Georgia NOW News for Tuesday August 25, 2026

Georgia’s two gubernatorial candidates are making their personal stories and records a central part of their campaigns ahead of November’s election. Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson are highlighting difficult childhood experiences while making their case to Georgia voters. Also, in this episode: Georgia governor’s race: Bottoms discussed how her father’s addiction and incarceration shaped her childhood while criticizing Jackson’s ties to President Donald Trump. Jackson, who grew up in foster care, says those experiences helped shape his leadership and argues that a candidate’s record reveals their character. Preserving Paradise Garden: A four-acre art environment in rural Chattooga County is preserving the legacy of Southern folk artist Howard Finster, who began his art career at 59 and created more than 46,000 pieces. The Paradise Garden Foundation says Finster’s work shows that important art can come from rural communities, while the site’s artwork and landscape face ongoing threats from time and deterioration. Peachtree Circle historic district: The Atlanta City Council Zoning Committee has put a proposed historic district designation for Peachtree Circle in Ansley Park on hold amid neighborhood opposition. The proposal would protect about 60 historic homes, but opponents raise concerns about property values, taxes and future renovations. 🎧 Tune in 24/7 to Georgia NOW. Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com — and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share Georgia NOW News wherever you get your podcasts. #GeorgiaNews #GeorgiaNow #GeorgiaPolitics #ParadiseGarden #AtlantaHistory #HistoricPreservation #CommunityNews