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VA rescinded the medication based disability rating rule after backlash, but the broader VA disability rewrite remains active. Veterans should keep watching the next round of criteria changes closely.
From Savannah to Statesboro, these 10 Spring 2026 community events spotlight parades, art, music, culture, family fun, and local pride across Chatham, Effingham, Bryan, Liberty, and Bulloch this year.
Open source reporting shows recurring hit and run crashes in Chatham County, with many victims walking or biking. This summary highlights what is known, what is unknown, and what residents can do now.
A significant shift in how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) calculates disability compensation took effect this week, potentially affecting millions of veterans. On February 17, 2026, the VA published an interim final rule that requires medical examiners to account for the “improving effects” of medication when determining a veteran’s disability rating. The rule, titled “Evaluative Rating: Impact of Medication”
A growing number of retired men face identity loss, isolation, and increased health risks after leaving the workforce.
Cybercrime is rising across Georgia, impacting families, retirees, and small businesses. Learn the warning signs and where to report scams fast.
Police are warning Chatham County residents after a woman lost more than $76,000 in a phone scam that relied on fear and urgency.
City officials warn Pooler residents about fraudulent emails impersonating local government departments and demanding payment or personal information.
A historic shift in Georgia property law is underway. HB 1035 proposes to end HOA foreclosures for non-tax debts while introducing a democratic “off-ramp” for residents to dissolve predatory associations via a simple majority vote. Learn how these changes impact your rights.
Retroactive VA 100% ratings may unlock federal, Georgia, and property tax refunds, if filed in time.
Located about 15 minutes from The Palms at New Hampstead, the Dean Forest Road Disposal Facility is a convenient option for bulky items, overflow trash, yard waste, and select home project debris. Review accepted materials, ID and residency requirements, and current operating hours before you go.
The MEDAL Act enhances lifetime support for Medal of Honor recipients and maintains full eligibility for all other benefits.
