August 2016 Features

  • UGA Dedicates Exploratory Center

    August 29, 2016

    The University of Georgia today dedicated the Exploratory Center, a new resource that provides personalized advising services for students who need help choosing a major, as well as for intended business and journalism majors.

  • Metro Athens’ Unemployment Rate Declines to 5.2% in July

    August 25, 2016

    The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Metro Athens’ unemployment rate for July was 5.2 percent, down four-tenths of a percentage point from 5.6 percent in June. The rate in July 2015 was 6.2 percent.

  • Ryan Moore: A Downtown Renaissance in Athens

    August 22, 2016

    A downtown office is one of the many perks that come along with working for the Economic Development Department. Sixty-five different restaurants within walking distance, a brewery across the street, and retail opportunities right outside my office. How lucky are those that have this amenity outside their door? But things are changing, and depending on the observer, some would contend that the changes are for the worse. I disagree, and here is why.

  • From Prospect to Partner: The Story of How Voxpro Came to Athens

    August 17, 2016

    Business Development Specialist for Athens-Clarke County Economic Development Amy Lopp gives us some background on how Voxpro came to locate to Athens, bringing 500 jobs in the process.

  • Athens is a GICH Community

    August 15, 2016

    Athens is a “GICH” community. “GICH” is the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing, a three-year program that helps communities develop housing and revitalization strategies in an effort to improve their quality of life and economic vitality. To those ends, GICH provides communities with technical assistance, expert presenters, training, facilitation, networking, cross-community sharing, and mentoring.

  • Your Pie to Host First-Ever Your Fest Celebration in Athens

    August 10, 2016

    On August 20th, the first-ever Your Fest will make its debut in the Athens community, and it’s an event created to celebrate what Your Pie is all about: a place where people, communities, great beer, great pizza and the arts come together for one amazing, unforgettable experience.

  • Governor Deal Recognizes Georgia Manufacturing Alliance: Issues Third Annual “Buy from Georgia” Proclamation

    August 09, 2016

    Governor Nathan Deal, surrounded on the state Capitol steps by dozens of members of the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance (GMA), recently issued the third annual “Buy from Georgia” proclamation.

  • Come for UGA Football, Stay for an Athens Weekend

    August 08, 2016

    Recently named the “Best Town in College Football” by Athlon Sports, it’s no surprise that visitors can expect much more from Athens than just a Saturday football game. With award-winning food, some of the most sought-after craft beer in the country, a world-renowned music hub, and an eclectic downtown scene, Athens is a city that will require an extended stay. So, come for the UGA football game on Saturday, but arrive early on Friday and stay until Sunday afternoon to experience all Athens has to offer during an ideal fall football weekend.

  • The Return of Athens PopFest … and Bulldog Students

    August 04, 2016

    Athens’ dual roots as a music and a college town have always been intertwined. These two cultures will converge even more than usual on Wednesday, Aug. 10 when Athens PopFest returns to town, mere hours before University of Georgia students resume classes for the fall.

  • Communicorp: 3 Ways to Strengthen Your Marketing Efforts with Photography

    August 04, 2016

    Picture this: on a table sits a thick, juicy burger accented with lush green lettuce and bright red tomato slices between a soft bun. There may be a price listing and a meal description, but at the very sight of the burger, you can almost taste it.

  • Voxpro to Create More Than 500 Jobs in Athens-Clarke County

    August 03, 2016

    Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Voxpro, an innovative customer experience and tech support provider, will create more than 500 jobs and invest $4 million in a new Center of Excellence in Athens-Clarke County by 2020.

  • United Way and Community Connection Announce Consolidation

    August 02, 2016

    In a move which both organizations hope will set a precedent in the nonprofit sector, Community Connection of Northeast Georgia and United Way of Northeast Georgia are consolidating services between the two organizations.

  • 15 International Travel Safety Tips for Roaming Wisely

    August 02, 2016

    When traveling to other countries, it’s important to always keep international travel safety in mind. There are many things you can do when traveling to various international destinations to keep you and your companions safe and secure. Here are some international travel safety tips to keep in mind for your next trip.