December 2024 Features

• Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta CEO: Heading into 2025 with Positive Economic Outlook, Mindful of Risks

  December 04, 2024

  At its November meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee reduced the target for its benchmark interest rate, the federal funds rate, by a quarter percentage point—to a range of 4-1/2 to 4-3/4 percent. That came after we lowered the policy rate by a half percentage point in September, so it has come down three-quarters of a percentage point, or 75 basis points, from its high.

• Fueling Good: Gas South’s Legacy of Generosity Continues

  December 03, 2024

  goBeyondProfit, a first-of-its-kind business leader initiative that inspires business generosity, celebrates Gas South and its CEO, Kevin Greiner, for their unwavering commitment to generosity.

• 2024 GAgives on GivingTuesday Showcases Nonprofits as the Unifiers of Communities

  December 03, 2024

  With the season of giving upon us, it’s time to show our appreciation for those who have supported our communities throughout the year with unwavering commitment and a staggering level of accomplishment.

• The Columbus Museum Nominated for USA Today’s 10Best New Museum Award

  December 02, 2024

  The Columbus Museum is proud to announce its nomination for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award in the Best New Museum category. This national recognition follows the Museum’s recent reimagining, which transformed the space into a vibrant hub for art, history, and community engagement.

• Georgia Chamber Announces Rural Award Winners

  December 02, 2024

  In recognition of the community’s commitment to quality growth and economic development, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce named Metter-Candler County as the inaugural Rural Community of the Year Award winner.