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August 18, 2026

Chattooga County Paying GMASS More Than $158,000 Annually For Property Assessment Services

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Chattooga County is paying a private company more than $158,000 per year for property assessment services, according to information obtained through an open records request and reported by AllOnGeorgia.

March 29, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Georgia Bill Targeting Mugshot Websites Raises Concerns From Press Advocates

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A bill moving through the Georgia Legislature aims to crack down on websites that profit from mugshots and graphic public records, but it is also raising concerns among free speech advocates and news organizations.