Final debate for U.S. Senate Dem candidates

A final debate was held yesterday between the two Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate, ahead of next Tuesday’s primary runoff. DeKalb County CEO Vernon Jones and former state lawmaker Jim Martin sparred over each other’s votes in recent presidential elections and the February primary. The two also questioned each other’s ability to challenge Republican incumbent Saxby Chambliss in November. Tuesday’s Senate debate was hosted by GPB.

Federal money near for Georgia water projects

Over 127-million dollars could be on the way to Georgia for critical infrastructure projects. The U.S. Senate on Monday passed water resources legislation—-it now goes to President Bush for his signature. Georgia Republican Senator Johnny Isakson was a member of the committee that penned the compromise on the bill.

Georgia’s share of the money would include over 80-million dollars for numerous municipal infrastructure projects across the state. Specific projects include 10-million dollars for Savannah Riverfront development.