Ossoff and Collins Face Off

Democrat U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Republican challenger U.S. Rep. Mike Collins outlined starkly different views on the best federal policies for Georgia in their first debate, clashing on the economy, immigration, health care, and more.

Beyond policy differences, Collins criticized Ossoff for what he described as the senator’s personal attacks on Collins’ family members and staff, saying, “That’s my family. That’s the craziness that Jon Ossoff has been spewing out there,” and noted last week’s arrest of a New York man who allegedly threatened him and his son-in-law. Collins said he condemns racism, antisemitism, and hate. Ossoff’s campaign has said the senator condemns threats of violence.

The candidates discussed the Middle East, with Ossoff calling for an end to the war with Iran and accusing Israeli forces of violating the law of armed conflict and international humanitarian law in prosecuting the war in Gaza. Collins said President Trump was within his rights to take action to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.

A panel of Gray Media journalists from around the state questioned the candidates during the hour-long debate. You can watch the full debate here.

  Hyundai Transys Adds 320 Jobs

Hyundai Transys will invest nearly $560 million to expand its hybrid car powertrain manufacturing operations in West Point, creating 320 new jobs.

The project at 6801 Kia Parkway includes upgrades to two existing plants and construction of a third. The company already supports about 1,250 jobs in the community.

“This additional investment marks an important milestone that demonstrates Hyundai Transys’ firm commitment to our long-term partnership with the state of Georgia,” said Jaekyun Choi, president of Hyundai Transys Georgia Powertrain.

West Point Mayor Steve Tramell said retaining and adding jobs reflects the strength of the city’s automotive industry.

Storm Threatens Weekend Plans

Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring heavy rain, gusty winds, and possible tornadoes to Georgia this weekend after it makes landfall on the northern Gulf Coast late Friday or early Saturday.

Gov. Brian Kemp issued a state of emergency in preparation for the storm. Organizers canceled the Macon Beer Fest on Saturday, and many high school football games were rescheduled from tonight.

Saturday night’s football game between No. 2 Georgia and No. 6 Alabama remained scheduled. Alabama declared a state of emergency in 40 counties, including Tuscaloosa County. President Trump, who planned to attend, said he’s unsure whether he’ll go because of the weather.

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➤ Tybee Island: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will help fund replenishment of the island’s beach sand this winter. State and local funds will cover 40% of the $20 million cost. (More)

➤ Statewide: An elections data analyst for a state GOP task force warned that tens of thousands of potentially illegal ballots could be cast next month by people no longer living at their addresses of record. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger dismissed the figures. (More)

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➤ Ahead of Wednesday’s Atlanta Braves game, the foster mother of Braves pitcher Ray Kerr shared his journey to the majors. (More)

➤ At least 20 south Georgia high school football games were played Thursday night after being moved up from Friday ahead of Isaias. (More)

➤ Georgia Southern (2-3, 1-0 Sun Belt) hosts unbeaten James Madison (5-0) Saturday at Paulson Stadium. (More)

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➤ Columbia County music teacher Melissa Blizzard was honored in Nashville as one of 30 CMA Foundation Music Teachers of Excellence nationwide, with honorees receiving a recorded video message from the late Dolly Parton. (More)

➤ State school superintendent Richard Woods visited Coastal Middle School to present John Hancock banners to five Chatham County schools recognized for students’ cursive writing proficiency. (More)

➤ Fall colors are beginning to emerge across North Georgia, though leaf-peepers planning weekend trips may contend with rain and wind from Isaias. (More)

➤ Atlanta police unveiled 15 new e-bikes to extend officers’ patrol range and visibility along the BeltLine, an initiative co-sponsored by Pedego and local bike shops. Students from an after-school program helped assemble the e-bikes. (More)

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What’s your rainy-day plan if stormy weather hits?

1. Movie marathon
2. Sports on TV 
3. Chores
4. Other

Yesterday’s Results:

What’s your favorite exhibit at the Georgia National Fair?

1. Livestock shows: 46%
2. Georgia Grown Building: 26%
3. Fine arts: 15%
4. Other: 13%

In what year did the Atlanta Dream last reach the WNBA Finals?

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