Thursday, May 14, 2026 News from Scott Ryfun
The front gate at FLETC was closed for part of the day yesterday due to an emailed bomb threat. Glynn County law enforcement and Camden law enforcement were called to help address the situation. By early afternoon, the facility had reopened. No word on what, if anything, was found or if anyone was detained. Governor…
Read MoreKemp calls special session for redistricting and to resolve QR code voting issue
By Ty Tagami Bureau Chief Capitol Beat News Service ATLANTA — Georgia lawmakers will return to the state Capitol on June 17 to contend with two election-related issues under an order signed Wednesday by Gov. Brian Kemp. The proclamation requires the General Assembly to convene for a special session to consider redrawing legislative districts, pointing…
Read MoreBurn ban lifted
Glynn County Fire Rescue has announced the burn ban for Glynn County has been lifted as of today – May 12. With improving weather conditions in the area, and in conjunction with the Governor’s termination of the statewide bum ban, Glynn County is lifting the temporary fire safety restrictions imposed by the Temporary Administrative Order…
Read MoreAward winning film at SoGlo Theatre May 15 and 16
Georgia filmmaker Aaron Strand’s award-winning film “Withdrawal” will be shown at SoGlo theatre in Brunswick for a two-night engagement Friday and Saturday, May 15 and 16. Aaron wrote the film based on his own experiences with addiction, and he will be at the theatre for a live Q&A and a post-show meet-and-greet with the audience.…
Read MoreGeorgia schools caught in nationwide Canvas hack as extortion threat emerges
Capitol Beat Weekly Digest By Ty Tagami Capitol Beat News Service A shadowy group claimed to have hacked Canvas, disrupting schools and colleges across the country that use the learning platform, including in Georgia. Schools rely on the digital hub for submitting assignments, checking grades and communication between students and instructors. The Utah-based company Instructure…
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City of Brunswick meetings week of May 11
• Wednesday, May 13, 5:15 p.m. Planning & Appeals Commission – Historic City Hall, Newcastle St. 2nd floor (Discussion will include the MUCCH waiver application and data centers draft.)
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Glynn County Meetings week of May 11, 2026
• Monday, May 11, 1:30 p.m. – BATS Technical Coordinating Committee – Pate Bldg. Room 216 • Tuesday, May 12, 2 p.m. Board of Elections – BOE Building, Gloucester St. • Wednesday, May 13, 2 p.m. Bid opening – Pate Bldg. Room 224. (Live Streamed) • Thursday, May 14, 10 a.m. Zoning Board of Appeals…
Read More10th Annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon June 26
The 10th Annual First Responders Appreciation Lunch is scheduled for Friday, June 26 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. All proceeds go to the Brunswick Fire Department. To help as a sponsor: Gold Sponsor – $1,000 – Name on radio, tent space, banner Silver Sponsor – $500 – Name on tent space and banner Bronz…
Read MoreElection Information
May 19, 2026 General Primary April 20. Voter Registration Deadline April 27 Early Voting Begins May 8. Absentee Request Deadline May 15. Early Voting Ends May 19 Election Day June 16 Runoff – if necessary November 3, 2026 – General Election October 5 – Voter Registration Deadline October 13 Early Voting Begins October 23 …
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