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Low voter turnout during Georgia’s presidential primary

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March 12, 2024

Low voter turnout during Georgia’s presidential primary

SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – Poll workers at a precinct in Savannah say just a few people are turning out for the presidential preference primary on Tuesday.

Across the state of Georgia, there was about a 65 percent decrease in early voter turnout compared to the presidential primary election in 2020.

Only about 8,000 of the more than 230,000 registered voters in Chatham County voted early or cast an absentee ballot. That’s only about 3 percent.

When WTOC spoke with election officials leading up to primary day in Georgia, they were hopeful for a higher turnout at the polls on Tuesday. That was before republican candidate Nikki Hayley dropped out.

A poll manager at the Jewish Educational Alliance said this might be the lowest number of voters she’s ever seen.

“Some mornings we’ll have a line before we open the door and at lunch time, we’ll have a rush and then we have a break, and then after that, then we have a rush,” poll manager Jeanette Cooper said. “But this is the slowest because when I came in the morning time to set up, I said, ‘where’s my people.’ I didn’t see none today.”

An assistant political science professor at Georgia Southern University said there’s a few reasons behind that drop.

First, she says in 2020, we didn’t know who the democratic candidate would be driving more people to the polls.

She also says in 2020, a lot of people were voting through an absentee ballot, which is something we saw less of this year.

Because voters already know who the likely front runners are in this race, President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, she says that’s leading to lower turnout.

However, she said it’s still important to cast your vote, especially because Georgia is viewed as a swing state.

“What the primaries do, is it sort of gives the campaigns some indication of how they’ll do in the state, or where they will do well. And so, one of the reasons why it’s important to go out and vote and so that then the candidates will have some idea of how they’re going to do and what they need to do to fix any weaknesses in their campaign moving forward,” Kimberly Martin said.

Martin says each candidate will be viewing the state of Georgia as a huge prize this presidential election, and based on results Tuesday night, it will give them a clearer view of who might be able to win the Peach State.

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Trump extends red snapper fishing in 4 states, including GA. How long?

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May 5, 2026

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Trump extends red snapper fishing in 4 states, including GA. How long?

Georgia was already going to see plenty of anglers this summer, but now they have even more reason to go fishing this season.

On Friday, President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that his administration approved state permits for the 2026 red snapper season with much larger windows for fishing.

“For years, our Great Fishermen have been punished with very short federal fishing seasons despite record high fish populations and the states begging to oversee these permits,” Trump wrote. “We love and respect our fishermen and, unlike the Democrats, will only do good for them.”

When is Georgia red snapper season 2026?

Georgia anglers will be able to fish for red snapper from July 1 through Aug. 31. The state’s department of natural resources said via news release that, traditionally, the season has been limited to just a few days due to data uncertainty. But, if Georgia can show proficiency in data collection, the longer season could be extended for two more years.

Red snapper fishing laws

Anglers may keep only one red snapper per day. They must register their trips prior to departure using the Georgia DNR app, which will be released at a later date. They must also report their catch within 24 hours.

Georgia DNR coastal resources director Doug Haymans said “This is a major step forward for Georgia anglers….If anglers want longer, more reliable seasons, we need better data—and that comes directly from them. Reporting through the app is how anglers can help shape the future of red snapper fishing in Georgia.”

Reactions to expanded red snapper fishing season

Gov. Brian Kemp said on his social media platforms “Thank you to President Trump for putting the power to conserve and manage this key fish population back where it belongs – in the hands of those who know the region best. Looking forward to Red Snapper season opening soon!”

Florida and the Carolinas’ governors have shared similar statements of excitement and praise.

However, when these moves were being considered in February, the US-based advocacy group Ocean Conservancy put out a statement of opposition, writing as a group “Overfishing drove the red snapper population to just 11% of its historical abundance; in response, seasons were reduced as part of a rebuilding plan set to last through 2044. These new exemptions risk undermining the progress made to restore this stock and allow sustainable fishing opportunities.”

Where are red snapper in Georgia?

According to NOAA, red snapper are generally found 30-620 feet deep in the Gulf of America and along the east coast. They are rare north of the Carolinas.

Larval red snapper swim freely within the water column. Juveniles live in shallow waters over sandy or muddy bottom habitat. Adults live on the bottom, usually near hard structures on continental shelf that have moderate to high relief (rocks, ledges, reefs, etc), sloping soft-bottom areas, and limestone deposits.

What do red snapper eat?

Red snapper eat fish, shrimp, crab, worms, cephalopods (octopus or squid), and some plankton (tiny floating plants and animals).

Best way to cook red snapper

Chef and host of Travel Channel’s “Bizarre Foods” Andrew Zimmern posted a video on TikTok of a recipe idea using red snapper:

How big are red snapper?

Red snapper may grow up to 40 inches long and weighing up to 50 pounds.

Miguel Legoas is a Deep South Connect Team Reporter for USA Today. Find him on Instagram @miguelegoas and email at mlegoas@gannett.com.

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Could Georgia baseball win the SEC for the first time in almost 20 years?

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May 4, 2026

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Could Georgia baseball win the SEC for the first time in almost 20 years?

This Georgia baseball team excels when it’s threatened, shortstop Kolby Branch says.

It dominated during a brutal conference road stretch in April, then didn’t let up when returning home to Foley Field.

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Mostly sunny today; Rain returns Wednesday night, Thursday

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May 4, 2026

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Mostly sunny today; Rain returns Wednesday night, Thursday

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — High pressure is keeping North Georgia in a dry pattern through Tuesday, but a cold front approaching from the northwest will bring a chance of showers and thunderstorms back to the region by Wednesday and Thursday.

Your Next Two Days: Enjoy the Sunshine

Today will feature mostly sunny skies with highs climbing into the upper 70s in north Georgia. Light southwest winds will keep conditions comfortable for outdoor activities. Overnight lows will dip into the 50s.

Tuesday will see increasing clouds as the next weather system approaches from the northwest, but the day will remain dry. Highs will reach the upper 70s to middle 80s, with lows Tuesday night in the upper 50s to low 60s.

Forecast highs today(Atlanta News First)

Midweek Changes: Showers and Storms Return

The pattern shifts dramatically Wednesday and Thursday as a cold front moves through the region. Models show good agreement that instability will build during the day Wednesday, with temperatures climbing into the low to mid 80s and dewpoints rising into the low 60s.

Shower and thunderstorm chances will increase Wednesday and Thursday, with rain and storms in northwest Georgia by 8 p.m. Wednesday evening.

The rain will overspread all of north Georgia after midnight and continue through your entire Thursday morning commute.

Thursday is a First Alert Weather Day for rain and storms in the morning.

The rain is expected to move out around lunch on Thursday.

Forecast map for 7 a.m. Thursday(Atlanta News First)

The Weekend Outlook

Cooler air will follow the frontal passage on Thursday, with highs dropping into the 70s Friday and Saturday. Overnight lows will dip into the 40s and low 50s.

Our next best chance of rain after Thursday will be on Mother’s Day.

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