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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Elkins, Harrison Approved by Oconee BOE for Leadership Roles
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Scott Cuppari Honored As 2026 Seawell Faculty Award Recipient
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Bulldogs Battling Breast Cancer Raises $300,000 for St. Mary’s Breast Health Services
Bulldogs Battling Breast Cancer, their benefactors and their partners at St. Mary’s Health Care ...
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Gov. Kemp Has a Lot of Bills on His Desk after Lawmakers Finished Their Work
Georgia lawmakers went home in a flurry of ripped paper, as is the custom ...
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Georgia Power Highlights Career Opportunities During Lineworker Appreciation Month
Georgia Power, the state's leading electric utility serving 2.8 million customers, is joining other ...
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Research Shows East Coast Gateway Best Choice for Atlanta, Memphis & Nashville
New findings from Georgia Tech researchers show the Port of Savannah saves shippers more ...
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Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, Feeding Georgia, and the Young Lawyers Division of the ...
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Georgia's Highway System Earns #2 Ranking in National Report
Georgia’s highway system has been ranked second in the nation for overall cost-effectiveness and ...
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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.
Erin Thompson Podvin with FC-CIS of Athens: Investing in Students, Transforming Our Community
Executive Director of Family Connection Communities in Schools of Athens Erin Thompson Podvin discusses the enormous impact FC-CIS has on the Athens community.
Wes Ryals with SPG Planners + Engineers, College Square Redesign Project
Wes Ryals with SPG Planners + Engineers discusses their partnership with Sheridan Construction on the College Square Redesign Project.
Allen Fox with the Georgia Center of Innovation, Helping Georgia Companies Grow
The Georgia Center of Innovation’s Allen Fox speaks about his role in connecting Georgia’s entrepreneurial and small business ecosystems to help innovation thrive in communities across the state.
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