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• Georgia Housing Market Shows Stability at Midyear

  August 12, 2026

  Georgia’s housing market remained steady through the first half of 2026, with new listings and pending sales edging higher while closed sales stayed close to last year’s pace, according to the Georgia REALTORS’ June 2026 Monthly Market Indicators report.

• CEO Confidence Increased at Start of Q3

  August 12, 2026

  The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence in collaboration with The Business Council rose to 52 in Q3 2026, up from 47 in Q2. Despite a partial rebound from last quarter's sharp drop, confidence among leaders of large firms remained well below the level of 59 recorded in Q1 2026.

• Take GMA’s City Hall Selfie Challenge: Help Georgia Reclaim the Top Spot!

  August 11, 2026

  City Hall Selfie Day returns today - August 11th, and GMA is challenging Georgia’s cities to help us reclaim the top spot for statewide participation! In 2025, Georgia tied with Alabama for the most City Hall Selfie Day posts in the nation. This year, we’re aiming to come out on top—and we need your help to make this happen.

• Mistakes Can Cost You! Call 811 Before You Dig

  August 10, 2026

  As 811 Day (August 11) approaches, Georgia 811 reminds everyone that whether you're planting a tree, installing a mailbox, building a fence, or tackling a major construction project, one simple step can make all the difference.

• First Lady Marty Kemp Receives Blanchard Servant Leadership Award

  August 10, 2026

  Last week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce presented the Georgia Chamber Blanchard Servant Leadership Award to First Lady Marty Kemp. The Blanchard Servant Leadership Award recognizes a Georgia leader who exemplifies the highest ideals of servant leadership, civic engagement, and commitment to the greater good.

• Albany Area Primary Health Care Marks National Health Center Week with 47 Years of Serving Southwest Georgia

  August 07, 2026

  Albany Area Primary Health Care joins the National Association of Community Health Centers and over 1,500 Community Health Centers across the country to celebrate National Health Center Week. For 47 years, Albany Area Primary Health Care has provided quality care to southwest Georgia.

• Georgia Gubernatorial Candidates Pitch Competing Plans at Georgia Chamber Congressional Luncheon

  August 07, 2026

  Georgia’s two candidates for governor showcased their competing plans for healthcare, jobs and other top issues at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce's Congressional Luncheon in Athens on Wednesday.

• Georgia Power CEO Kim Greene: Higher Electric Prices & Lower Reliability? Not in Georgia.

  August 07, 2026

  If you’re reading the headlines, you may have noticed a seemingly nationwide crisis – the increased use of artificial intelligence and cloud storage by all of us is driving an electricity demand surge unlike anything in recent memory.

• Blue Bird Vision Electric School Bus Wins Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

  August 06, 2026

  Yesyerday, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the Blue Bird Vision Electric School Bus at the winner of the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition. The announcement was made during the Georgia Chamber’s 2026 Congressional Luncheon.

• Draffin Tucker Recognized Among the Nation’s Top 300 Accounting Firms

  August 05, 2026

  Draffin Tucker has again been recognized among the IPA 300, placing the firm among the nation’s largest accounting firms. The annual ranking is published by INSIDE Public Accounting using net revenue data submitted through the IPA Practice Management Survey.

• Georgia EMC Announces Heather Teilhet as Next President/CEO

  August 04, 2026

  After a comprehensive national search, the Board of Directors of Georgia EMC is pleased to announce the selection of Heather Teilhet as the organization’s next President/CEO. She will take office on January 4, 2027.

• Eric Tanenblatt: The Midterms Are Coming. Is Your Business Ready?

  August 03, 2026

  The 2026 midterm elections are still months away, but for business owners, executives, investors and directors, the time to prepare is now.

• UPS Makes Shipping Easier than Ever with New Digital Tools for SMB Customers

  August 03, 2026

  UPS is putting more power directly into the hands of SMB customers with a series of shipping enhancements, including new pickup management tools, faster label creation and expanded mobile capabilities.

• Georgia Productions Remain Steady as Competition Heats Up

  July 31, 2026

  The film and entertainment industry is evolving. Yet through all the change and disruption, the industry in Georgia remains steady, continuing to support jobs and drive economic prosperity across the state.

• Georgia Chamber Launches OneDigital HR Services to Help Employers Strengthen Workforce

  July 30, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce today announced the launch of OneDigital HR Services, a new member resource designed to help Georgia employers navigate today's increasingly complex workforce landscape through comprehensive human resources consulting and strategic support.

• Governor Kemp Announces 44 Appointments to Boards, Authorities, & Commissions

  July 29, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp yesterday announced 44 appointments and reappointments to various state boards, authorities, and commissions across Georgia.

• Georgia Cities Week Celebrates Record Participation, Official Recognition, & Community Pride Across the State

  July 28, 2026

  Across Georgia, communities once again came together to celebrate Georgia Cities Week—a statewide tradition that invites residents to experience, appreciate, and engage with their local governments that serve them every day.

• Georgia DOT Awards Nearly $3.2B for Fiscal Year 2026, Includes $74.3M in Construction Contracts in June

  July 24, 2026

  At the monthly State Transportation Board meeting held in June, the last month of FY 2026, 20 projects were awarded for statewide projects valued at approximately $74.3 million.

• Phoebe Hospitals Nationally Recognized for Commitment to Excellence in Heart Attack Care Across Southwest Georgia

  July 23, 2026

  Phoebe Putney Health System is proud to announce that all three of its hospitals - Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (PPMH), Phoebe Sumter Medical Center (PSMC), and Phoebe Worth Medical Center (PWMC) - have earned prestigious American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines recognitions for excellence in cardiovascular and stroke care.

• Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary at 2026 Military Affairs Rise N Shine

  July 22, 2026

  The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2026 Military Affairs Rise N' Shine on Friday at Sherwood Baptist Church, bringing together military leadership, elected officials, business leaders, and community members to celebrate the enduring partnership between Southwest Georgia and Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany while commemorating the 250th Anniversary of America.

• Georgia Chamber Announces Top 2 Finalists in 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

  July 22, 2026

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the Top 2 finalists in the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition, presented by Synovus, now merged with Pinnacle Financial Partners.

• Chronic Absenteeism Hits Another Post-Pandemic Low in Georgia, as Efforts to Reduce Absence Rates Continue

  July 22, 2026

  Chronic absenteeism in Georgia's public schools again declined during the 2025-2026 school year, reaching a new post-pandemic low and continuing a five-year trend of improvement.

• Hannah's Story: Building a Better Future for Her Family

  July 21, 2026

  After entering Georgia's foster care system at age 11, Hannah spent seven years in care and experienced 17 different placements before aging out. As a young mother of three, she faced overwhelming challenges, balancing parenthood with unstable housing, unreliable transportation, and the daily struggle to provide for her family.

• Georgia Chamber Launches Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance

  July 21, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of the Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance, a new initiative designed to bring together business leaders, infrastructure providers, utilities, community stakeholders, and key industries to support Georgia’s continued leadership in the rapidly growing digital economy.

• Georgia Hospital Association Announces 2026-2027 Board of Trustees & New Board Chair Vicki Lewis

  July 20, 2026

  Coffee Regional Medical Center President and CEO Vicki Lewis, FACHE, was installed as the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Georgia Hospital Association at the association’s Annual Meeting of the Assembly on July 9th.

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