split
House Democrats are split on a proposed constitutional amendment that would give the state the power to create charter schools — jeopardizing the bill’s prospects for passage in the chamber.
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