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• ADEDC Announces Zachary Dykes as Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Project Management

  July 16, 2026

  The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission announced that Zachary Dykes has accepted the position of Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Project Management, a senior leadership role focused on advancing the organization’s strategic priorities, business recruitment and retention efforts, product development, workforce initiatives, infrastructure coordination, marketing efforts, and special projects.

• Georgia Power Reaffirms Longstanding Commitment to Make Growth Work for Customers with Customer Protection Pledge

  July 16, 2026

  With new residents moving to the state and large-energy users like data centers and manufacturers choosing Georgia, Georgia Power continues to work to ensure that growth benefits all Georgia Power customers.

• CEO Confidence Slips in Q2 as Inflation and Economic Uncertainty Take Hold

  July 16, 2026

  Small and midsize business CEOs' confidence in the economy declined in the second quarter of 2026, according to the latest CEO Confidence Index from Vistage, a CEO coaching and peer advisory organization.

• Albany Civil Rights Institute Makes History with First-Ever Freedom Schools Summer Program Finale

  July 13, 2026

  The Albany Civil Rights Institute is proud to announce the successful completion of its inaugural Children's Defense Fund Freedom Schools Summer Camp, marking a historic milestone in the organization's mission to educate, empower, and inspire future generations of leaders.

• Top 8 Products Announced in Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

  July 10, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced today the Top 8 finalists in the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition, presented by Synovus, now merged with Pinnacle Financial Partners. After thousands of votes from across the country and around the world, only eight Georgia-made products remain in the bracket-style competition celebrating the innovation, craftsmanship, and manufacturing excellence that power Georgia's economy.

• Georgia Council for the Arts Awards 179 Organizations $1.3 Million in Grant Funding

  July 09, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Economic Development team specialized in empowering arts and culture, Georgia Council for the Arts, today announced that $1.3M in competitive grant funding will be distributed to recipients in 37 counties across the state through its fiscal year 2027 General Operating Support, Project, and Arts Education Program grants.

• Gov. Kemp Leads Economic Development Mission to Scotland and Ireland

  July 09, 2026

  Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that he and First Lady Marty Kemp are leading an international mission this week to foster economic relationships in Scotland and Ireland, including a meeting with Executive Chair Euisun Chung and other senior leadership from Hyundai Motor Group and Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Prime Minister of Ireland.

• From Pennies to Protests, New Georgia Laws Alter Penalties, Programs and Protections

  July 07, 2026

  New state laws took effect Wednesday, bringing new mandates that will change life for Georgians in both obvious and unseen ways.

• Georgia Launches New Office of Education and Workforce Strategy

  July 07, 2026

  Effective, July 1, 2026, the Governor's Office of Student Achievement (GOSA) officially becomes the Governor's Office of Education and Workforce Strategy (GOEWS), marking a significant evolution in how Georgia coordinates education and workforce policy under one roof.

• Albany Awarded State Grant to Advance Pecan Grove Industrial Park

  July 06, 2026

  The Albany-Dougherty Economic Development Commission has been awarded a $135,000 state grant to help advance development of the Pecan Grove Industrial Park, strengthening the community's ability to compete for new industry, jobs, and private investment.

• Georgia Historical Society Elects Clyde Tuggle as Board Chair & Adds Riley Blount, BJ Green, & T. Dallas Smith to Board

  July 06, 2026

  The Georgia Historical Society is pleased to announce the election of three distinguished leaders to its Board of Curators: Riley Blount, BJ Green, and T. Dallas Smith, which were at the Society’s 187th Annual Meeting, held at the Georgia Historical Society headquarters in Savannah.

• Governor Brian Kemp Awarded GMA's Georgia Key Citizen Award

  June 30, 2026

  GMA presented Governor Brian P. Kemp with the Georgia Key Citizen Award during GMA’s Annual Convention in Savannah on Sunday, recognizing his steadfast support of local government and his lasting contributions to communities across the state.

• Phoebe Welcomes Family Medicine Residency Class of 2029

  June 25, 2026

  Phoebe welcomed its largest ever class of family medicine resident physicians at its traditional welcome ceremony. This year, the Phoebe Family Medicine Residency is expanding from eight to 12 residents per class, and the community rolled out the welcome wagons for the newest residents during the annual White Coat Ceremony.

• General Assembly Concludes Special Session With More Campaign Fodder, Few Results

  June 25, 2026

  The 2026 special session of the Georgia General Assembly may be remembered more for what did not happen than for what did.

• Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark: Georgia’s Competitive Edge Starts with Energy

  June 25, 2026

  Georgia’s economic success story did not happen by accident. Behind that success is something most Georgians rarely think about until it disappears: reliable energy infrastructure.

• Fostering Success Act Spotlight: Millard Choate

  June 23, 2026

  Millard Choate, founder of Choate Construction Company, shares why he views the Fostering Success Act as both a moral responsibility and a high-impact investment in Georgia’s future workforce. By redirecting taxes they already owe, business leaders can provide critical support for youth aging out of foster care while strengthening our state’s economy at no cost.

• Legislature Kills Sales Tax for Property Tax Swap

  June 23, 2026

  Democrats in the Legislature on Monday closed the door on Republican proposals to implement new local sales taxes to offset homeowner property tax bills.

• Georgia Surpasses 5 Million Jobs, Sets New Records in Labor Force and Employment

  June 22, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Labor announced that Georgia jobs surpassed 5 million, reaching 5,002,400 in May. The state’s labor force also reached an all-time high of 5,470,704, while total employment set a new record at 5,283,862.

• Georgia Bankers Association Elects & Installs Officers & Directors to its Board

  June 18, 2026

  Georgia Bankers Association members have elected and installed officers for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and added seven members to its board of directors. At the 134th GBA Annual Meeting on June 9th, Susan Moss, President and CEO, Planters & Citizens Bank, Camilla, was installed as the 138th GBA Chairman.

• Georgia Republicans Decline to Redraw Election Maps During Special Session

  June 18, 2026

  Republican lawmakers in Georgia will not redraw election maps as suggested by Gov. Brian Kemp, leaders of the House and Senate said Wednesday afternoon, less than an hour before gaveling in for their special session.

• Rick Jackson Defeats Burt Jones for GOP Gubernatorial Nomination

  June 17, 2026

  Entrepreneur Rick Jackson defeated Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the Republican runoff for governor and will compete in November for the state’s top office against Democratic former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms.

• Georgia Historical Society Expands Access to Digital History Resources Through Today in Georgia History Widget & US250 Content

  June 16, 2026

  The Georgia Historical Society announced the expanded availability of free digital history resources designed to help educators, media outlets, cultural institutions, government agencies, tourism partners, libraries, and community organizations commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States.

• Leadership Georgia Honors Five Influential Georgians with 2026 Statewide Awards

  June 15, 2026

  Leadership Georgia has announced the recipients of its 2026 statewide awards, honoring five distinguished Georgians whose leadership, service and impact have strengthened communities and institutions across the state.

• Albany Westover CID Awarded $1.1 Million Infrastructure Grant

  June 12, 2026

  Less than a year after its creation, the Albany Westover CID has secured what is believed to be the first state transportation infrastructure grant awarded to a Community Improvement District outside metro Atlanta.

• Georgia to Veterans: We Got Your Back!

  June 12, 2026

  Choosing the next steps after separation may not be easy, but the Peach State is prepared to help servicemembers be set up for success in the country that they served.

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