Whiff Works Advances to State Finals After Winning 2026 FLEX ABY Competition
Last week at 4C Academy the judges had a hard time choosing the winner at the 2026 FLEX ABY youth entrepreneurship competition finals, which aim to ignite innovation and empower young entrepreneurs in the Albany area through mentorship, guidance and hands-on experience that provides students with the tools and resources to develop unique business ideas and succeed in the competitive world of entrepreneurship.
Georgia Breaks Trade Records, Becomes Top 10 Exporting State
Governor Brian Kemp joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development in announcing the state has again made history by surpassing $60.2 billion in exports in calendar year 2025.
30 Finalists Advance in 2026 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest
The Savor the State: A Flavor of Georgia Tasting Experience is once again taking place in Athens, where judges will taste their way through an array of Georgia delicacies.
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Georgia General Assembly Honors Georgia School of Orthodontics on 10th Anniversary
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Georgia State House Unanimously Passes Tax Rebate of $250 for Single Filers, $500 for Joint
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Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta CEO Donna Hyland Announces Retirement
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Opioid Settlement Funds and Philanthropy Expand Adolescent Addiction Care in Georgia
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Santanu Chatterjee Named Dean of UGA’s Terry College of Business
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Georgia’s Youngest Lawmaker Hopes To Implement ‘Foundational Change’ This Legislative Session
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National Careers In Trades Week Builds Awareness for Rewarding and Essential Skilled Trade Jobs
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State Directed Payment Programs Approved to Provide $4.5B to Georgia Healthcare Providers
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4-H Day at the Capitol Connects Georgia Youth with Elected Leaders, Legislative Process
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Lawmakers Approve $81 Million to Relieve Georgia Child Welfare Deficit
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