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Political Rewind: Virus Crisis Disrupts Elections, But For How Long?

Thursday on Political Rewind , we’re joined by Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. We discussed his decision to postpone the presidential preference...

March 19, 2020
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
For the latest news updates, government information and resources, go to GPB.Org/Virus.

Tips To Stop COVID-19 Spread

GPB News understands it’s a stressful time and we want to help provide some of the best practices to help protect you and your family, as well as the...

March 19, 2020
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By:
  • Skylar Nicholson

State Sen. Brandon Beach Has Coronavirus, Legislature Asked To Quarantine

Members of the Georgia General Assembly are being asked to self-quarantine until the end of the month after State Sen. Brandon Beach (R-Alpharetta) told...

March 19, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Southwest Georgia COVID-19 Deaths Make 3 For State

Two people have died in Southwest Georgia from COVID-19, taking the statewide tally of deaths from the pandemic to three. A 42-year-old woman and a 69...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Grant Blankenship

Georgia Department of Corrections Employee Tests Positive For COVID-19

An employee at one of Georgia's state prisons has tested positive for COVID-19, the Georgia Department of Corrections said Wednesday. While the GDC did...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany is testing Georgians for COVID-19 with a drive-through.

Georgia Expands COVID-19 Testing, Though It Is Still Limited

More drive-thru testing facilities are opening in some Georgia communities but concerns remain over whether many of the state's residents have access to...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Sophia Saliby
Restaurants and bars in Savannah were gearing up for St. Patrick's Day, usually one of their busiest times. Instead, business is down and they're seeking help to weather the coronavirus crisis.

Savannah Restaurants, Bars: 'We Will Not Survive' Without Government Action

A group of restaurant and bar owners in Savannah is asking Gov. Brian Kemp for help getting through the coronavirus crisis. In an open letter, the...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Emily Jones
Although the Georgia Aquarium is currently closed to visitors over concerns about coronavirus, online visitors can still tune into their webcams.

Georgia Aquarium Goes Digital During Coronavirus

Although the Georgia Aquarium may be closed to visitors during the coronavirus outbreak, its fish and wildlife can still be observed online. The world's...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Sarah Rose

What You Need To Know: Coronavirus With Jaye Watson Featuring Dr. Toby Goldsmith

Across Georgia and the nation, schools and businesses are closed, major events have been canceled and millions of people have been ordered to work from...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Jaye Watson
Rep. Doug Collins (R-Gainesville) discusses coronavirus in Georgia.

Rep. Doug Collins: Take Coronavirus Seriously

Congressman Doug Collins says Georgians need to follow precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19, even if they feel healthy. The Gainesville...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
"Dot" is available for adoption through LifeLine Animal Project.

Metro Atlanta Animal Shelters Urgently Seek Adopters And Fosters During Pandemic

With no signs of COVID-19 slowing down any time soon, businesses and organizations are scurrying to find their new normal. LifeLine Animal Project...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Blis Savidge
Dominion ballot-marking devices are set up in a Paulding County polling place.

Could Coronavirus Affect Georgia’s Elections?

The spread of coronavirus is changing the way we vote in Georgia, coming at a critical time for elections officials. Voters are being encouraged to use...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Stephen Fowler

Georgia COVID-19 Cases Grow, Updated Test Numbers Released

There are 197 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Georgia as of noon Wednesday, March 18. In total, more than 1,500 tests have been performed by state and...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

What You Need To Know: Coronavirus With Virginia Prescott Featuring Dr. Colleen Kraft

Across Georgia and the nation, schools and businesses are closed, major events have been canceled and millions of people have been ordered to work from...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott
The Retreat at Canton as seen in 2018. An outbreak of COVID-19 was reported at the facility this week.

Residents In Isolation After COVID-19 Outbreak At Georgia Senior Living Community

Three residents and one employee of a senior living community in Canton are sick, and roughly 50 people are isolated, after COVID-19 appeared earlier...

March 18, 2020
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By:
  • Ellen Eldridge
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