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Local Matters Podcast

Local Matters by Janice Allen Jackson

Local and state governments, though often overshadowed by federal government, have tremendous impact on our quality of life. This podcast provides a valuable service by educating people on how to improve their own quality of life through civic engagement. Various organizations encourage residents to register and vote, but it does not appear that anyone is showing voters how to make good decisions when they do. It feels akin to hiring someone for a job without reviewing the job description. Local

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00:28:50

Midterm Election Results Part 1

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/11/09

The big midterm elections did not yield big surprises in the local and state races. We congratulate the winners, and explain why and how they pulled off their victories. We also delve into what it means in the end, particularly as it relates to our Richmond County Board of Education.

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00:32:17

It's Almost Election Day!

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/11/02

The state of Georgia offices of State School Superintendent and Secretary of State are on the November 8 ballot. For State School Superintendent, Democrat Alisha Thomas Searcy faces Republican incumbent Richard Woods. For Secretary of State, Libertarian Ted Metz faces Democrat Bee Nguyen and Republican incumbent Brad Raffensperger. Learn more so you can decide how to vote!

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00:31:29

Government by and for the People?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/10/26

Rev. Christopher G. Johnson, Executive Director of the Greater Augusta's Interfaith Coalition, talks about why we often don't get a government that we believe in. Do we as citizens hold elected officials accountable? Have we handed elected officials a blank check? Is this truly a representative democracy?

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00:30:00

Who is Running for State Representative District 130?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/10/19

The office of State Representative, District 130, is on the November 8 ballot. Democrat Lynn Gladney faces Republican Daniel Swenson. Learn which candidate can best represent you in the Georgia legislature.

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00:30:15

Who is Running for State Representative District 126?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/10/12

The state of Georgia office of State Representatives is on the November 8 ballot. Incumbent Democrat State Rep Gloria Frazier faces Republican William C Harris. Learn how their views are different in some ways and similar in others so that you can decide how you will vote. Also learn more about what this department does.

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00:30:17

Who is Running for Labor Commissioner?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/10/05

The state of Georgia office of Labor Commissioner is on the November 8 ballot. Democrat State Rep William Boddie faces Libertarian Emily Anderson. Learn how their views are different in some ways and similar in others so that you can decide how you will vote. Also, learn more about what this department does.

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00:31:03

Who is Running for Tax Commissioner?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/09/28

The Richmond County (GA) Tax Commissioner seat is on the November 8 ballot. T. Chris Johnson faces challengers Veronica Freeman Brown and Sanford Loyd. Learn how their views are different in some ways and similar in others so that you can decide which candidate to support.

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00:29:45

Who is Running for School Board District 2?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/09/21

The Richmond County (GA) Board of Education's District 2 seat is on the November 8 ballot. Charlie Hannah faces challengers Rev. Larry Fryer and Yiet Knight. Learn how their views are different in some ways and similar in others so that you can decide which candidate to support.

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00:30:34

Who is Running for School Board District 7?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/09/14

The Richmond County (GA) Board of Education's Super District 7 seat is on the November 8 ballot. Charles Walker Jr. faces challenger Brittiany Broadwater. Learn how their views are different in some ways and similar in others so that you can decide which candidate to support. We also have a special guest AK Hasan to describe the duties of school board members.

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00:29:06

Who is Running for School Board District 9?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/09/08

The Richmond County (GA) Board of Education's Super District 9 seat is on the November 8 ballot. Incumbent Venus Cain faces challenger Christopher Mulliens. Learn how their views are different in some ways and similar in others so that you can decide which candidate to support.

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00:28:03

It is Time for Midterm Elections with Host, Janice...

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/08/31

Today's episode is devoted to explaining the concept of mid-term elections -- which offices are on the Georgia and Richmond County ballots, and who has qualified to run in Richmond County. Local Matters is doing our research and helps you do yours!

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00:30:16

Another Public Health Emergency? with Dr. Lee Merchen

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/08/24

Dr. Lee Merchen, District 6 Health Director, Georgia Department of Public Health, joins us to discuss Monkeypox, what it is, where it came from, and how it is transmitted. She explains how to determine whether you need to be vaccinated. We also discussed the current variant of covid.

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00:29:56

Should we call 911 or 988? with Dawn Peel

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/08/17

Dawn Peel, Director of Crisis Coordination, Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, talks about what to do when someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis. Over 360,000 Georgians have some form of serious mental illness. Learn what to do, and what happens when you call for help.

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00:29:56

Caring for Special People with Ron Wakefield

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/08/13

Ron Wakefield, Director, Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities, of the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, discusses how Georgia cares for people with special needs.Some of us are not able to live independently, for a variety of reasons. DBHDD works with school systems and families to identify those who need services and to connect them to services through community based providers or through their state hospitals.

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00:34:45

I Live with Disability Everyday with Ann Knighton

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/08/03

Erica Knighton has resided at the Gracewood campus of the East Central Regional Hospital since 1975. Her mother, retired educator Ann Streetman Knighton, discusses her journey as a black, divorced, woman advocating not only for Erica, but for others with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Her advocacy has resulted in change for many, including the passage of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). She describes why in some instances, institutional settings are best.

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00:29:59

Being Your Voice, with Sheila Clark Nelson

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/07/27

State Representative Sheila Clark Nelson is completing her third term in the Georgia General Assembly. She has represented East and South Augusta in District 125, and did not seek reelection. She discusses key legislation passed this year, addressing mental health, financial aid for college students, and the professional licensing process for military spouses who are transferred to Georgia. She also describes a day in the life of a legislator.

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00:29:44

When Poverty Sends People to Jail with Dr. Donna Marain

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/07/20

A newcomer to Augusta, Dr. Marain has become a one woman band in watching what happens in Richmond County State Court. She sits through court sessions, and we can too. She also captures data and advocates for change in state laws which would relieve the enormous consequences that our most vulnerable neighbors face when they commit even relatively low level offenses. Learn more at https://www.augustajustice.org/.

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00:29:58

Is your DA Tough on Crime? or Smart on Crime? Part 2

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/07/13

Jared T. Williams, District Attorney of the Augusta Judicial Circuit, joins Local Matters for the final part of a two-part conversation. This episode focuses on the job of the District Attorney (the chief law enforcement officer of the circuit), and how he approaches it. He provides an explanation of the limitations of the criminal justice system that led him to run, and how he has worked with his staff to prosecute those types of cases that are of utmost importance to him.

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00:28:56

Is your DA Tough on Crime? or Smart on Crime? Part 1

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/07/06

Jared T. Williams, District Attorney of the Augusta Judicial Circuit, joins Local Matters for the first of a two part conversation. This episode focuses on the job of the District Attorney (the chief law enforcement official of the circuit), and how he approaches it. He provides an explanation of the limitations of the criminal justice system that led him to run, and how he has worked with his staff to prosecute those types of cases that are of utmost importance to him.

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00:28:30

What in the World is a Recall?

Local Matters Podcast ·

2022/06/29

Local Matters focuses on preparedness for elections. Today, we focus on what the options are when an elected official violates the oath of office or engages in misconduct. The term "recall" is often thrown around on the news or social media, but most people are not familiar with the particular steps a recall requires.

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