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Dr. Donald J. Green Named President of Gordon State College
News, November 16, 2023
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University System of Georgia Enrollment Hits Record High of 344,392
News, November 15, 2023
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Georgia Power Highlights New Tech Scams on National Utility Scam Awareness Day
News, November 15, 2023
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2023 GAgives on GivingTuesday Shines a Spotlight on Nonprofits' Value & Resilience in the Face of Heightened Need & Rising Challenges
Features, November 15, 2023
As we move into the season of giving, it’s an ideal time to reflect on who and what we appreciate and how we can show our thankfulness. Everyone in Georgia benefits in some way from one or more of our state’s hard-working nonprofits – which are all coping with surges in demand for their services, increasing costs, and a reduction in resources, staff, and volunteers.
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Albany Resident Earns Top Employee Award from Mediacom
Features, November 13, 2023
Mediacom Communications recognized Albany resident Blake Lasseter as an employee who achieved top performance rankings for outstanding customer service and excellence in broadband services.
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What's Going on at Chehaw
News, November 10, 2023
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IRS Provides Tax Inflation Adjustments for Tax Year 2024
News, November 10, 2023
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Call for 2024 Municipal Projects
News, November 10, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Wynfield Park Health and Rehabilitation Center
News, November 08, 2023
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Atlanta's Shepherd Center Announces CEO's Retirement; Hospital Names Successor
News, November 08, 2023
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Jackson Healthcare Launches “Generosity at Work” Podcast
News, November 08, 2023
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New Study Confirms Georgia’s Film Industry is a Blockbuster Success for the State
News, November 07, 2023
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United Ways of Georgia Creates Statewide Advisory Committee in Preparation of Groundbreaking ALICE Report
Features, November 07, 2023
United Ways of Georgia, an association of the 31 United Way organizations operating across Georgia, have collectively invested to become the 29th state organization to participate in United for ALICE.
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Empowering Albany's Female Youth: Propel+ Program Sparks Connections and Confidence
Features, November 02, 2023
The energy in the room was palpable on October 26 as students and adults alike came together for the Albany Area Chamber Foundation's Propel+ program. Designed to create a supportive network that nurtures, provides, and empowers Albany's female youth, Propel+ proved to be a catalyst for positive change.
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Everything You Need to Know About GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit
News, November 02, 2023
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Hyundai, Kia Supplier to Invest in Manufacturing Facility in Coweta
News, November 02, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Coldwell Banker Walden & Kirkland
News, November 01, 2023
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Auto Parts Supplier Hwashin to Bring 460 Jobs to Middle Georgia
News, November 01, 2023
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15th Annual GRACE Awards Finalists and Honorees Announced
Features, November 01, 2023
The Georgia Restaurant Association is thrilled to announce the finalists and honorees for the 2023 Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence (GRACE) Awards.
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THRIVE Event Equips Students with Essential Employability Skills and Professional Development
Features, October 31, 2023
The Albany Area Chamber Foundation Thursday hosted its inaugural and highly successful THRIVE program, a dynamic talent development initiative aimed at preparing students for the professional world. THRIVE empowers students with a range of employability skills crucial for success in the workplace.
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Georgia Ports Authority CEO: Brunswick on Track to be Top U.S. Auto and RoRo Port
News, October 31, 2023
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Cities Connect: Elevating Your Downtown Development Program with the Georgia Downtown Association
News, October 31, 2023
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Invision Technologies: Building Relationships and Empowering Communities
News, October 30, 2023
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PCOM Georgia Pharmacy Student Shares his Success with First Generation Students
News, October 30, 2023
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AB&T Delivers Another Quarter of Solid Results
News, October 27, 2023
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What's Going on at Chehaw
News, October 26, 2023
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$12.5 Million CHIP Grant Funding Available from Georgia DCA
News, October 26, 2023
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Georgia Construction Workers Earn the 8th Least in the U.S.
News, October 26, 2023
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Albany City Commission Tuesday Meeting Overview
News, October 25, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Georgia Community Bank
News, October 25, 2023
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3.7% Of Georgia Homebuyers Are Under 25
News, October 25, 2023
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Cities Connect: Broadband Permitting: Best Practices and More
News, October 23, 2023
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Unemployment Rate Changes by State – WalletHub Study
News, October 23, 2023
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TEDxGeorgiaSouthwesternU Holds Second Annual Event on October 20th
Features, October 19, 2023
TEDx enthusiasts are invited to Georgia Southwestern State University’s (GSW) second annual TEDxGeorgiaSouthwesternU event on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. for an evening of dialogue and inspiration centered around the theme Leaving Your Mark.
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Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: South Georgia Brick
News, October 17, 2023
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AT&T & the Hispanic Heritage Foundation Collaborate to Address the Digital Divide Within Latino & Hispanic Communities
News, October 16, 2023
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Georgia Ports Authority President: GPA ‘All-In’ on Building Best Gateway for U.S. Supply Chains
Features, October 13, 2023
Georgia Ports Authority leaders presented an update on the port’s $1.9B master plan and infrastructure investments at the Savannah State of the Port event yesterday. The capacity crowd of 1,200 included state and local political leaders, GPA customers, maritime/logistics industry executives, investors, developers and supply chain partners.
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Delta Air Lines Profit Jumps Almost 60% After Strong Summer
News, October 13, 2023
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Cities Connect: Financial Assistance Programs through GEFA
News, October 13, 2023
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Suniva Upgrades Manufacturing and Restarts Operations in Georgia
News, October 12, 2023
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Medical Spanish Course Readies Med Students for Outreach and Rotations
News, October 12, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Strategic Roofing
News, October 11, 2023
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Association of Public and Land-grant Universities to Give Public Impact Research Award to Partnership for Inclusive Innovation
News, October 11, 2023
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Study: States with the Biggest Decreases in Unemployment Claims
News, October 11, 2023
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Albany State University Invites Community to Celebrate Homecoming
Features, October 10, 2023
The Annual Albany State University Homecoming celebration from October 8ththrough the 15th has begun. This year’s theme, “It’s a RAMily Affair,” celebrates the thousands of alumni and friends who will travel to Albany in celebration, along with the students, faculty, and staff.
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Igniting Innovation at Venture Atlanta 2023: Conference Highlights
News, October 10, 2023
From September 27 – 28, the bustling energy of Atlanta became even more electrifying as we kicked off the 16th annual Venture Atlanta conference at The Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall.
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Gov. Kemp Announces 94 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions
News, October 10, 2023
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Georgia Residents Shop the 11th Latest for Halloween
News, October 10, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Mauldin & Jenkins
News, October 05, 2023
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Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases Rural Georgia Economic Report
Features, October 05, 2023
On Tuesday, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s most influential economic research organization, announced the release of its Third Quarter Economic Report at the Rural Prosperity Summit in Athens, GA. The report contains a collection of data on the status of the rural Georgia economy and projections for the growth of the state’s 122 rural counties.
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Georgia No. 1 State for Business for 10th Consecutive Year
Features, October 04, 2023
Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced that the state achieved an unprecedented milestone: a full decade of business excellence, earning the rank of No. 1 state for business from Area Development magazine for 10 consecutive years. No other state in the nation has achieved this benchmark.
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ACE Holds Annual Awards Reception to Celebrate 23 Years of Service and Support to Georgia Small Businesses
Features, October 04, 2023
ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs celebrated its Annual Awards Reception on September 28th at The Carlyle Venue in Atlanta, highlighting the power, strength and resilience of small businesses in Georgia.
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Albany Biz Expo 2023: A Resounding Success at the Albany Civic Center
Features, October 03, 2023
The highly anticipated BIZ EXPO returned to the Albany Civic Center, transforming it into a vibrant hub for dynamic business interactions on Thursday. The event continued its legacy of drawing hundreds of attendees, providing local businesses with a unique opportunity to showcase their products and services to a myriad of consumers at one time.
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Cities Connect: Funding Through the OneGeorgia Authority
News, October 02, 2023
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Pending Sales Hold Steady Despite Sustained Rates Above 7%
News, October 02, 2023
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2023 Georgia Government Communicators Conference
News, September 29, 2023
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Albany Chamber of Commerce's Star Business of the Week: Feeding The Valley Food Bank
News, September 28, 2023
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2023 GAgives on GivingTuesday Highlights the Power of Giving Back with #GAgivesThanks
Features, September 28, 2023
With schools well into their new academic year and the lingering heat of summer still in the air, Georgia nonprofits find themselves gearing up for the upcoming season of giving. This year, the importance of this season is magnified due to a challenging landscape: a nationwide drop in donations juxtaposed with a significant surge in the demand for their vital services.
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Cities Connect: Ethics for City Officials
News, September 28, 2023
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The Partnership for Inclusive Innovation's Summer Internship is Now Accepting Project/Host Site Applications
News, September 27, 2023
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Georgia Is Attracting Wealthy Millennials
News, September 27, 2023
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LaGrange College Signs Agreement with PCOM Georgia to Benefit Students Seeking Degrees in Medicine and Pharmacy
News, September 25, 2023
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2023’s Best & Worst States for Teachers, WalletHub Study
News, September 25, 2023
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Carol Tomé & Dr. Louis Sullivan Named 2024 Georgia Trustees
Features, September 22, 2023
The Georgia Historical Society announced that Carol Tomé, CEO of UPS, and Dr. Louis Sullivan, founding Dean and President of the Morehouse School of Medicine and the 17th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will be inducted by the Georgia Historical Society and the Office of the Governor as the newest Georgia Trustees.
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Gov. Kemp Accepts James A. Van Fleet Award from The Korea Society
News, September 21, 2023
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New Agreement Provides a Pathway for Young Harris College Students to Enter PCOM Georgia's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
News, September 21, 2023
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These 6 US Airports Named Best in the WORLD for Restaurant Choices
News, September 21, 2023
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Albany Chamber Star Business of the Week: Kenneth S. Nugent, Attorneys at Law
News, September 20, 2023
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Mars Wrigley and Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Unveil New COMBOS Sign at Manufacturing Site
Features, September 19, 2023
Mars Wrigley, with the support of the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, unveiled a new sign at the company’s Albany facility, proudly showcasing the site’s COMBOS line and celebrating Mars Wrigley’s continued commitment to Albany. The occasion was celebrated with an Albany Area Chamber ribbon cutting.
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Albany Area Chamber Hosts PROPEL: A Women at Work Program
Features, September 18, 2023
The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, as a component of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative, recently hosted PROPEL: A Women at Work Program at Chehaw’s Creekside center.
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USG Foundation Raises $827,000 for Need-Based Student Scholarships
Features, September 18, 2023
The 19th annual Regents’ Scholarship Gala on Friday, Sept. 8, raised $827,000 from generous sponsors to support and provide need-based scholarships for University System of Georgia (USG) students across the state.
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Survey: Employers, Employees Finds U.S. Business Productivity is Unexpected Casualty of Inflation
News, September 18, 2023
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Cities Connect: How to Attract the Film and Television Business to Your Community
News, September 15, 2023
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PIN 2023 Cleantech Community Research Grant Winners Announced
News, September 14, 2023
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35.1% Of Georgia Households Are Without Credit Cards, 10th Most in the U.S.
News, September 14, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: DDHT Insurors
News, September 13, 2023
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Girls on the Run Superstar Coach Serves Community after Hurricane Idalia
News, September 12, 2023
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Georgia Tech’s GaMEP is Driving Innovation in Manufacturing Across Georgia
Features, September 12, 2023
“A stitch in time saves nine,” goes the old saying. For a company in Georgia that adage became very real when damage to a key piece of machinery threatened its operation. The group helping with the stitch in time was the Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP), a Georgia Tech program that — for more than 60 years — has been helping small- to medium-sized manufacturers in Georgia stay competitive and grow, boosting economic development across the state.
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Chehaw Hosting Annual Casino Night Fundraiser
Features, September 11, 2023
Chehaw is hosting its annual Black Jack & Black Rhinos Casino Night Fundraiser Thursday, Sept. 21 at the Creekside Center from 6 to 10 p.m. Guests will be transported to Las Vegas and have the opportunity to try their luck at a variety of live action game tables like blackjack, craps, roulette, and Texas hold ‘em.
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Colony Bank Opens Nominations for 2024 Colony Leadership Academy
News, September 07, 2023
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4.4% of Georgia Workers Are Union Members, 8th Lowest in the U.S.
News, September 06, 2023
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Cities Connect: Connected Resilient Communities
News, September 06, 2023
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What's Going on at Chehaw
News, September 05, 2023
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Travelers Mark Unofficial End of Summer over Labor Day Weekend
News, August 30, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Star Business of the Week: The Cookie Shoppe
News, August 29, 2023
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Georgia Millennials Took Out 56.7% of Home Purchase Loans
News, August 29, 2023
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Port of Savannah Receives Four New Electric Ship-to-Shore Cranes
News, August 28, 2023
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Zaxby’s Auctions Off First-Ever Bottle of Zax Sauce to Celebrate ‘Saucetember’
News, August 28, 2023
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Albany Area Chamber Hosts State of the Community: “Issues & Insights”
Features, August 25, 2023
The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce’s signature "State of the Community" event Wednesday featured dynamic panels of prominent leaders who engaged in a comprehensive dialogue about pressing topics shaping the Albany Area, including health care, housing, economic development education and transportation.
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ASU Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Arun Saha
News, August 25, 2023
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Southern Company & PGA TOUR Partner to Power TOUR Championship with 100% Renewable Energy for Second Consecutive Year
News, August 25, 2023
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Cities Connect: New EPD Grant - Tire Products
News, August 25, 2023
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Atlanta #7 in 2023’s Best Cities for Dog Lovers
News, August 25, 2023
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Subway Sold to Roark Capital, Private Equity Firm
News, August 25, 2023
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Real Estate Alert Reports That Smaller Investment Sales Declined 29% at Midyear, But Outpace Institutional Sales
News, August 25, 2023
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New CheapAir.com Study Reveals Holiday Airfare Prediction
News, August 25, 2023
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CE Family Announces CEO Transition
Features, August 24, 2023
The CE Family, a leading conglomerate of businesses, is excited to announce a significant transition within its organization. CEO Natalie Dixon has decided to embark on a new journey, following her passion for ministry with Hope City United Church. This transition marks an inspiring change for both the CE Family and Natalie Dixon herself.
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Redaptive Secures $125M Financing from Deutsche Bank to Deploy Energy-As-A-Service Solutions for Sustainability Programs
News, August 24, 2023
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76.4% Of Georgia Residents Still Use Brick-And-Mortar Banks, Lowest in the U.S.
News, August 24, 2023
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Georgia Energy Cities Showcase Prime Business Opportunities During ECG-MEAG Power Economic Development Southwest Georgia Bus Tour
Features, August 23, 2023
This week marked a pivotal event as the Georgia Energy Cities extended a warm welcome to the ECG | MEAG Power Economic Development Southwest Georgia Bus Tour. This initiative has unveiled the promising prospects available for potential businesses seeking to establish a foothold in Georgia.