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Voices Rising in Loganville: Elections, Schools, and Taxes
Voices Rising in Loganville: Elections, Schools, and Taxes
This week’s edition spotlights the candidates shaping Loganville’s upcoming election, a free disability screening offered by Walton County Schools for preschoolers, and a citizen-led petition drive challenging the county’s tax hike. Stay informed on the issues that matter most to our community.
Loganville News and Events
Sep 5, 2025
Trivia Question❓What restaurant chain was founded in the area in 1988? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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🎸Luther Vandross Tribute With Darryl Peek
🚶♀️ Saturday Evening Hike @ Harbins Park
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🏞️ Sunday 5‑6 Mile Tribble Mill Woods Trail Hike
Quick 7-Day Weather Forecast for Loganville, GA
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Loganville’s municipal election lineup is now final, as qualifying closed Wednesday with two candidates entering the mayor’s race and six contenders vying for three at-large City Council seats.
Current Councilman Branden Whitfield will face community member John Soesbe in the race to replace Mayor Skip Baliles, who is stepping down.
Whitfield opted not to seek another council term to pursue the mayor’s office.
For the City Council, incumbent Melanie Long is joined by Wesley Johnson, Toyin Wakil Olaoluwa, Joseph Bastian, Keith Colquitt, and Joanne Byrne in the contest for three seats.
Longtime Councilwoman Anne Huntsinger is not seeking re-election this year.
Voters must register by October 6, with early voting to begin October 14.
Election Day is November 4, and local residents will cast ballots at their usual county or city locations. Read More... |
Quote Of The Day |
"The art of art, the glory of expression, and the sunshine of the light of letters, is simplicity." - Walt Whitman |
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Walton County School District will offer a free disability screening for children ages 3 to 5 on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Appointments are required for this important service, which aims to identify young children who might need special education or related support.
The screenings assess speech and language, motor skills, vision and hearing, and overall learning development.
Parents or guardians with concerns about their child’s growth or abilities are urged to schedule an appointment.
For details and to reserve a spot, contact Melanie Cooksey at 770-266-4502.
This initiative helps ensure local children are connected with vital services early on, giving them the best start possible in school and life. Read More... |
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A determined group of Walton County residents rallied on the steps of the Historic Courthouse, urging county leaders to roll back a recent 19.55% property tax hike.
Though fewer than 20 protestors gathered, they delivered over 3,300 petition signatures in just six days, reflecting widespread frustration with the county’s decision.
The grassroots group Walton In Action led the petition drive, hoping to pressure commissioners into calling a special meeting before the new rate takes effect September 1.
Residents expressed anger that their voices were being dismissed, and several criticized the Board—especially Chairman David Thompson—for what they called a lack of transparency and respect.
Many questioned the justification for the increase, including cited jail operating costs.
Despite community efforts, the required votes to reverse the hike are lacking, but opponents vowed to keep fighting for local taxpayers. Read More... |
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