WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2024

Good Morning! On this day in 1779, Casimir Pulaski, who came from Poland to fight in the American Revolution, led Pulaski's Legion, a cavalry unit, against the British in the siege of Savannah. He's one of only seven people to have been granted honorary U.S. citizenship.

While it looks like Hurricane Milton will directly affect only the Georgia coast, millions of Floridians have good reason to get out of harm's way, as we report in Top Stories. Atlanta and other cities are preparing to welcome Floridians who need a safe harbor.

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Georgia Prepares for Hurricane Milton Fallout

Hurricane Milton is expected to bring tropical storm-force winds of up to 39 mph and heavy rain of up to 6 inches to Georgia's coastal areas starting Wednesday.

The Georgia Department of Economic Development has issued a travel alert for Florida evacuees ahead of the storm's arrival.

Centers in Valdosta, St. Marys, and Port Wentworth have 24/7 access to restrooms, and staff are ready to assist evacuees in finding lodging and emergency services. See the full alert here.

Air travel disruptions from Hurricane Milton have led Hartsfield-Jackson to expect 95 additional cancellations today as the storm intensifies.

In Atlanta, hotels are preparing to accommodate evacuees and first responders, offering extended-stay options with full kitchens and laundry facilities.

State Election Board Meets for Last Time Before Election

The Georgia State Election Board met on Tuesday to discuss whether county election boards have properly addressed voter eligibility challenges and to clarify new rules to ensure a smooth election process.

The board has implemented measures for ballot counting, election certification, and expanding poll watcher access to improve transparency and accuracy.

These efforts are facing criticism, notably from the state and national Democrats, who raised concerns about the rules' potential to delay certification.

Pending court decisions will determine the fate of these new rules, including whether county election boards may conduct "reasonable inquiries" into the election process, even if such inquiries delay certification.

GEORGIA MATCH Offers College Pre-Admissions

More than 137,000 Georgia high school seniors will receive personalized direct college admissions letters this month as part of the GEORGIA MATCH program’s second year.

The letters will inform students which public colleges and universities in Georgia are holding a spot for them, with application fees waived next month for those who apply through the GEORGIA MATCH dashboard.

The 23 University System of Georgia institutions and 22 Technical College System of Georgia schools participate in the program, although the University of Georgia and Georgia Tech do not.

During GEORGIA MATCH's first year, the University System of Georgia schools saw a 10% increase in applications and a 6.2% rise in preliminary enrollment, while technical colleges experienced a 26% increase in applications and a 9.3% boost in enrollment.

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➤ The Georgia Cattlemen's Association is collaborating with organizations to provide relief for cattle farmers affected by Hurricane Helene. (More)

➤ Augusta: A dispute over Vienna sausages at a local nursing home escalated into a violent altercation, leading to one resident stabbing another. (More)

➤ Dunwoody: A new Vietnam War memorial was dedicated to honor the soldiers who served and sacrificed their lives. (More)

➤ Sandy Springs: The city has introduced a new safety plan to reduce crashes in high-risk areas. (More)

➤ Statewide: Georgia has seen a decline in fatal overdoses for the first time in two years, according to new data. The drop is being attributed to increased access to life-saving measures like naloxone. (More)

➤ Coffee County: Volunteers from Douglas First Methodist Church, which has become a central hub for relief efforts, are assisting residents impacted by Hurricane Helene by distributing over 1 million pounds of donated goods. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Falcons have designated starting linebacker Nate Landman for return from the injured reserve. Landman was a massive part of the Falcons’ defense last season, totaling 110 tackles and securing an interception. (More)

➤ Georgia senior wide receiver Colbie Young has been arrested on battery and assault charges. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Hawks have signed former first-round pick Tony Bradley. Bradley is a seven-year NBA veteran who should make an impact in the rebound game off the bench. (More)

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➤ Governor Kemp has authorized the issuance of $600 million in bonds to support affordable housing projects. (Details)

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➤ A Georgia man has been convicted of scamming NBA star Dwight Howard by falsely claiming to sell the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream franchise. (More)

➤ Georgia Tech is offering 14 free online courses covering a wide range of topics, from computer science to data analytics. (More)

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