Some good news could be coming to your mailbox or via direct deposit. The Georgia Department of Revenue announced in March that it will begin issuing rebate checks to all eligible taxpayers in the state. Eligible taxpayers who filed their 2024 and 2025 returns before the filing deadline can expect to receive their refund within […]
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New Atlanta Schools Superintendent’s First Big Challenge: Taxes
When Atlanta Public Schools’ new superintendent was sworn in on Monday, he told the audience that he wants little fanfare in his first 100 days. “There won’t be a ton of words,” Bryan Johnson told those gathered at APS headquarters. “There’ll be a ton of work.” Hours later, Johnson learned that there could be lots […]
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Up in Smoke: What a Proposed Tobacco Tax Hike Could Mean for Georgia
Everybody knows smoking is bad for you, which is why a group of state lawmakers wants to make it more expensive in Georgia. In early February, state Rep. Ron Stephens introduced HB 191, legislation that would raise taxes on tobacco products in the interest of public health. It’s a move that could have more of […]
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MARTA Wants Your Input for the Campbellton Corridor Project
Top of the morning! Here is Your AM Rundown, with news updates in 400 words or less. Get caught up on headlines and other developments you might’ve missed. Here’s what’s up in Atlanta today: Southwest Atlanta residents, MARTA wants to talk to you! Today, a meeting will be held to discuss the Campbellton Corridor and […]