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• Republican State House Leaders Unveil Plan To Abolish Homeowner Property Taxes

  January 30, 2026

  Republicans in Georgia’s state House say they want to take steps to erase homeowner property taxes this legislative session, which is getting underway ahead of an election cycle seemingly dominated by concerns about the cost of living.

• Charge Forward Georgia: A New Gateway to EV Jobs & Training

  January 30, 2026

  The electric vehicle industry is booming in Georgia with major manufacturers like Hyundai, Kia and Rivian establishing and expanding operations across the Peach State. To support this growth, a new resource -- Charge Forward Georgia -- has launched as a one-stop hub for students, EV jobseekers, and employers.

• US CEOs Signal Major Rebound in Dealmaking Confidence as M&A Intent Soars

  January 30, 2026

  After a period of relative caution, US business leaders are entering 2026 with a renewed appetite for growth through acquisition. According to the latest EY-Parthenon CEO Outlook Survey, 62% of US CEOs plan to actively pursue mergers and acquisitions over the next 12 months. This represents a significant 27-percentage-point surge from the 35% recorded in September 2025.

• Popular & Political Support Growing For Ban On Cellphones In Georgia High Schools

  January 29, 2026

  Georgia high school sophomores are looking ever more likely to lose their phones during the school day in their senior year, as lawmakers consider expanding a ban on personal devices.

• Resistance to Data Centers Fuels Flood of Georgia Bills Targeting the Industry

  January 28, 2026

  Anger and opposition to the rapid rise of data centers across Georgia has led to a surge of bills that would clamp down on the resource-consuming industry.

• Barton Malow + Sheridan Construction Set to Build New Arena

  January 26, 2026

  Barton Malow, in association with Sheridan Construction, has been chosen as the Construction Manager for the new Macon Arena, a major project that will replace the current Macon Coliseum and serve as a key part of the region’s expanding entertainment opportunities.

• Georgia Ports’ Blue Ridge Connector 95% Complete

  January 26, 2026

  Construction on the Blue Ridge Connector is now 95 percent complete. Georgia Ports’ latest addition to its inland rail network will open for operation later this year.

• AG Chris Carr Warns of Price Gouging & Other Scams During Winter Storms

  January 26, 2026

  Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is warning Georgians to be on the lookout for possible scams and price gouging in anticipation of the winter storm that is impacting North Georgia, Metro Atlanta and parts of Central Georgia.

• Knights At Work: MGA Graduates Turn Internships Into Career Opportunities

  January 23, 2026

  Jeffrey Hale knew he had a professional job lined up a full year before he graduated from Middle Georgia State University in spring 2023.

• Gov. Kemp Declares State of Emergency, Activates State Operations Center Ahead of Winter Storm

  January 23, 2026

  Governor Brian P. Kemp declared a statewide State of Emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern's impact on the state this weekend. The Governor also directed the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to activate the State Operations Center and mobilize any needed resources to address any potential needs around the state.

• NewTown Macon and Macon-Bibb County Dedicate "Josh Rogers Way" in Downtown Macon

  January 22, 2026

  Community leaders, friends, and family gathered in downtown Macon to celebrate the dedication of "Josh Rogers Way," honoring the life, leadership, and lasting impact of Josh Rogers. Rogers passed away tragically and unexpectedly in November 2024.

• FVSU President Paul Jones Announces Retirement

  January 22, 2026

  Fort Valley State University President Paul A. Jones, Ph.D., has announced his plans to retire at the end of June 2026, concluding a decade of service as the university’s 10th president and more than 24 years of service within the University System of Georgia, including nearly four decades in higher education.

• Georgia’s Economy Is Growing—The 2026 Redbook Shows What Comes Next

  January 22, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber Foundation published the 2026 Economic Competitiveness Redbook (Redbook), the most comprehensive collection of statewide economic data and the Foundation’s annual capstone project.

• Georgia Power Teams Prepared to Respond to Winter Storm Fern

  January 22, 2026

  As Winter Storm Fern brings subfreezing temperatures to the state this weekend, as well as the potential for significant snow and ice, Georgia Power is encouraging customers to take steps now to prepare and stay safe and warm. The company is preparing as well, with crews across the state engaged and ready to safely and quickly respond to potential damage from the storm and restore service for customers.

• Governor Kemp to Lead Economic Development Mission to Belgium & United Kingdom

  January 21, 2026

  Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that he and First Lady Marty Kemp will lead an international mission this week to reinforce economic relationships in Belgium and the United Kingdom.

• Macon Bacon Release their 2025 Community Impact Report

  January 20, 2026

  With the support of their corporate partners, the Macon Bacon raised $685,394 in funds and donated products to nonprofit organizations across Georgia throughout 2025.

• Bibb County Announces Its 2026 Star Students and Teachers

  January 20, 2026

  The 2026 STAR Student and Teacher Banquet was held January 15, 2026, at Middle Georgia State University’s Robert F. Hatcher Conference Center. STAR Students and Teachers from participating Bibb County high schools were recognized during the event, and the overall system winner, Samantha Lee of the Academy for Classical Education, was announced.

• Atlanta Retains Crown as World’s Busiest Airport 2025 While Dubai Gains Ground

  January 20, 2026

  OAG, the leading data platform for the global travel industry, today released its annual ranking of the World’s Busiest Airports for 2025, based on scheduled airline capacity.

• Goodwill of Middle Georgia Celebrates Founders Week

  January 16, 2026

  Goodwill of Middle Georgia will celebrate Founders Week, January 18–24, honoring the legacy of its founder, Edgar J. Helms, and highlighting how his vision continues to create opportunity through education and career services across Middle Georgia.

• Historic Macon Foundation Names Emily Hopkins New Executive Director

  January 16, 2026

  An executive at NewTown Macon will become the new leader of the Historic Macon Foundation. The nonprofit’s board of directors voted Tuesday night to offer the executive director’s job to Emily Hopkins. She will succeed Nathan Lott, who announced his departure last month.

• Stuart Countess Transitions to 2026 Chair of the Georgia Chamber

  January 16, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s annual Eggs & Issues Breakfast, held Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, convened more than 3,000 business and civic leaders from across the state for one of Georgia’s largest and most influential policy events.

• CEO Confidence Improves in Q4 2025 as Leaders Adjust to a New Operating Reality

  January 16, 2026

  Confidence among small and midsize business CEO's saw significant gains in the fourth quarter of 2025 as leaders grew more comfortable operating in ongoing economic uncertainty, according to the latest CEO Confidence Index from Vistage, a CEO coaching and peer advisory organization.

• Gov. Kemp Announces Affordability, Infrastructure & Workforce Priorities at Eggs and Issues

  January 15, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp delivered the closing address at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s annual Eggs and Issues legislative event, announcing a number of his top legislative and budgetary priorities for the 2026 session of the General Assembly.

• ALM Automotive Group Acquires Genesis of Macon, Expanding Its Presence in Central Georgia

  January 14, 2026

  ALM Automotive Group announced the acquisition of Genesis of Macon, a premier luxury automotive dealership serving Middle Georgia. The transaction, finalized in December 2025, marks a significant milestone in ALM’s strategic expansion across the Southeast and reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional automotive experiences to customers throughout the region.

• Some Things New Amid All That Is Old Under the Gold Dome in Atlanta

  January 14, 2026

  When Georgia lawmakers return to Atlanta for the new legislative session, they will proceed to their weathered wooden desks, and if they are observant, they will notice something new.

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