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Clara Jennings
Clara Jennings
Bureau Chief · Augusta, GA
Clara Jennings is a seasoned journalist with over 15 years of experience covering local government and public policy in Augusta. She holds a Master's degree in Public Affairs from the University of Georgia and previously worked at the Augusta Chronicle, where she honed her investigative skills. Clara is known for her commitment to transparency and accountability in local governance.
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BURKE COUNTY, Ga. (WJBF) – Burke County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday night to object to the City of Hephzibah’s proposal to annex approximately 554 acres of land currently located in Burke County. The decision came after weeks of concerns from people in the community about the proposed annexation and what it could mean for the [...]
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