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• Georgia Business Leaders Invest in Generosity at Record Levels but Miss the Mark on What Drives Real Returns

  August 15, 2025

  Overall, the 2025 Business Generosity Report by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO reveals that both executives and their employees agree that business generosity drives business success.

• Georgia-based Lockheed Martin C-130 Production Helps Peach State Take Off

  August 14, 2025

  In an era where interests and trends shift, one business and product in Georgia defies the odds. Lockheed Martin’s C-130 production line in Marietta, home to the iconic C-130J Super Hercules, is the longest running military aircraft production line in the world. A model of manufacturing endurance and consistency.

• University System of Georgia’s Economic Impact Increases to $23.1 Billion

  August 13, 2025

  The University System of Georgia powered $23.1 billion into the state’s economy in FY 2024 – a 5.4% jump from last year – while recent graduates stand to earn $1.4 million more over their lifetimes thanks to their degrees, two new studies show.

• Ready, Set, Smile Georgia Cities: City Hall Selfie Day is Today!

  August 12, 2025

  City Hall Selfie Day turns 10 this year! Today - Tuesday, August 12th, cities across Georgia and the nation will once again join in a fun, light-hearted tradition that puts public service—and the people behind it—front and center.

• 8/11 Reminds Georgia Residents to Contact 811 Before Digging to Protect Yourself and Your Community

  August 11, 2025

  Georgia 811 is using the 8-1-1 calendar date as a timely reminder to residents: Always contact 811 before starting any digging project to have underground utilities marked.

• Georgia Milestones: Students Improve in Math and Other Subjects but Struggle in English

  August 11, 2025

  Georgia students posted modest academic gains in most of the tested grades and subjects last school year except in one key area.

• Dr. John Culbreath Remembered for Service & Kindness

  August 08, 2025

  Dr. John W. Culbreath, who made history as the first African American superintendent of the Dougherty County School System and served from 1995 to 2001, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 5th. During and after his superintendency, Dr. Culbreath extended his service across the region—serving on civic boards including the Phoebe Putney Health System, working with Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity to mentor middle school boys, and contributing to poverty-alleviation efforts like Strive2Thrive.

• Georgia Chamber Publishes Seventh Report on the Impact of Tariffs on Georgia’s Economy

  August 08, 2025

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the publication of its seventh tariff report, Strategic Trade Shifts & Georgia’s Outlook. The report was released following the Trump Administration’s August 1st deadline for countries to reach trade deals with the United States.

• Georgia Means Business: National Recognition, Global Opportunity

  August 07, 2025

  Highlighted by Fortune for its unmatched business climate, Georgia continues to lead the way in attracting investment, building infrastructure, and supporting innovation across every sector. Decades of strategic planning and collaboration have made the agriculture-rich Peach State a magnet for industries of the future looking to grow and a place where communities thrive alongside them.

• goBeyondProfit Report Reveals Growing Workplace Skepticism: A Guide to Building Loyalty That Withstands Turbulent Times

  August 06, 2025

  The 2025 Business Generosity Report by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO reveals a critical misalignment that directly impacts productivity and consistently influences employee decisions to stay or leave. While employees may not be leaving now, our report reveals key employees are quietly looking for companies that offer what they value.

• TCSG & WorkSource GA to Invest in Displaced Workers of Georgia-Pacific Closure

  August 06, 2025

  When Georgia-Pacific, LLC announced in May that it would be closing its containerboard manufacturing mill in Cedar Springs, the news was a major blow for more than 500 employees. Now, thanks to a newly awarded $1.8 million federal grant, WorkSource Georgia and its partners will have more resources to help affected Georgia workers find new jobs and opportunities.

• Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Semifinalist Announced

  August 06, 2025

  Four products, Lockheed C-130J Super Hercules, da Vinci Surgical System, Midnight EVTOL, and Gulfstream Jets advanced to the semifinals of the Coolest Thing Made in Georgia.

• Powering Georgia’s Future: How Constructive State Policies Keep Energy Reliable and Affordable

  August 05, 2025

  Across the country, the cost of basic needs like food, housing, and utilities continues to rise. At the same time, Georgia is growing. Businesses and families are moving to our state, and with that growth comes increased demand for energy.

• Downtown Albany Commercial Historic District Added to National Register of Historic Places

  August 04, 2025

  The Georgia Department of Community Affairs, through the Historic Preservation Division, has officially announced that the Downtown Albany Commercial Historic District has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places, effective July 15th.

• AARP Georgia Seeks 2025 Andrus Award for Community Service Nominees

  August 04, 2025

  AARP Georgia is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Andrus Award for Community Service, the organization’s most prestigious volunteer tribute. This annual award honors outstanding Georgians age 50 and older who share their experience, skills, and time to enrich the lives of others in their communities.

• Leadership Georgia Announces 2025 Awards Recipients

  July 31, 2025

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees proudly announces the 2025 recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards. These awards recognize and honor Georgians who exemplify the principles of Leadership Georgia through their leadership, commitment, and stewardship, all of which benefit Georgia and its communities.

• Port of Savannah Sees Second Busiest Year on Record

  July 30, 2025

  The Georgia Ports Authority moved 5.7 million twenty-foot equivalent container units in fiscal year, an increase of 8.6 percent or 450,000 TEUs compared to the previous fiscal year. FY2025 was the Port of Savannah’s second busiest year on record, and the rate of growth shows continuing strength in Georgia’s logistics trajectory.

• Union Pacific Acquires Georgia-Based Norfolk Southern to Create America’s First Transcontinental Railroad

  July 30, 2025

  Union Pacific Corporation and Norfolk Southern Corporation announced an agreement to create America’s first transcontinental railroad, connecting over 50,000 route miles across 43 states from the East Coast to the West Coast. This combination will transform the U.S. supply chain and create new sources of economic growth and workforce opportunity that preserves union jobs.

• Albany Area Chamber Hosts 2025 Military Affairs Rise N Shine

  July 28, 2025

  The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2025 Military Affairs Rise N Shine on Thursday at Albany State University’s West Campus, bringing together civic leaders, military leadership and personnel, and members of the community to highlight the longstanding partnership between the Albany area and Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany. This year’s event marked the highest attendance since 2019, reflecting the community’s continued investment in and support of its military partnership.

• From Vision to Action: 2025 Young Gamechangers Embark on Athens-Clarke County

  July 28, 2025

  GeorgiaForward kicked off its 2025 session of its Young Gamechangers program in Athens-Clarke County, welcoming 48 bright and driven young professionals from across the state. The cohort begins an eight-month journey aimed at tackling some of Athens-Clarke County’s most pressing challenges through fresh perspectives, collaboration, and civic innovation.

• GACCE Awards Grants for Innovative Programs

  July 28, 2025

  The Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives awarded their 2025 Innovative Program Grants at the Executive Leadership Conference held in Jekyll Island.

• Survey: Some SMBs See AI as a Tool, Not a Threat to Jobs

  July 28, 2025

  New research from Bluevine–the largest small business banking platform in the U.S*.–shows that small business owners see AI's potential to shake up how they manage their finances–but unlike corporations making headlines for AI-driven layoffs, most SMBs say they're not planning to cut jobs because of it.

• Georgia Welcomes the World: Cities Gear Up for FIFA World Cup

  July 25, 2025

  The world’s largest sporting event is coming to Georgia, creating unprecedented opportunities for communities statewide to showcase southern hospitality on a global stage.

• Clean Energy Tour Powers Through Georgia with New Tech and Fleet Solutions

  July 25, 2025

  The 15th annual Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow hosted by PSC Commissioner Tim Echols and produced by Event Energy Partners kicks off August 12th with three consecutive tour-stops in Savannah, Macon, and Lawrenceville.

• New Research from Generation Underscores The Importance of Remote Work for US Rural Communities

  July 24, 2025

  New data from Generation, the global economic mobility nonprofit, reveals how midcareer workers are navigating economic uncertainty and employment challenges in rural America. The report, Rural America Is Ready for Remote Work, is based on a study commissioned by Generation and conducted by YouGov across rural counties in the 17 states that make up the Appalachian and Delta regions of the United States.

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