Sonny Perdue to Retire as Chancellor of the University System of Georgia
University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue announced today he will retire, capping more than four decades in public service that began in Houston County and grew to include roles in the Georgia State Senate, two terms as governor and as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture.
Best in Georgia Tourism Recognized by GACVB with 2026 Georgia Tourism Excellence Awards
The 2026 Georgia Tourism Excellence Awards were presented at the Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus Annual Conference. The annual awards program recognizes outstanding achievements across Georgia’s tourism industry, celebrating the individuals and organizations setting new standards in marketing, leadership, innovation, and community impact.
Franchising Continues to Grow Despite Economic Headwinds
Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, interest in franchise ownership continues to grow as more professionals explore structured paths to entrepreneurship. Advisors at The Perfect Franchise say shifting workforce dynamics, combined with a desire for greater control over income and career direction, are driving sustained demand for franchise opportunities across a range of industries.
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The Tiny RFID Chip has Revolutionized How UPS Ships Packages
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‘Praying for Rain’: Drought Conditions Leave Georgia Farmers Desperate
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Applebee’s is Quietly Closing Locations Across Georgia and Florida
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90% of US Hiring Managers Say One Thing Speeds Up the Process - And Most Candidates Don't Use It
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Survey: One in Four On-Site Employees Would Rather Do Their Taxes Than Work in A Bad Workspace
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Jason Bishoff of the Tiftarea YMCA, Building a New Dome for the Pool
Tiftarea YMCA CEO Jason Bishoff discusses their plans to build a new dome for the pool and how it will benefit the community.
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Real Estate & Business Law Attorney at Moore Clarke DuVall & Rodgers, P.C. Wallace Bonner discusses the real estate aspect of their practice and the services they offer.
Turning Tax Dollars into Opportunity for Georgia’s Foster Youth
For Georgia’s leaders, the Fostering Success Act represents a unique intersection of corporate responsibility and smart fiscal strategy. Jim F. Thomas, President and CEO of JS Thomas Service, initially approached the program with a healthy dose of skepticism—only to discover a genuine, no-cost opportunity to impact our state’s most resilient youth.
Caroline Abbott with the City of Tifton, Short & Paulk Renaissance Project
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