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.
Video: Lead Projects with Confidence: Dr. Allen Brown on GSW’s Project Management Certificate
Dr. Allen Brown shares how Georgia Southwestern’s Project Management Certificate delivers flexible, PMP-aligned, career-ready training that equips professionals across industries to lead projects from start to finish with confidence and impact.
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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Phoebe Locations Recognized as Centers of Excellence in Lung Cancer Screening
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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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Applebee's Franchisee Files Bankruptcy, Closes Albany Location
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Congressman Bishop Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition Winners
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Albany State University to Celebrate More Than 900 Graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony
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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Announces the Launch of the Albany Georgia Grown Resource Center
Thursday, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper announced the launch of the Georgia Grown ...
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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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Lead Projects with Confidence: Dr. Allen Brown on GSW’s Project Management Certificate
Dr. Allen Brown shares how Georgia Southwestern’s Project Management Certificate delivers flexible, PMP-aligned, career-ready training that equips professionals across industries to lead projects from start to finish with confidence and impact.
Wallace Bonner with Moore Clarke DuVall & Rodgers, Real Estate Practice
Real Estate & Business Law Attorney at Moore Clarke DuVall & Rodgers, P.C. Wallace Bonner discusses the real estate aspect of their practice and the services they offer.
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.
Larecia Gill, PhD, with Phoebe Putney Health System, Simulation & Innovation Mobile Unit
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Education Director Larecia Gill, PhD, discusses the new Phoebe Simulation & Innovation Mobile Unit and its role in preparing the future workforce.
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