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DRUG SMUGGLING GOES FARM-TO-METH Authorities uncovered 1,600 pounds of methamphetamine hidden inside blackberry shipments at a Georgia distribution facility, marking one of the largest produce-based drug seizures in the region. Investigators say the drugs were tightly packaged and concealed among pallets of fresh blackberries, part of an increasingly common smuggling tactic using legitimate food shipments to move narcotics unnoticed. Officials noted this follows recent busts involving cucumbers, celery, and jalapeño peppers, signaling an organized pattern rather than isolated incidents. The meth was seized before reaching the public supply chain. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not yet released information on arrests or the shipment’s origin. #BreakingNews #DrugBust #Meth #Georgia #Smuggling

Jackson EMC’s $16M refund: What it means for us

Jackson EMC is sending out $16 million in refunds to over 200,000 current and former members this December—a real win for folks across ten Georgia counties. As a not-for-profit cooperative, Jackson EMC gives back any extra revenue to its members instead of keeping profits. That means if you’ve been a member, you could see a check in your mailbox soon. It’s a rare example of a utility putting money back in our pockets. How do you feel about this approach—should more companies follow suit? #Business #JacksonEMC #Georgia

Jackson EMC’s $16M refund brings holiday cheer

Jackson EMC members are getting a welcome surprise this December: over $16 million in refunds are headed to more than 200,000 households across North Georgia. As a not-for-profit cooperative, Jackson EMC returns extra revenue to its members instead of shareholders, and this year’s payout is especially timely with the holidays around the corner. Whether you’re a current or former member, keep an eye on your mailbox for a check that could help with those winter bills or holiday shopping. How do you plan to use your refund? Let’s hear your ideas! #Business #JacksonEMC #Georgia

Georgia car buyers: Watch for hidden fees!

A Georgia resident got a $4,100 refund after catching a dealership sneaking in illegal fees on his Honda CR-V purchase. He only realized the extra charges after getting home and comparing his receipt to the advertised price. Turns out, Georgia law says any non-government fees must be included upfront—so tacking them on later is a big no-no. Reporting the issue to the state led to a quick refund. If you’re buying a car in Georgia (or anywhere with similar rules), double-check your paperwork and speak up if something looks off. Have you ever found surprise fees at a dealership? #Cars #BuyingCar #Georgia

Missing Brenda Stapleton update #TexasNews #MissingPerson #Georgia #Georgia #LasVegas #California #NewsCoverage #News Missing out of Georgia maybe heading to Texas #Florida

A movie cottage comes to life in Georgia

Imagine stepping into your favorite holiday movie—now you actually can. A millennial home designer in Georgia spent nine months building a real-life replica of the iconic cottage from 'The Holiday,' and it’s become such a hit that bookings are full until 2026! Fans from all over are lining up to relive romcom magic, with stories of family reunions and nostalgia filling the guest book. The attention to detail is wild—even the quirks of the movie set were recreated. Would you pay $499 a night to stay in a place built on movie dreams? #Home #TheHolidayCottage #Georgia

Everyone, PLEASE get this straight: Funding #SNAP has *NOTHING* to do with the federal government #shutdown. They are two entirely different issues. • The emergency funds to pay SNAP benefits are ALREADY IN the USDA's current, eexistingbudget. The $5 Billion is there, in the #USDA account, ready to be distributed to states. Trump and Republicans refuse to authorize it. Trump even removed the text from the #OMB and USDA websites that say so. • #Georgia is sitting on $21.5 Billion OF OUR tax dollars in surplus and rainy day funds. Gov. Kemp refuses to use any of it to pay for the 1.4 Million Georgians who rely on SNAP to feed their families. His excuse is that if we use tax money to help the people who paid the taxes, it will lead to a chain reaction of other Georgians expecting our state government to help them. What gall! Taxpayers expecting their taxes to benefit taxpayers! #SNAPBenefits #SNAPLife #SNAPTalk