Southwell Hospitals Generate More than $1.2B in Local Economic Impact in Tift and Cook Counties
Southwell’s hospitals generate more than $1.23 billion in combined economic impact in Tift and Cook counties, according to annual data released by the Georgia Hospital Association.
Georgia’s ’26 Elections Draw Big Fields of Candidates Running for State’s Top Offices
The slate of candidates for this year’s Georgia elections is now set, sparking a fierce competition before primaries in two months and general elections in November.
Georgia CVB's Celebrates Billions in Tourism Impact During Annual Tourism Day at the Capitol
At the Annual Tourism Day at the Capitol, the Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus presented a ceremonial $5.1 billion check to Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp, underscoring the powerful economic impact of Georgia’s tourism industry. GACVB President & CEO Amanda Dyson-Thornton joined state tourism leaders to highlight how tourism continues to drive jobs, support communities, and fuel economic growth across Georgia.
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SK Battery America Lays Off Nearly 1,000 Workers at Commerce Plant
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Georgia House Republicans Send Pared Back Property Tax Cut to Senate
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Matt Bush of SESOLINC Group: Georgia Manufacturers Need Stability — Not More Trade Whiplash
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The CW Network To Broadcast Six Banana Ball Games During the 2026 Season
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Students Who Skip School Could Face New Punishments, Including Loss of Driver’s License
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Bill Would Require Candidates to Raise at Least Half Their Money Within Georgia
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Modest Job Growth, Signs of Future Hiring Intent Highlight Latest Tech Employment Data
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Inventory Recovery is Plateauing: Realtor.com® February Monthly Housing Report
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Georgia General Assembly Honors Georgia School of Orthodontics on 10th Anniversary
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Georgia Breaks Trade Records, Becomes Top 10 Exporting State
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30 Finalists Advance in 2026 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest
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Ray & Son Heating & Air Conditioning Announces New Leadership as Seth Ray Purchases Family Business
Ray & Son Heating & Air Conditioning proudly announces a new chapter in its ...
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Scaling Up: Large-format Industrial Demand Rebounds in the Southeast
Large-format industrial leasing is back, with the Southeast U.S. leading the way and playing ...
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Callie Pitts of OneDigital, Talent Acquisition Trends in Georgia
Callie Pitts of OneDigital discusses talent acquisition trends across Georgia and strategies for finding and retaining top talent.
Larry Hanson of the Georgia Municipal Association on Cities United & Legislative Advocacy
CEO & Executive Director of the Georgia Municipal Association Larry Hanson discusses their mission to help cities across Georgia become more innovative, effective and responsive.
Building Georgia’s Workforce by Investing in Foster Youth
Each year, hundreds of young people age out of Georgia’s foster care system with no safety net and no one to call when challenges arise. However, many of them are finding their path forward inside Georgia’s technical colleges, enrolling in programs in healthcare, welding, logistics, cybersecurity, and other high-demand fields. Commissioner Greg Dozier sees these students across the Technical College System of Georgia and recognizes what they represent: a resilient, motivated segment of Georgia’s future workforce.
Sandy Lake Previews the Upcoming 2026 Georgia Logistics Summit
Sandy Lake, the Director of Logistics for the Georgia Center of Innovation, provides an overview of the upcoming 2026 Georgia Logistics Summit and what attendees can expect. The event will be held on April 17th at the Savannah Convention Center.
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