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David Lynn with Athens Downtown Development Authority, College Square Redevelopment Project
April 17, 2026
David Lynn, Planning Director of the Athens Downtown Development Authority, discusses the ADDA’s mission to foster economic growth in downtown Athens and also provides an update on the College Square Redevelopment Project.
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Haley Ramey Gives an Overview of United Ways of Georgia
April 17, 2026
United Ways of Georgia Executive Director Haley Ramey discusses the newly formed statewide association, United Ways of Georgia, which aims to unite local United Ways.
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Turning Tax Dollars into Opportunity for Georgia’s Foster Youth
April 14, 2026
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.
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Erin Thompson Podvin with FC-CIS of Athens: Investing in Students, Transforming Our Community
April 13, 2026
Executive Director of Family Connection Communities in Schools of Athens Erin Thompson Podvin discusses the enormous impact FC-CIS has on the Athens community.
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Wes Ryals with SPG Planners + Engineers, College Square Redesign Project
April 09, 2026
Wes Ryals with SPG Planners + Engineers discusses their partnership with Sheridan Construction on the College Square Redesign Project.
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Allen Fox with the Georgia Center of Innovation, Helping Georgia Companies Grow
April 08, 2026
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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Levi Davis: Growing the Next Generation of Ag Leaders
April 07, 2026
Georgia Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Program is dedicated to developing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Program Coordinator Levi Davis shares how YF&R helps members ages 18–35 grow through leadership development, advocacy, networking, and service and highlights the upcoming YF&R Summer Leadership Conference, July 15–18 on Jekyll Island.
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Christopher Jones of Secure Records Solutions on His Perspective on Competition
April 06, 2026
Christopher Jones, the Chief Problem Solver for Secure Records Solutions, reflects on the evolution of his approach to competition over the years and its role in the company’s growth.
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Joe Brownlee of Georgia Power, The People Who Keep the Lights On
April 02, 2026
Georgia Power Regional Director Joe Brownlee talks about National Lineman Appreciation Month and the crucial role linemen play in our daily lives.
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Jonathon Rowe with Georgia Farm Bureau on the GA FARM Bureau Health Care Plan
April 01, 2026
Jonathon Rowe with Georgia Farm Bureau discusses their collaborative partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia to establish the GA FARM Bureau Health Care Plan.
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Phil Kent Discusses the JAMES Magazine 2026 Most Influential Issue
March 30, 2026
Phil Kent, CEO and Publisher of JAMES Magazine, provides insights into the 2026 Most Influential Issue, which reveals their selection for Georgian of the Year.
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Tara Bradshaw with the the Georgia Cities Foundation, Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative
March 26, 2026
Manager of Economic Development and Placemaking for the Georgia Cities Foundation Tara Bradshaw discusses her role in leading the Georgia Economic Placemaking Collaborative and its significant impact across the state.
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Jolaine Whitehead of Sheridan Construction, Celebrating 1 Year in Athens
March 24, 2026
Jolaine Whitehead with Sheridan Construction talks about celebrating 1 year of serving the Athens community and current projects happening in the area.
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Amy Moore and Ansley Rippey Discuss Hope Haven at UGA
March 20, 2026
Amy Moore is the Executive Director of Hope Haven of Northeast Georgia. Ansley Rippey is Club President of Hope Haven at UGA. They discuss the creation of Hope Haven at UGA and how students can get involved.
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Dr. Mohana Cherukuri with St. Mary’s Internal Medicine Associates, Diabetes and Pre-diabetes
March 17, 2026
Dr. Mohana Cherukuri with St. Mary’s Internal Medicine Associates discusses the symptoms of diabetes and pre-diabetes, as well as the risk factors associated with both conditions.
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A Former NBA Star is Now a Champion For Georgia’s Foster Youth
March 17, 2026
Former Atlanta Hawks star Kevin Willis knows the power of having people in your corner. Growing up in inner-city Detroit, Kevin and his older brother made a promise as teenagers that one day they would find a way to give back and help young people build better futures.
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ACCPD Police Chief Jerry Saulters Discusses Crime Data and the New Real Time Crime Center
March 16, 2026
Athens-Clarke County Police Chief Jerry Saulters discusses the crime reduction Athens-Clarke County has experienced in the past year and new Real Time Crime Center.
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Farm Monitor Co-Host Jennifer Parson on the Importance of Giving a Voice to Georgia’s #1 Industry
March 12, 2026
One of the voices of Farm Monitor explains the importance of telling stories highlighting Georgia’s number one industry, agriculture.
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Katie Williams with Visit Athens, Meetings and Conventions in Athens
March 11, 2026
Vice President of Sales, Marketing, and Tourism for The Classic Center Katie Williams discusses the enormous impact meetings and conventions have on the local economy.
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Maggie Garcia on Her Intern Experience at United Way of Northeast Georgia
March 09, 2026
UGA Student Maggie Garcia discusses her intern experience at United Way of Northeast Georgia and what it has taught her about the Athens community.
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Callie Pitts of OneDigital, Talent Acquisition Trends in Georgia
March 05, 2026
Callie Pitts of OneDigital discusses talent acquisition trends across Georgia and strategies for finding and retaining top talent.
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Larry Hanson of the Georgia Municipal Association on Cities United & Legislative Advocacy
March 04, 2026
CEO & Executive Director of the Georgia Municipal Association Larry Hanson discusses their mission to help cities across Georgia become more innovative, effective and responsive.
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Amber Buchanan of Sunny Days Therapeutics, Mental Health Support
March 04, 2026
Founder & CEO of Sunny Days Therapeutics Amber Buchanan discusses the challenges faced by mental health services in rural communities and their ongoing efforts to expand their services.
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Building Georgia’s Workforce by Investing in Foster Youth
March 03, 2026
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.
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Sarah McKinney on the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year - Mercy Health Center
February 27, 2026
President & CEO of the Athens Area Community Foundation Sarah McKinney announces the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year - Mercy Health Center. She talks about the selection process and what makes this award so special.