About Staff Report
Authored 8258 articles.
-
Georgia Breaks Economic Development Records for Third Year in a Row
Features, August 09, 2023
Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, yesterday announced that for the third year in a row the state broke records for economic development during Fiscal Year 2023.
-
Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Necco Foster Care
News, August 08, 2023
-
Georgia Ranks Among Top 10 States That Enjoy Dining-Out
News, August 08, 2023
-
What's Going on at Chehaw
News, August 07, 2023
-
Gulfstream G550 Completes 1 Millionth Flight"
News, August 03, 2023
-
‘Push’ in Case of Emergency: AT&T Delivers New School Safety Solution, Powered by FirstNet, Intrado and NextGen 9-1-1
News, August 03, 2023
-
Albany Named First Expansion Market of 2024 Announced by NISL
Features, August 02, 2023
The National Indoor Soccer League announced Albany as its first expansion market for the 2024 season. The new team, yet to be named, will play in the Albany Civic Center, part of the Flint River Entertainment Complex.
-
ECG and the Gas Authority Announce Partnership Forming the Georgia Energy Cities
Features, August 02, 2023
Electric Cities of Georgia and the Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia have created a new force for economic development in Georgia.
-
Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Preventia Security of Albany
News, August 01, 2023
-
Steel Manufacturer to Bring 25 New Jobs and Invest Over $5M in Albany
Features, August 01, 2023
Diamond Door Products, a Texas commercial and industrial steel manufacturer, has chosen Albany to expand its operation. The new location, expected to be fully operational early in the New Year 2024, is actively moving equipment in and working on the setup. Diamond’s Albany facility will create 25 new jobs and house more than 100 manufacturing units within their first two years.
-
SBA Georgia Upcoming Events Training in August
News, August 01, 2023
-
Georgians Among the Friendliest & Most Welcoming in the Country
Features, July 31, 2023
A road trip's magic isn't merely stitched together by appealing accommodations, tantalizing dining spots, scenic routes, or well-maintained roads, although these are certainly essential threads. At the heart of a truly memorable road trip, the fondness of the memories that outlive the journey itself, is the warmth of the people encountered along the way.
-
Study: 2023’s States With the Highest Job Resignation Rates
News, July 31, 2023
-
AT&T and Human I-T Provide 50 Laptops to Strive2Thrive
Features, July 28, 2023
Fifty refurbished laptops were given to Albany students and families as part of AT&T’s nationwide commitment to help bridge the digital divide yesterday. The laptops, funded by an AT&T donation to Human I-T, were given to Albany area residents in need as part of the Strive2Thrive Program.
-
Albany Area Chamber’s Barbara Rivera Holmes Graduates from Institute for Organization Management
News, July 28, 2023
Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, is pleased to announce Barbara Rivera Holmes, IOM, president & CEO of the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, has graduated from the program and has received the recognition of IOM.
-
Georgia Lottery Annual Profits for HOPE, Pre-K Top $1.51B
Features, July 28, 2023
The Georgia Lottery Corp. announced it raised $1,516,383,000 for education in fiscal year 2023, bringing the total transferred to the State Treasury’s Lottery for Education Account since inception in 1993 to more than $26.8 billion.
-
Study: States Experiencing the Quickest Recovery of Unemployment Claims
News, July 28, 2023
-
Colony Bankcorp Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results
News, July 27, 2023
-
Georgia Ranks Second as the State Where Real Estate Investment is Proving Most Popular
News, July 27, 2023
-
Building Careers in the Skilled Trades; Construction Ready Launches New Podcast with Chip and Pauli Wade
News, July 27, 2023
-
Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: US Screen Printing and Signs
News, July 26, 2023
-
AB&T - Openness to Opportunities Leads to Local Success
News, July 26, 2023
-
UnitedHealthcare Donates $1.5 Million To Six Nonprofit Organizations in Georgia
News, July 26, 2023
-
2023's Most Hurricane-Vulnerable Counties
News, July 26, 2023
-
GACCE Awards Emerge Grants for Innovative Programs
News, July 25, 2023
-
Georgia Students Are 8th Most Heavily Targeted by Credit Card Marketing
News, July 25, 2023
-
Study: Current Changes in State Unemployment Rates
News, July 25, 2023
-
Fostering Success Act, Inc. Launches to Help Georgians Contribute to New State Foster Care Tax Credit
Features, July 24, 2023
The Fostering Success Act, Inc., a new non-profit, has launched to help Georgians contribute to a new $20 million state tax credit program that will not only reduce their state income tax burden but raises funds to support young adults aging out of the foster care system.
-
Gov. Kemp Announces Donovan Head as New Executive Director of State Charter Schools Commission
News, July 24, 2023
-
Georgia Citizens are Staying Fit with THESE Workouts, According to New Study
News, July 24, 2023
-
South Georgia Women’s Leadership Initiative Recruiting Inaugural Class
Features, July 21, 2023
Women across South Georgia are being offered a first-ever chance to participate in a women’s leadership initiative focused specifically on the needs, challenges and opportunities facing women in thirty-two counties throughout the region.
-
Gov. Kemp Announces 77 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions
News, July 21, 2023
-
Colony Bank Welcomes Jill Tilley as Vice President, Treasury Solutions Advisor
News, July 20, 2023
-
Nominations Open for Albany Area Chamber’s Business Awards
Features, July 20, 2023
Nominations are open for the Albany Area Chamber Business Awards, a prestigious annual event which celebrates businesses and organizations in the region that have demonstrated a unique vision, innovation and best business practices.
-
Hartsfield-Jackson Once Again Named World's Busiest Airport
Features, July 20, 2023
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport once again retains its status as the world's busiest airport as determined by Airports Council International.
-
Chuck E. Cheese Completes Brand Transformation in Georgia with $6.25M in CapEx Investment
News, July 20, 2023
-
Georgia's Most Googled Injuries, According to New Study
News, July 20, 2023
-
South GeorgiaLEADS Opens Recruitment for Seventh Year
Features, July 19, 2023
South GeorgiaLEADS opens recruitment for the 2023-2024 cohort of its 21-county leadership development initiative.
-
Albany Area Chamber of Star Business of the Week: A-1 Wrecker Service
News, July 19, 2023
-
Leadership GBA Board of Directors Elects and Installs Officers and Directors
News, July 19, 2023
-
Introducing The Scrap Yard - Albany's Premier Destination for Sustainable Metal Recycling Solutions
Features, July 18, 2023
The Scrap Yard, formerly known as Southeastern Aluminum and Recycling, is excited to announce its grand opening in Albany, under its new name. With a strong focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility, The Scrap Yard continues to offer comprehensive metal recycling services to individuals and businesses in the local community.
-
GACCE Announces New Georgia Certified Chamber Executives
News, July 18, 2023
-
Speaker Jon Burns Names Former State Representative Terry England as Chief of Staff
News, July 18, 2023
-
Georgia #9 Best State to Startup an LLC
Features, July 18, 2023
Brand new research conducted by small business advice company Venture Smarter reveals the best and worst states to start up an LLC.
-
The States Who Falsely Report Illness to Get Out of Work the Most
News, July 18, 2023
-
Star Business of the Week: U-Save-It Pharmacy’s South Albany Location
News, July 17, 2023
-
Inaugural Event Celebrates Southern Leadership in Innovation
Features, July 17, 2023
Consensus Digital Media hosted the first-ever Southern Surge Next Generation Manufacturing Summit in Atlanta. More than 150 elected leaders, industry executives, educators, students, economic development officials, policymakers, and community stakeholders from throughout the region converged in Atlanta to discuss the blueprint for leading the U.S. toward a more prosperous and sustainable future.
-
Georgians Wants These Cosmetic Procedures the Most, According to Study
News, July 17, 2023
-
Georgia Captures 8 Rankings in Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards
Features, July 14, 2023
Explore Georgia, the tourism division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, is proud to celebrate the state’s recognition in Travel + Leisure’s 2023 World’s Best Awards announced July 11.
-
Augusta Named as the Golf Course Fans Dream about Playing at the Most
News, July 14, 2023
-
EarliTec Diagnostics Receives FDA 510(k) Authorization for Next-Generation EarliPoint Evaluation for Autism Spectrum Disorder
News, July 14, 2023
EarliTec Diagnostics, Inc., a digital health company developing novel diagnostic and therapeutic products for children with autism spectrum disorder and early childhood vulnerabilities, today announced U.S. Food and Drug Administration 510(k) authorization of the second generation of its EarliPoint Evaluation for ASD for children ages 16-30 months old.
-
Study: States Where Unemployment Claims Are Increasing the Most
News, July 13, 2023
-
Georgia Wins Big at National SkillsUSA Conference
Features, July 12, 2023
The highly anticipated SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference took place in Atlanta recently, and Georgia once again emerged as a leading force on the national stage. Demonstrating exceptional talent and dedication, Georgia's participants achieved remarkable success, earning a grand total of 68 medals across both the Secondary and Postsecondary divisions, solidifying Georgia's position as the #5 state in the country.
-
Recent Data Shows Value-Based Care Improves Health Outcomes in Georgia
News, July 12, 2023
-
Georgia's US Route 27 Ranked the 44th Most Feared Road Trip in America
News, July 12, 2023
-
Georgia Has the 13th Lowest Concentration of Electricians
News, July 11, 2023
-
Study: Best Small Cities to Start a Business
News, July 11, 2023
-
2023’s Geekiest Cities in America
News, July 11, 2023
-
SBA Georgia Upcoming Events and Training
News, July 10, 2023
-
43% of Executives Say Companies Have Been Weakened by Business Disruptions & Market Volatility
News, July 10, 2023
-
Georgia Ranks Second for Property Investment Interest
News, July 07, 2023
-
Survey: Entrepreneurs Increasingly Motivated to Create Positive Change for Local Communities
Features, July 06, 2023
With an estimated 582 million entrepreneurs in the world today, new research conducted by the Entrepreneurs' Organization shows that founders of small to mid-size companies are more focused on driving positive change for their local communities today compared to 2013, and nearly half feel a responsibility to support the next generation of entrepreneurs.
-
GBA Elects and Installs Officers and Directors to its Board
Features, July 05, 2023
Georgia Bankers Association members have elected and installed officers for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and added eight members to its board of directors.
-
Gov. Kemp Announces New Agency Head Appointments for OPB, DNR, EPD, & DCH
Features, July 05, 2023
On Friday, Governor Brian Kemp announced numerous appointments for state agencies.
-
CSO Role Grows in Importance to Guide Organizations Through Disruptive Times
News, July 05, 2023
-
What's Going on at Chehaw
News, June 30, 2023
-
Get to Know Oscar Henderson: Making an Impact from Behind the Scenes at PCOM South Georgia
News, June 30, 2023
-
Colony Bank Names Derek Shelnutt Chief Financial Officer
News, June 30, 2023
-
Hartsfield-Jackson Prepares for Busy Independence Day Travel Period
Features, June 30, 2023
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and its partners are preparing to host more than 2.5 million passengers during the Independence Day holiday period from yesterday through Thursday of next wek. Today is projected to be the busiest day with nearly 367,000 passengers traveling through ATL.
-
GMA Presents Lifetime Achievement Award to Former Executive Director Jim Burgess
News, June 29, 2023
-
Wild Adventures Named Top Theme Park in Georgia
News, June 29, 2023
-
Changes in Unemployment Rate by State, WalletHub Study
News, June 29, 2023
-
MCLB Albany Receives Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence
Features, June 28, 2023
Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin announced Friday the 2023 recipients of the Commander in Chief's Annual Award for Installation Excellence, or CINC Award. Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany was named this year’s U.S. Marine Corps recipient.
-
Chamber’s Laura Russ Graduates from Talent Pipeline Management Academy
News, June 28, 2023
-
Mayor Randall Walker Sworn in as Georgia Municipal Association President
Features, June 28, 2023
Mayor of Perry, Randall Walker, has been elected president of the Georgia Municipal Association for 2023-2024. He was sworn in as president at GMA’s Annual Convention in Savannah on Sunday, June 25.
-
Gov. & First Lady Kemp Celebrate Anovion Technologies Groundbreaking in Bainbridge
News, June 28, 2023
-
The Very First Entrepreneur Empire Awards Coming to the State of Georgia
News, June 28, 2023
-
Julie Smith Inducted into the Georgia Municipal Hall of Fame
News, June 28, 2023
-
Traveling With Your Dog or Cat? Pet Releaf Shares Insights as Pet Owners Prepare For Summer
News, June 28, 2023
-
Albany Area Chamber Star Business of the Week: Brimberry, Kaplan & Brimberry
News, June 27, 2023
-
‘Middle-Age’ Begins at 40 for the Average Georgian, According to Study
News, June 27, 2023
-
Albany-Dougherty EDC Announces Partnership with Faithstep Films for Next Movie
Features, June 26, 2023
The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission, the Albany Convention & Visitors Bureau, and Faithstep Films are proud to announce a partnership with the Kendrick Brothers to film their next movie in Dougherty County. The Kendrick Brothers have a longtime career in movie production, producing movies such as Flywheel, Fireproof, Facing the Giants, and War Room and have decided to keep the production for their upcoming film here at home.
-
Colony Bank Donates $195,000 To Support Nine Schools Through Georgia Goal Scholarship Program
News, June 26, 2023
-
Study: 2023’s Best & Worst Places to Start a Career
News, June 26, 2023
-
Americans Believe They Will Need $1.27 Million to Retire Comfortably
News, June 26, 2023
-
Frank Griffin of Flint Community Bank Named Chairman-Elect of Community Bankers Association of Georgia
News, June 23, 2023
-
The Home Depot Sets Goal for Battery-powered Products
News, June 23, 2023
-
Georgia Ranks 3rd in States Where Employers Are Struggling the Most in Hiring
News, June 23, 2023
-
Southern Company System Granted FAA Waiver for Autonomous BVLOS Operations
News, June 23, 2023
-
Georgia Municipal Association to Host Annual Convention June 23-27 in Savannah
Features, June 23, 2023
The Georgia Municipal Association will hold its annual convention and celebrate its 90th anniversary at the Savannah Convention Center June 23-27. More than 2400 municipal leaders from around the state of Georgia will gather to unite, grow, learn and network.
-
2023’s Most Expensive Metro Areas for Renters
News, June 23, 2023
-
The Conference Board Leading Economic Index for the U.S. Declined Further in May
News, June 23, 2023
-
Affordability Crisis: United States Needs 4.3 Million More Homes
News, June 23, 2023
-
Phoebe Welcomes New Class of Residents
Features, June 22, 2023
Seven new physician residents are now members of the Phoebe Family. Phoebe and community leaders welcomed the Phoebe Family Medicine Residency Class of 2026 to southwest Georgia at an annual ceremony on the health system’s main campus Wednesday morning.
-
AB&T Launches Community Banker Role to Foster Stronger Community Connections
News, June 22, 2023
-
Study: 2.8% of Georgia Workforce are Temp Workers, 4th Most in U.S.
News, June 21, 2023
-
C&H Precision to Expand Manufacturing and Headquarters in Richmond Hill
News, June 21, 2023
-
Tony DelCampo Installed as 61st President of State Bar of Georgia
Features, June 21, 2023
Hon. J. Antonio “Tony” DelCampo is the 61st president of the State Bar of Georgia. DelCampo, partner at DelCampo Grayson Lopez LLC, was installed as the 61st president of the 54,000 member State Bar of Georgia on June 10th.
-
Mandela Washington Fellowship Returns to UGA in Summer 2023
News, June 21, 2023
-
Divestiture Trends: 2023 Could See More Sell-Offs, but Expect Lengthier and More Extensive Diligence
News, June 20, 2023