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Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Business
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Carter Infinger working with consultants to devise plan for Congress election run
Bryan County Chairman Carter Infinger (R) said he is considering a run for Georgia's 1st Congressional District – a seat incumbent Buddy Carter said he would not run for again since he announced he will challenge United States Senator Jon Ossoff. The decision is still up in the air for Infinger, who said he has established a team of people to help determine his path forward. 'I'm just kind of looking at it and seeing if it's a good option for me and my family to do it,' said Carter. 'It's a lot of work. I think August is when you can qualify, so I've got a little bit of time. My consultants are looking into it. We need conservative leadership in Washington and someone who is going to look out for the people. I am a regular guy, I think I can look at things with a different perspective. I'm not a business owner, so I don't have to worry about that being impacted or impacting my decision making." More: Why did Sterling Creek Park close? Infinger said he wants to help cut down on the nation's debt, among other things. "I want to protect Medicare and Medicaid and have no taxes on social security. They should not do that," said Infinger. "We need to secure borders for our country. You have to come through the legal system. Those are some of the issues." When asked what helped prepare him for his potential run for Congress, he pointed to the county's success in lowering the millage rate and the work that went into getting the county ready for the state's largest economic project-to-date, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America. 'When I got elected, I want to say the millage rate was 9.43 and its either 5.6 or 7 today,' said Infinger. 'That takes a lot of work with the staff to see what we can cut every year and make sure we continue to roll those millage rates back. With the Hyundai deal, I was fortunate enough to be part of that. It took a lot of effort. My job as chairman is to go out and get as much money as we can for our county and get things done around the area without costing taxpayers and that's what I have done. All of that infrastructure being put up there is not really costing the taxpayers any money.' More: New community for retirees offers active, elegant setting with resort-style amenities In February, candidate Kandiss Taylor, a Republican from Baxley, who previously ran for Governor of Georgia under the slogan "Jesus, guns and babies," announced that she would be running for the District 1 seat. Infinger said if he is voted into Congress, he will continue to maintain the same level of availability to his constituents, saying he is just a phone call away. 'I'm a regular guy and I'm easily approachable,' said Infinger. 'I'm not hiding behind anybody. I'm honest. If I get elected to Congress, I'll represent the folks in the First Congressional District the same way I represent the folks here now. There would be a learning curve but I can do it." Carter is married and he and his wife Karen have two children. He was first elected as a county commissioner in 2010 and has been the chairman for nine years. Latrice Williams is a general assignment reporter covering Bryan and Effingham County. She can be reached at lwilliams6@ This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Carter Infinger is thinking about running for Congress.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Now Open: Bryan County Fisherman's Co-Op
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — The Bryan County Fisherman's Co-Op is now open and free to the public after months of work to improve the popular spot. Several families were enjoying the upgrades to the dock and pier Thursday. Commission Chairman Carter Infinger told WSAV he was there for the first boat to be put in over Memorial Day weekend. 'I think everybody I talked to is very excited about it and excited about the ability to hang out and fish a little bit and enjoy the park and the trails,' Infinger said. The public can now enjoy boat trailer access parking, four-lane concrete boat ramps, floating docks, a fishing boardwalk, a waterfront pavilion, and several picnic tables. WSAV talked with two teens who were out there for hours on Thursday. They shared their excitement to cast a line and enjoy the sun. 'It's really beautiful, a pretty view. The improvements added a lot, so more people can come. It's pretty awesome,' Kaitlyn Norris said. Bailey Beichler said, 'Last time I was here, we sat here and ate lunch. It was really pretty. With the new dock, there's more areas to fish.' Commission Chairman Carter Infinger estimated they saved around $3 million doing the work themselves, not to mention state and private funding. Infinger said he wants this to be a safe and fun place for families to come and enjoy. He asked the public treat it with care. 'We do have about 25 to 30 cameras down there. It's monitored, so if things go on down there, we are aware of it. Just remember, if you see something, say something,' he said. Phase two of the project, which will enhance the walking trails and more, will be completed within the next year, according to Infinger. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Bryan County Commission Chairman considers bid for Congress
BRYAN COUNTY, Ga. (WSAV) — The Bryan County Commission Chairman told WSAV Tuesday that he was considering a run for Congress. Carter Infinger would likely run as a Republican for Georgia's 1st Congressional District. The current seat-holder, Rep. Buddy Carter (R) announced his plans to run for U.S. Senate last week against Sen. Jon Ossoff (D). Infinger was recently re-elected for a third term this past fall. He has served on the county commission since January 2011. The 1st Congressional District covers 15 different counties across southeast Georgia: Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Bryan, Camden, Charlton, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Ware and Wayne counties. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
