Lawmakers Pass Bill Establishing Internal Auditor for Cherokee Schools

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Publish Date: April 11th 

  

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1. Lawmakers Pass Bill Establishing Internal Auditor for Cherokee Schools 
2. Reinhardt to Move Nursing School to Main Campus in Waleska 
3. Driver’s License Deadline Approaching 

 

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STORY 1:   Lawmakers Pass Bill Establishing Internal Auditor for Cherokee Schools 

A bill to establish an internal auditor for the Cherokee County Board of Education has passed the Georgia General Assembly and awaits Gov. Brian Kemp’s approval. Sponsored by Rep. Jordan Ridley, HB 845 aims to enhance transparency and accountability in school district budgets. The auditor, a certified professional with five years of experience, would conduct comprehensive audits, including financial and operational reviews. The bill follows recent school board actions to address financial concerns, including audits related to the state’s floating homestead property tax exemption, which could have cost the district $50 million over three years. 

STORY 2:  Reinhardt to Move Nursing School to Main Campus in Waleska 

Reinhardt University is relocating its Dr. John A. Cauble School of Nursing and Health Sciences from Jasper to its main campus in Waleska by fall 2025. The move, funded by Dr. John A. Cauble and Sally Forest, aims to foster program growth, student engagement, and academic support. Established in 2017 and accredited in 2019, the nursing school has thrived, with its latest cohort achieving a 100% NCLEX pass rate for the third consecutive year. The relocation follows enrollment shifts and space reassessments, marking a new chapter for the program while maintaining ties to Pickens County. 

STORY 3:   Driver’s License Deadline Approaching 

Starting May 7, U.S. travelers will need a REAL ID or another acceptable form of identification to board domestic flights. Georgia began issuing REAL ID-compliant licenses in 2012, but those who recently moved or haven’t renewed their license should check for a gold or black star in the upper right corner of their ID. If it’s missing, schedule an appointment with the Department of Driver Services to avoid long lines as the deadline approaches. The REAL ID Act, passed in 2005, aims to enhance security and reduce identity fraud. Visit a state-approved office to apply if needed. 

 

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