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Gov. Kemp Hosts Roundtable on Healthcare Civil Litigation Issues
September 13, 2024
Joined by other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted leaders from Georgia's healthcare industry today for a roundtable discussion on civil litigation policies impacting the state's healthcare providers and affordability for hardworking Georgians.
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Athens Academy Students Launch Composting Program
September 12, 2024
After realizing that the plates used for lunches in Athens Academy’s Tillman Center lunchroom were compostable, seniors Marie and Nina Rutledge recognized that a composting program would significantly reduce the school’s food waste.
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2024's Georgia Grown Conference Highlights Networking & Collaboration Among Georgia's Ag Community
September 12, 2024
On August 28-29, 2024, the Georgia Grown program held the "Growing Together: A Georgia Grown Conference" at the Columbus Convention Center. The event brought together Georgia Grown members from across the state.
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2024 State of the Community Event to Focus on Growth and Development in Columbia County
September 11, 2024
The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce is set to host its annual State of the Community event on Thursday, September 12 from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM at the Columbia County Exhibition Center in Grovetown.
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Consultants Rank the “Top States for Doing Business” — Georgia Ranks #1
September 11, 2024
Area Development, the leading site selection and facility planning publication, announces the results of its 2024 Top States for Doing Business survey of location consultants. Georgia retains the #1 spot overall, dominating several key categories, including business incentives programs, logistics and infrastructure, and workforce training programs.
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Georgia Downtown Association Wraps Up a Dynamic 2024 Conference
September 10, 2024
The 2024 Georgia Downtown Conference, held in the charming city of Thomasville, brought together downtown development leaders and enthusiasts from across the state. This year’s conference resulted in an engaging, insightful conference concluding with an awards ceremony.
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GMSDC Announces the 2024 Spirit of Alliance Award Winners
September 10, 2024
The Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council hosted the 42nd Spirit of Alliance Awards on August 28th at the World Headquarters of The Coca-Cola Company in midtown Atlanta. The event celebrates the corporations, Minority Business Enterprise firms and supplier diversity professionals that are setting the standard for minority small business development in Georgia.
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How is the Economic Impact of the Childcare & Maternal Health Crisis in Georgia Affecting Your Business?
September 06, 2024
By investing in expanded maternal health services and childcare support, Georgia companies can not only improve employee well-being but also boost their bottom line.
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Eight BBGA Lawyers Recognized on Best Lawyers National Lists
September 04, 2024
Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley, P.C. is pleased to announce that six lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and two lawyers have been recognized on The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch list for 2025.
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Hyundai Reveals First Look at the Hyundai IONIQ 5, First Vehicle to Be Produced at Metaplant Site
September 04, 2024
Hyundai announced the release of the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5, including a rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT variant, ideal for venturing further off the beaten path. The IONIQ 5 will be the first model range manufactured at the brand-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America facility in Georgia.
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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital to Open September 29th
September 04, 2024
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is announcing it will undertake a significant logistical feat on Sunday, September 29 – moving all patients from Egleston Hospital to the new Arthur M. Blank Hospital in a single day. Arthur M. Blank Hospital is a 19-story, 2-million-square-foot facility with 446 beds; that’s 116 more beds than the current number at Egleston Hospital.
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Georgia Historical Society Names Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia Newest Honoree in Georgia Business History Initiative
August 30, 2024
On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the Georgia Historical Society unveiled a new historical marker in Columbus as part of the Georgia Business History Initiative. Dedicated in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the marker shares the history of Anthem’s Georgia Plan and its significance to Georgia’s economic history.
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Georgia Executives Brace for Political Storm: How to Protect Workplace Culture
August 29, 2024
A new report by goBeyondProfit reveals a staggering 56% of executives and 45% of employees fear that politics will disrupt their company culture this year. As the political landscape in Georgia continues to heat up, so too does the potential for workplace disruption.
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Georgia Job Creation & Momentum Remains Strong
August 29, 2024
Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced another year of sustained momentum for business recruitment and expansions in Fiscal Year 2024. GDEcD’s Global Commerce team supported 429 facility expansions and new locations resulting in more than $20.3 billion in investment and the commitment of 26,900 new, private sector jobs statewide.
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MacKenzie Scott Gives $10 Million to Georgia Nonprofit ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs
August 27, 2024
A $10 million gift from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs will have a dramatic impact on the nonprofit’s work to fuel the growth of Georgia businesses around the state, said Grace Fricks, ACE founder and CEO.
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Meet Ashanti: Forging a Future in Welding
August 27, 2024
We are proud to introduce Ashanti, a driven second-semester student at South Georgia Technical College, where she is pursuing a career in welding. Her story exemplifies strength, determination, and the transformative power of support.
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Technical College System of Georgia Achieves 9.3% Enrollment Growth
August 27, 2024
The Technical College System of Georgia announces a 9.3% increase in enrollment for the Academic Year 2024, bringing total enrollment to 148,746 students across the system. This is the highest number of students enrolled at TCSG since 2013.
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Chik-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame Puts Fans Directly into the Game with Its New AI Experience
August 26, 2024
Set, Hike! The College Football Hall of Fame is setting a new industry milestone with its new GAME ON! AI Experience. This deeply engaging, personalized storytelling experience inserts fans into the rich history of college football.
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The Classic Center Revs Up a Deal for The New Arena Name
August 23, 2024
The Classic Center and Akins Ford have been working to form a partnership driven by entertainment through a ten-year naming rights deal.
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Business Generosity Yields Financial Rewards
August 23, 2024
Recent data tells us that 92% of executives plan to maintain or increase their current investments in generosity. 60% of executives plan to increase giving to employees, 46% to communities, and 45% in the way they operate their business. This is a significant jump from 2023, where only 33% planned to increase generosity investments.
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Governor Kemp Hosts Small Business Roundtable
August 23, 2024
Along with other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted small business leaders for a roundtable discussion on civil litigation policies impacting the state's business climate and day-to-day affordability for hardworking Georgians.
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Discover Georgia’s Booming Food Processing Industry
August 22, 2024
Georgia’s food processing industry is a powerhouse, contributing over $11 billion annually to the state's GDP. With nearly half of the top 100 food processing companies operating here, the industry is poised for sustained growth. The Georgia Department of Economic Development drives industry growth in multiple ways.
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Survey: Consumers Expect to Spend More this Year on Back-to-School Shopping & This Fall on Discretionary Items
August 21, 2024
Anticipating higher prices for their shopping list than a year ago, consumers expect to spend 14% more on average on back-to-school shopping per child this year, according to a new KPMG survey conducted in July.
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CAES Releases 20 Years of Farm Gate Trends
August 20, 2024
For more than two decades, the Georgia Farm Gate Value Report has offered a comprehensive analysis of the county-level production value for commodities in Georgia’s No. 1 industry, agriculture. The reports provide essential data to the state’s farmers and present University of Georgia Cooperative Extension agents with a resource to interact and build relationships with producers in the state’s 159 counties.
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Georgia Power Uses Drones to Inspect Transmission Lines
August 20, 2024
Georgia Power continues to focus on improving reliability and service for customers by making investments in the power grid and using advanced technology to prevent or restore power outages. The company is now deploying unmanned aerial systems, to inspect transmission power lines, helping ensure the safety and reliability of these main lines more efficiently and with greater accuracy than ever before.