Georgia
Georgia’s Sen. Warnock raises $13.6M in 2022′s first quarter
ATLANTA – Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock says his fundraising has set a brand new document as Georgia’s Senate marketing campaign shapes as much as be certainly one of this 12 months’s costliest races.
Warnock reported Thursday that he raised $13.6 million within the first three months of 2022, outpacing what was already a hefty $9.8 million raised within the final three months of 2021.
The senator’s marketing campaign stated it was probably the most cash ever raised by a U.S. Senate candidate within the first quarter of an election 12 months, giving Warnock $25.6 million in money readily available.
Warnock is a heavy favourite to defeat Tamara Johnson-Shealey within the Democratic main. Republican Herschel Walker is the frontrunner amongst six GOP candidates within the Might 24 main. Libertarian Chase Oliver may also be on the final election poll in November.
Walker has been elevating giant quantities of cash as effectively, however has trailed Warnock up to now, accumulating $5.4 million within the final three months of 2021.
Georgia will probably be a key battleground in these 2022 midterm elections to find out which occasion controls the U.S. Senate. Republicans had lengthy dominated statewide races till Georgia helped elect Joe Biden to the presidency and enabled Democrats to regulate the Senate by electing Warnock and fellow Democrat Jon Ossoff in a January 2021 runoff.
Warnock, pastor of the Atlanta church the place the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. preached, grew to become Georgia’s first Black U.S. senator after successful a particular election in 2020 to fill the unexpired time period of Republican Sen. Johnny Isakson, who stepped down due to failing well being. Isakson died in December.
The senator is already spending closely, though particulars gained’t be accessible till Warnock information his report with the Federal Election Fee. Regardless of the large fundraising quarter, Warnock’s money readily available rose solely by $2.6 million.
With inflation partly driving adverse ballot numbers for Biden and Democrats, Warnock has been making an attempt to deal with rising costs, pushing a federal fuel tax vacation, a $35-a-month value cap on insulin, and proposing that states ought to be allowed to make use of federal COVID-19 aid cash to quickly roll again gross sales taxes on some items.
“From preventing to cap the price of insulin and decrease costs on the fuel pump to pushing for scholar mortgage debt aid, Rev. Warnock’s dedication to serving the folks of Georgia continues to drive the most important grassroots fundraising effort in any Senate race this cycle,” marketing campaign supervisor Quentin Fulks stated in an announcement.
Warnock’s marketing campaign stated it acquired donations from 183,000 people.
Walker, a political newcomer, is a soccer icon after successful the Heisman Trophy on the College of Georgia and happening to star within the NFL. Walker is shut buddies with Donald Trump, who has endorsed Walker and is selling his run.
Warnock raised greater than $125 million for his 2020 Senate race, based on FEC experiences. Within the 2022 marketing campaign cycle, he has raised greater than $65 million to date.
Different candidates within the GOP main embrace Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black, Navy veteran and former financial institution government Latham Saddler, development firm proprietor Kelvin King, former state Rep. Josh Clark and former Military common Jonathan “Jon” McColumn. Not one of the Republicans had introduced numbers as of Thursday.
Matt Painter talks about Kam Jones’ triple-double at Marquette
The Boilermakers coach expresses his admiration for the Golden Eagles’ program.
So Marquette men’s basketball fans, your Golden Eagles are ranked No. 15 in the country and coming off of a dominant 76-58 victory over No. 6 Purdue.
You can’t wait to watch the next game, right?
Do you want the bad news or the worse news first?
The bad news is the Marquette-Georgia game on Saturday morning is only available through a sports streaming service.
The worse news is that it’s going to cost most viewers about $20 to watch the game.
Because the Marquette-Georgia game in the Bahamas is not a Big East, SEC, ESPN or Fox sponsored event, the game is only available through the streaming service FLO Sports. It doesn’t offer a free trial and regular subscriptions cost $19.99 a month. There’s a discount for students.
Marquette and Georgia are 5-0 heading into Saturday, but the Golden Eagles have played a tougher schedule.
Here’s how to watch and listen to the game:
What channel is Marquette vs Georgia on today?
- Stream: You can stream the game through FLO Sports, which requires a subscription. Subscriptions start at $19.99 a month. A student subscription costs $9.99 a month.
- Announcers: Evan Stockton (play-by-play) and Lexi Ayala (analyst) are calling the action.
Marquette vs Georgia time today
- Date: Saturday, Nov. 23
- Time: 10 a.m. CT
The Marquette vs. Georgia game starts at 10 a.m. at Imperial Arena in Nassau, Bahamas.
How can I listen to Marquette vs Georgia on the radio?
- The game’s on ESPN Milwaukee WKTI FM-94.5 in Milwaukee, plus WCUB 980 AM in Two Rivers, WDLB 1450 AM in Marshfield, WSCO 95.3 FM/1570 AM in Appleton and WSCO 99.1 FM in Oshkosh.
- Steve “Homer” True (play-by-play) and Tony Smith (analyst) will call the game.
Is Marquette vs Georgia on SiriusXM Radio?
Yes, the Marquette broadcast is on Channel 390. The Georgia broadcast is available on the Sirius app.
Marquette vs Georgia odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Friday
- ODDS: Marquette -6.5
- O/U: 152.5
Marquette Golden Eagles basketball schedule 2024-25
All times Central
- Nov. 4: Marquette 102, Stony Brook 62 | Box score | 1-0
- Nov. 8: Marquette 82, George Mason 63 | Box score | 2-0
- Nov. 11: Marquette 70, Central Michigan 62 | Box score | 3-0
- Nov. 15: Marquette 78, Maryland 74 | Box score | 4-0
- Nov. 19: Marquette 76, Purdue 58 | Box score | 5-0
- Nov. 23: vs. Georgia in Nassau, Bahamas, 10 a.m.
- Nov. 27: Stonehill, 8 p.m.
- Nov. 30: Western Carolina, 1 p.m.
- Dec. 4: at Iowa State, 7 p.m.
- Dec. 7: Wisconsin, 12:30 p.m.
- Dec. 14: at Dayton, 6 p.m.
- Dec. 18: Butler, 8 p.m.
- Dec. 21: at Xavier, 11 a.m.
- Dec. 31: at Providence, 5 p.m.
- Jan. 3: Creighton, 8 p.m.
- Jan. 7: Georgetown, 7 p.m.
- Jan. 14: at DePaul, 6 p.m.
- Jan. 18: Xavier, 1 p.m.
- Jan. 21: at Seton Hall, 7 p.m.
- Jan. 24: Villanova, 6 p.m.
- Jan. 28: at Butler, 7:30 p.m.
- Feb. 1: UConn, 7 p.m.
- Feb. 4: at St. John’s, 5:30 p.m.
- Feb. 8: at Creighton, 1 p.m.
- Feb. 11: DePaul, 7:30 p.m.
- Feb. 18: Seton Hall, 8 p.m.
- Feb. 21: at Villanova, 6 p.m.
- Feb. 25: Providence, 6 p.m.
- March 1: at Georgetown, 7 p.m.
- March 5: at UConn, 7:30 p.m.
- March 8: St. John’s, TBA
- March 12-15: Big East tournament, New York
- Record: 5-0
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This Thanksgiving, want something a little different to wash down your meal? If so, there’s a new beverage you might like to try.
On Wednesday, Wynk announced the statewide debut of its THC-infused seltzers. According to the company’s news release, Wynk delivers a refreshing social experience with a balanced 1:1 ratio of THC and CBD using high-quality manufacturing standards.
The drink comes in a variety of flavors including “Black Cherry Fizz,” “Lime Twist,” “Juicy Mango,” and “Tangerine.” They come in 7.5 oz cans with 2.5mg of THC and CBD and 12 oz cans with 5mg of each. The prices are as follows:
- 6-Pack: 2.5mg $24.99; 5mg $35.99
- 12-Pack: 2.5mg $44.99; 5mg $67.99
- 24-Pack: 2.5mg $89.99; 5mg $129.99
Products like these may be legally sold due to Congress legalizing hemp production in the 2018 Farm Bill, according to a press release on Georgia’s Hemp Farming Act. Hemp is a cannabis plant that naturally contains small amounts of the psychoactive cannabinoid delta-9 THC, along with other natural cannabinoids that may be used for medicinal purposes. Under Georgia’s new legislation, products that contain these kinds of ingredients are restricted those 21 and older.
Wynk is being sold in a variety of stores across Georgia like Chevron, Circle K, and BP. To find your nearest store that sells it, go to drinkwynk.com/find-in-stores.
ATLANTA – The White House is honoring former President Jimmy Carter this Christmas with his own ornament, and Georgians can get their own for their tree.
The ornament is in the shape of an anchor, a symbol of hope that also represents Carter’s service in the U.S. Navy.
It also features historic moments from Carter’s life and presidency and comes with a keepsake box and illustrated booklet on Carter’s presidency.
“It is a great honor to offer the Official 2024 White House Christmas Ornament at Home Depot stores for the first time in Georgia,” said Stewart McLaurin, president of the White House Historical Association. “This year we pay tribute to President Jimmy Carter’s remarkable life and enduring legacy as he continues to be a fixture in our country’s ongoing history.”
Shoppers can find the ornament at around 60 Home Depot stores across Georgia and in the Washington, D.C. area.
You can also buy the ornament on The Home Depot’s website.
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