Month: January 2015
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Is college worth the investment? Agnes Scott president says yes
College is a worthy investment that will pay dividends throughout a graduate’s career, the president of Agnes Scott College told an Atlanta civic organization on Thursday. Speaking before the Buckhead Business Association (BBA), Dr. Elizabeth Kiss rebutted a number of recent reports questioning the investment in a college education. She insisted a college education will…
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Warren Lee Hill executed in Georgia after U.S. Supreme Court denies appeal
The state of Georgia on Tuesday executed a man whose attorneys say is intellectually challenged.
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Clemency denied for Warren Lee Hill
ATLANTA — Georgia’s Board of Pardons and Paroles has voted to deny clemency for Warren Lee Hill. Hill is set to be executed at 7 p.m. tonight. His attorneys claim he is mentally challenged.
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Agnes Scott College president, St. Regis Atlanta managing partner to address Buckhead Business Association
The president of Agnes Scott College and the managing partner of the St. Regis Atlanta will address the Buckhead Business Association (BBA) in the next two weeks. Dr. Elizabeth Kiss, president of Agnes Scott College, will address the civil organization on Thursday, Jan. 29. Douglas McMahon, the managing partner of St. Regis Atlanta, will appear…
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Cowsert: It’s Your Money
There is only one bill that the Georgia General Assembly has to pass each year – the budget. It is our predominant duty, more important than any law we pass under the Gold Dome and a duty more important that any partisan agenda. As your elected representatives and senators, we must remain good stewards of…
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Why HB 1 is Still Crucial for Georgia Citizens
There were two main objectives in HB 1. The first was to provide immediate immunity from prosecution for the possession of cannabis oil in Georgia.
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King: State of the Union Address Offers More Death for Babies
There is a shift in our political climate. We must pray for transformation of hearts. In my KING RULES “Defend Life” chapter, the sanctity of life is highlighted.
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Mullis: Update from the Gold Dome: Week 1
The 153rd legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly began on Monday January 12, with a ceremonial call to order by Lt. Governor Casey Cagle. The first day of the legislative session is always filled with necessary organizational votes and procedures, and this year was no different.
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Fulton County Chairman John Eaves outlines top issues for county
Education, transportation and economic development top Fulton County Commission Chairman John Eaves’ list of priorities for the year, he told a gathering of business leaders Thursday. Eaves, who was elected in November to his third four-year term, told the Buckhead Business Association (BBA) he wants to work with local school systems and technical colleges to…
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Cowsert: State Senate Reconvenes in the People’s Building
This week, the Senate convened for its first day of the 2015 legislative session, and the newly elected senators were sworn in for our two-year term of office. I paid special attention as my colleagues reminded me why I was there. From his position on the podium as President of the Senate, Lt. Gov. Casey…