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• State of Georgia Breaks Export Records for Third Straight Year

  Features, February 15, 2024

  Governor Kemp joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development in announcing that the state surpassed $49.7 billion in exports in 2023, eclipsing the record-setting $47 billion in 2022.

• More than $200 Million in Additional LMIG Funding Available for Local Governments

  News, February 15, 2024

• FirstNet Authority, AT&T Announce 10-Year Investment to Transform America’s Public Safety Broadband Network

  Features, February 14, 2024

  The FirstNet Authority and its network partner, AT&T, are announcing a major investment in the future of public safety communications. The FirstNet Authority’s 10-year, $8 billion investment initiative will evolve and expand FirstNet — America’s public safety network.

• Cities Connect: Red Cross of Georgia

  News, February 12, 2024

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases 2024 State of Housing Report

  Features, February 12, 2024

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce Foundation released its 2024 State of Housing Report highlighting opportunities for Georgia’s leaders to implement strategic policies that encourage housing development and address the current workforce housing shortage.

• Georgia Chamber Hosts Business Prospects for 35th Annual ‘Georgia Quail Hunt’ in Albany

  Features, February 09, 2024

  This week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Georgia Quail Hunt in Albany, as business leaders representing state recruitment and expansion prospects joined local and state economic developers and officials, including Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, to learn about the competitive advantages of doing business in Georgia.

• Cities Connect: Georgia Single Parent Coalition

  News, February 09, 2024

• Georgia ALICE - Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed - Report Releases

  Features, February 07, 2024

  Out of the 3.95 million households in Georgia, 34% are hardworking families who are living under the threshold of financial survival based on the state’s 2021 cost of living data, according to the ALICE Report released today by the United Ways of Georgia State Association.

• Georgia Leaders Selected for 2024 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort

  Features, February 06, 2024

  GeorgiaForward has selected 45 promising professionals to serve the organization’s 2024 Young Gamechangers (YG) program. YG is a unique leadership action program hosted by GeorgiaForward, a non-profit organization administrated by the Georgia Municipal Association. Young Gamechangers brings professionals from across the state to work on the persistent challenges of one Georgia community.

• The Columbus Museum Unveils Spectacular Grand Reopening Celebration

  Features, January 31, 2024

  The Columbus Museum is excited to announce its grand reopening celebration, inviting visitors to explore creativity and culture through the experience of American art, regional history, tranquil gardens, and more. As a destination for people of all ages and interests, The Columbus Museum has something for everyone - all in a reimagined space.

• HBS Columbus Welcomes Attorney Frank G. Lumpkin IV

  News, January 31, 2024

• 2024 Georgia Titan 100 Announced

  Features, January 31, 2024

  Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce the 2024 Georgia Titan 100. The Titan 100 program recognizes the Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives in Georgia.

• Columbus Film Office Meeting to Feature Steve Cohen of UTA

  News, January 29, 2024

• Alan Harkness Named Library Director of the Year By The Georgia Public Library Service

  Features, January 29, 2024

  Alan Harkness has been named Georgia Public Library Director of the Year. Under his leadership, the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries, based in Columbus, became the first library system in Georgia to eliminate fines for overdue materials, and he continues to be a strong advocate for fines free programs.

• Cities Connect: Finding and Funding Child Care in Georgia

  News, January 29, 2024

• Georgia Regional Commissions Unemployment Rates Drop or Remain Steady for the New Year

  News, January 29, 2024

• MEEF Announces 55 Muscogee County School District Teacher of the Year Honorees

  News, January 26, 2024

• Columbus Unemployment Rate Drops for the New Year

  News, January 26, 2024

• Georgia’s Christy Todd Named Finalist for National Teacher of the Year

  News, January 26, 2024

• Lt. Governor Burt Jones Announces Additional 2024 Legislative Priorities

  News, January 26, 2024

• Strategic Communicators Have More Influence, More Pressure to Drive Business Growth, Report Finds

  News, January 26, 2024

• Financial Fraud Growth Slowed in 2023, but Losses Remained High

  News, January 26, 2024

• IT and Security Teams Increasingly United in Battle Against Sophisticated Cyberthreats, Research Finds

  News, January 26, 2024

• HACEMOS Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications

  News, January 23, 2024

• Moneypenny Dials In on What Irks Customers and Prospects the Most

  Features, January 23, 2024

  A new survey shows 62% of people are spending longer on the phone to businesses than three years ago, a figure that was only 46% the previous year. The research from Moneypenny, which handles over 20 million calls and chats for businesses annually, also found that 76% of customers cite a company not putting their phone number on their website as a major source of irritation.

• Fostering Success Act, Inc. Approved for Nearly $10 Million in First Year of Tax Credit

  Features, January 22, 2024

  Fostering Success Act, a non-profit that raises tax credit funds to assist young adults transitioning out of the state’s foster care system, announced today it has successfully raised nearly $10 million in tax credit allocations in its first year that ended December 31st.

• Delta Tees Up Largest-Ever Schedule to the 2024 Masters Tournament

  News, January 22, 2024

• Macon Named #1 Most Affordable City to Buy a Home

  News, January 22, 2024

• Governor Announces 85 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions

  News, January 19, 2024

• Cities Connect: How City Officials Can Help Medicaid Members Stay Informed and Covered

  News, January 19, 2024

• Cities Connect: Community Research Grant and Workforce Development with PIN

  News, January 17, 2024

• Workforce Preparedness: Preparing Students Today for the Opportunities of Tomorrow

  Features, January 17, 2024

  Workforce readiness directly impacts the future economic prosperity of the state. Students must be well equipped to adapt to the rapidly changing pace of industry to ensure professional success and ensure Georgia has the talent needed to remain competitive.

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Announces New Center for Workforce and Talent Preparedness

  Features, January 16, 2024

  On Wednesday, January 10, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s leading economic research organization, announced the creation of its new Center for Workforce and Talent Preparedness at the Chamber’s annual Eggs and Issues breakfast.

• Georgia Leaders Appointed to 2024 Georgia Chamber Executive Committee

  Features, January 10, 2024

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, the state’s most influential business advocacy organization, announced the transition of its leadership with Pedro Cherry succeeding Neil L. Pruitt, Jr. as Chairman. Pruitt, Chairman and CEO of PruittHealth, served as the Chairman of the Georgia Chamber for 2023 and will continue to serve on the Executive Committee as the Immediate Past Chair.

• Chief Legal Counsel to Georgia Governor David Dove to Join Troutman Pepper

  News, January 08, 2024

• Explore Georgia Announces Most Anticipated Hotel Openings for 2024

  Features, December 22, 2023

  The Peach State is preparing to ring in the new year with a host of new hotel options that offer more than just a good night’s sleep. From a mountaintop golf resort to a lovingly restored historic mansion, here is a sampling of the new accommodations travelers can look forward to in Georgia come 2024.

• Gas South’s $1M Commitment to the Fostering Success Act, Inc. Ensures Georgia's Foster Youth Aren't Forgotten

  News, December 21, 2023

• AT&T & Compudopt Donate 110 Laptops to Georgia Foster Kids & Those Aging Out of Foster Care

  News, December 18, 2023

  AT&T together with Compudopt took a step toward bridging the digital divide for 110 former and current children in the state’s foster care system today with a Christmas donation of laptops to at-risk youth.

• University of Georgia’s 2024 Columbus Georgia Economic Outlook Announced for January 23rd

  News, December 15, 2023

• Congressman Drew Ferguson Not Seeking Re-election in 2024

  News, December 15, 2023

• Georgia Creative Champion of 2023 Awarded to GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson

  News, December 15, 2023

• Governors Kemp, Ivey Announce Agreement in Long-running Chattahoochee River Water Lawsuit

  Features, December 13, 2023

  Governor Brian P. Kemp of Georgia and Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama announced that they have reached an agreement with the United States Army Corps of Engineers expected to end a lawsuit brought by Alabama while assuring both states’ citizens who live and work in the Mid- and Lower Chattahoochee River Basin of sufficient minimum water flows during times of drought.

• Over Forty High School Students Complete Colony Bank's Leadership Academy

  Features, December 12, 2023

  Over 40 high school students in Georgia recently graduated from the Colony Leadership Academy, the graduation ceremony took place on November 18th in Savannah and upon completion of the program, each student received up to a $1,000 scholarship to the college or university of their choice.

• U.S. Soccer Selects Fayette County for New HQ and National Training Center

  News, December 08, 2023

• Gov. Kemp Announces Increased Funding for CJCC's Victim's Services Grant

  News, December 07, 2023

• Georgia has Seen 7.6% Decline in Brick-and-Mortar Retail

  News, December 05, 2023

• Cities Connect: Meaningful Engagement with the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation

  News, December 05, 2023

• States Where Unemployment Claims Are Increasing the Most – WalletHub Study

  News, December 05, 2023

• Cities Connect: Advancing Civic Engagement with the National Civic League

  News, December 01, 2023

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases War for Talent Economic Report

  Features, November 28, 2023

  Today, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s leading economic research organization, announced the release of its Fourth Quarter Economic Report highlighting the strength of Georgia’s position in the global War for Talent.

• GEDA Hosts Annual Awards to Recognize Exceptional Individual Achievements & the Top Deals of the Year

  Features, November 27, 2023

  At its Annual Awards luncheon, the Georgia Economic Developers Association recognized top deals of the year and excellence by individuals. Awards included the Deals of the Year, Committee Chair and Member of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Rip Wiley Award for Professional Excellence.

• Georgia-based Startup Awarded $1M Top Prize at 2023 Grow-NY Global Competition

  News, November 17, 2023

• Board of Regents Elects Officers for 2024

  News, November 17, 2023

• Report Shows Georgia has 2nd Biggest Feral Hog Problem in U.S.

  News, November 17, 2023

• New Awkward Family Photos Exhibition Opening at The Columbus Museum

  Features, November 16, 2023

  The Columbus Museum is excited to announce the opening of its newest lighthearted and family-friendly exhibition, Awkward Family Photos, opened this week. This unique show promises to bring laughter, nostalgia, and a celebration of the wonderfully imperfect moments that define family life.

• TCSG Celebrates Apprenticeship Week with Announcement of 2024 Apprenticeship Awards to Georgia Businesses

  Features, November 16, 2023

  The Technical College System of Georgia today announced the awards of the second year of the High Demand Career Initiative Program supporting Georgia businesses with the creation and expansion of Registered Apprenticeships.

• Dr. Donald J. Green Named President of Gordon State College

  News, November 16, 2023

• AT&T Expands Fiber Network to Help Close Digital Divide in Columbus

  Features, November 15, 2023

  Continuing our efforts to help close the digital divide and connect people wherever they live and work, AT&T is expanding our superfast fiber network to serve more residential and small business locations across the Columbus community.

• University System of Georgia Enrollment Hits Record High of 344,392

  News, November 15, 2023

• Georgia Power Highlights New Tech Scams on National Utility Scam Awareness Day

  News, November 15, 2023

• 2023 GAgives on GivingTuesday Shines a Spotlight on Nonprofits' Value & Resilience in the Face of Heightened Need & Rising Challenges

  Features, November 15, 2023

  As we move into the season of giving, it’s an ideal time to reflect on who and what we appreciate and how we can show our thankfulness. Everyone in Georgia benefits in some way from one or more of our state’s hard-working nonprofits – which are all coping with surges in demand for their services, increasing costs, and a reduction in resources, staff, and volunteers.

• The Columbus Museum Events This Week

  News, November 13, 2023

• Four Local Mediacom Employees Earn Company’s Top Service Awards

  Features, November 13, 2023

  Mediacom Communications recognized four Columbus employees who achieved the company’s top performance rankings and earned national and regional awards for outstanding customer service in 2023.

• IRS Provides Tax Inflation Adjustments for Tax Year 2024

  News, November 10, 2023

• Call for 2024 Municipal Projects

  News, November 10, 2023

• Atlanta's Shepherd Center Announces CEO's Retirement; Hospital Names Successor

  News, November 08, 2023

• Jackson Healthcare Launches “Generosity at Work” Podcast

  News, November 08, 2023

• New Study Confirms Georgia’s Film Industry is a Blockbuster Success for the State

  News, November 07, 2023

• United Ways of Georgia Creates Statewide Advisory Committee in Preparation of Groundbreaking ALICE Report

  Features, November 07, 2023

  United Ways of Georgia, an association of the 31 United Way organizations operating across Georgia, have collectively invested to become the 29th state organization to participate in United for ALICE.

• RiverCenter for the Performing Arts November Events

  News, November 03, 2023

• Everything You Need to Know About GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit

  News, November 02, 2023

• Hyundai, Kia Supplier to Invest in Manufacturing Facility in Coweta

  News, November 02, 2023

• Auto Parts Supplier Hwashin to Bring 460 Jobs to Middle Georgia

  News, November 01, 2023

• 15th Annual GRACE Awards Finalists and Honorees Announced

  Features, November 01, 2023

  The Georgia Restaurant Association is thrilled to announce the finalists and honorees for the 2023 Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence (GRACE) Awards.

• Georgia Ports Authority CEO: Brunswick on Track to be Top U.S. Auto and RoRo Port

  News, October 31, 2023

• Cities Connect: Elevating Your Downtown Development Program with the Georgia Downtown Association

  News, October 31, 2023

• PCOM Georgia Pharmacy Student Shares his Success with First Generation Students

  News, October 30, 2023

• $12.5 Million CHIP Grant Funding Available from Georgia DCA

  News, October 26, 2023

• Georgia Construction Workers Earn the 8th Least in the U.S.

  News, October 26, 2023

• 3.7% Of Georgia Homebuyers Are Under 25

  News, October 25, 2023

• Cities Connect: Broadband Permitting: Best Practices and More

  News, October 23, 2023

• Unemployment Rate Changes by State – WalletHub Study

  News, October 23, 2023

• AT&T & the Hispanic Heritage Foundation Collaborate to Address the Digital Divide Within Latino & Hispanic Communities

  News, October 16, 2023

• Georgia Ports Authority President: GPA ‘All-In’ on Building Best Gateway for U.S. Supply Chains

  Features, October 13, 2023

  Georgia Ports Authority leaders presented an update on the port’s $1.9B master plan and infrastructure investments at the Savannah State of the Port event yesterday. The capacity crowd of 1,200 included state and local political leaders, GPA customers, maritime/logistics industry executives, investors, developers and supply chain partners.

• Delta Air Lines Profit Jumps Almost 60% After Strong Summer

  News, October 13, 2023

• Cities Connect: Financial Assistance Programs through GEFA

  News, October 13, 2023

• Suniva Upgrades Manufacturing and Restarts Operations in Georgia

  News, October 12, 2023

• Medical Spanish Course Readies Med Students for Outreach and Rotations

  News, October 12, 2023

• Association of Public and Land-grant Universities to Give Public Impact Research Award to Partnership for Inclusive Innovation

  News, October 11, 2023

• Study: States with the Biggest Decreases in Unemployment Claims

  News, October 11, 2023

• Igniting Innovation at Venture Atlanta 2023: Conference Highlights

  News, October 10, 2023

  From September 27 – 28, the bustling energy of Atlanta became even more electrifying as we kicked off the 16th annual Venture Atlanta conference at The Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall.

• Gov. Kemp Announces 94 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions

  News, October 10, 2023

• Georgia Residents Shop the 11th Latest for Halloween

  News, October 10, 2023

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases Rural Georgia Economic Report

  Features, October 05, 2023

  On Tuesday, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s most influential economic research organization, announced the release of its Third Quarter Economic Report at the Rural Prosperity Summit in Athens, GA. The report contains a collection of data on the status of the rural Georgia economy and projections for the growth of the state’s 122 rural counties.

• Georgia No. 1 State for Business for 10th Consecutive Year

  Features, October 04, 2023

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced that the state achieved an unprecedented milestone: a full decade of business excellence, earning the rank of No. 1 state for business from Area Development magazine for 10 consecutive years. No other state in the nation has achieved this benchmark.

• ACE Holds Annual Awards Reception to Celebrate 23 Years of Service and Support to Georgia Small Businesses

  Features, October 04, 2023

  ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs celebrated its Annual Awards Reception on September 28th at The Carlyle Venue in Atlanta, highlighting the power, strength and resilience of small businesses in Georgia.

• Cities Connect: Funding Through the OneGeorgia Authority

  News, October 02, 2023

• Pending Sales Hold Steady Despite Sustained Rates Above 7%

  News, October 02, 2023

• 2023 Georgia Government Communicators Conference

  News, September 29, 2023

• October 5th: Columbus Hosts Georgia Entertainment 100 and Georgia Unscripted Roadshow Event

  Features, September 28, 2023

  The Georgia Entertainment 100 and the Georgia Unscripted Roadshow events are coming together in Columbus on October 5th. The event showcases Georgia’s creative economy and the impact of the entertainment industry and will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Valley Hospitality’s Bibb Mill Event Center (3715 1st Ave, Columbus).

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