Wawa, a beloved convenience store chain, is expanding its footprint to Georgia, with its first store opening in Bainbridge on November 14th, 2024. The grand opening event will feature special festivities, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and a celebration of community partnerships. Wawa’s expansion plans for Georgia are ambitious, with the company aiming to open 26+ stores in the next 5-8 years.
Goa’s tourism department is launching an aggressive campaign to attract international travelers. They are sending a delegation to Poland, Georgia, and Kazakhstan to host roadshows, showcasing the state’s beauty and unique offerings. The initiative aims to increase Goa’s global visibility and attract tourists amidst growing competition from Southeast Asian destinations.
A Georgia judge has ruled against several controversial election rules implemented by the state’s election board, potentially impacting the tight 2024 presidential race. The decision, which overturned rules including the requirement for hand-counted ballots, could significantly influence the outcome in this key battleground state.
Former President Donald Trump is holding a town hall event in Georgia with an all-female audience, focusing on issues impacting women, while Vice President Kamala Harris is set to have her first formal Fox News interview. Both events come as the 2024 presidential election heats up, with Georgia emerging as a key battleground state.
Russian TikTok star Arina Glazunova tragically died after falling in an underpass in Tbilisi, Georgia. The incident, captured on video, has sparked safety concerns about the structure, with many questioning the lack of adequate guardrails. Authorities maintain that the underpass meets safety standards from the Soviet era when it was built.
Georgia’s parliament has passed a law restricting LGBTQ rights, banning gender transitions, pride marches, and LGBTQ symbols. Despite the president’s objections, the ruling party, Georgian Dream, pushed through the legislation, citing the protection of the Orthodox Christian church as justification. Critics view the law as an attempt to appeal to conservative voters before the October 26 election.
A Fulton County judge in Georgia has overturned the state’s ‘Heartbeat’ abortion law, which banned abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. The judge ruled that the law was unconstitutional, effectively restoring abortion rights to their pre-Roe v. Wade status in the state. This decision comes after the Georgia Supreme Court upheld the law in October 2023.
Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, has ravaged Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, leaving at least 28 dead and millions without power. The storm caused significant damage, with recovery efforts ongoing across impacted areas. Investors are closely watching companies like Duke Energy, Generac Holdings, and major insurance providers for financial impacts.
President Biden has signed an executive order aimed at reducing gun violence in the wake of a deadly school shooting in Georgia. The order focuses on investigating the impact of active shooter drills on students and teachers, and addressing the threat of machine gun conversion devices and 3D-printed guns. Meanwhile, the incident has sparked a wave of threats across the US, resulting in the arrest of hundreds of students.
Transavia France is connecting Paris Orly Airport to Tbilisi, Georgia, with a new direct flight route starting April 9, 2025. This exciting development offers travelers a convenient and direct way to explore the rich culture, history, and landscapes of the Caucasus region.
