Georgia NOW News for Thursday March 12, 2026

A tornado watch is in effect for parts of central and east-central Georgia as strong storms move across the state. The National Weather Service says communities including Macon, Warner Robins and Milledgeville could see wind gusts up to 60 miles per hour, heavy rain and possible isolated tornadoes. Travelers are also being urged to arrive early at airports as severe weather and a partial federal government shutdown create delays.

In northwest Georgia, the special election for the 14th Congressional District is heading to a runoff on April 7. Democrat Sean Harris will face Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller after neither candidate secured a majority in the crowded race.

Residents in Sandy Springs may soon see a change in their mailing address after the U.S. Postal Service approved listing Sandy Springs instead of Atlanta as the default city name for most local ZIP codes. City leaders say the change could help reduce tax confusion and ensure proper sales tax distribution.

Meanwhile, Henry County declared a local state of emergency over the weekend and imposed a curfew for minors to prevent a planned “teen takeover” organized on social media.

And Georgia craft brewers continue pushing lawmakers to loosen alcohol distribution laws, arguing the state’s three-tier system and limits on direct sales restrict small breweries’ growth compared with other states.

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