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• FirstNet Authority, AT&T Announce 10-Year Investment to Transform America’s Public Safety Broadband Network

  Features, February 14, 2024

  The FirstNet Authority and its network partner, AT&T, are announcing a major investment in the future of public safety communications. The FirstNet Authority’s 10-year, $8 billion investment initiative will evolve and expand FirstNet — America’s public safety network.

• Cities Connect: Red Cross of Georgia

  News, February 12, 2024

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases 2024 State of Housing Report

  Features, February 12, 2024

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce Foundation released its 2024 State of Housing Report highlighting opportunities for Georgia’s leaders to implement strategic policies that encourage housing development and address the current workforce housing shortage.

• Events Happening in Macon: February 9th - February 18th

  News, February 09, 2024

• Georgia Chamber Hosts Business Prospects for 35th Annual ‘Georgia Quail Hunt’ in Albany

  Features, February 09, 2024

  This week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Georgia Quail Hunt in Albany, as business leaders representing state recruitment and expansion prospects joined local and state economic developers and officials, including Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, to learn about the competitive advantages of doing business in Georgia.

• Cities Connect: Georgia Single Parent Coalition

  News, February 09, 2024

• OrthoGeorgia Announces 2024 Castle Connolly Top Doctors in Macon

  News, February 07, 2024

• Georgia ALICE - Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed - Report Releases

  Features, February 07, 2024

  Out of the 3.95 million households in Georgia, 34% are hardworking families who are living under the threshold of financial survival based on the state’s 2021 cost of living data, according to the ALICE Report released today by the United Ways of Georgia State Association.

• Georgia Leaders Selected for 2024 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort

  Features, February 06, 2024

  GeorgiaForward has selected 45 promising professionals to serve the organization’s 2024 Young Gamechangers (YG) program. YG is a unique leadership action program hosted by GeorgiaForward, a non-profit organization administrated by the Georgia Municipal Association. Young Gamechangers brings professionals from across the state to work on the persistent challenges of one Georgia community.

• Fifth Annual Global Trade & Investment Symposium Bringing the World to Macon’s Wesleyan College Feb. 8th

  Features, February 02, 2024

  For the fifth straight year, a consortium of globally minded organizations is banding together to bring the world to Macon on the evening of Feb. 8, sharing stories and fostering connections that should boost commerce and culture in Middle Georgia.

• Events Happening in Macon: February 2nd - February 11th

  News, February 02, 2024

• Edgar's Bistro Open for Lunch

  News, January 31, 2024

• Former Bibb Schools President Dr. Juawn Jackson Launches Georgia State House Campaign

  News, January 31, 2024

• 2024 Georgia Titan 100 Announced

  Features, January 31, 2024

  Titan CEO and headline sponsor Wipfli LLP are pleased to announce the 2024 Georgia Titan 100. The Titan 100 program recognizes the Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives in Georgia.

• Chamber Organized Macon Day Slated for State Capitol

  Features, January 29, 2024

  The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce continues to host opportunities for political advocacy on behalf of local business by organizing a “Macon Day,” which includes bus rides to the Georgia State Capitol and hosting its signature Macon & Eggs breakfast with State legislators near the Gold Dome.

• Georgia Trend Names Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center a Top Teaching Hospital

  News, January 29, 2024

• Warner Robins Unemployment Rate Drops for the New Year

  News, January 29, 2024

• Cities Connect: Finding and Funding Child Care in Georgia

  News, January 29, 2024

• Georgia Regional Commissions Unemployment Rates Drop or Remain Steady for the New Year

  News, January 29, 2024

• Macon Unemployment Rate Drops for the New Year

  News, January 26, 2024

• Events Happening in Macon: January 25th - February 3rd

  News, January 26, 2024

• Twiggs County Middle School Celebrates Remarkable Academic Turnaround Exiting GaDOE Low Performance List in a Single Year

  News, January 26, 2024

• Georgia’s Christy Todd Named Finalist for National Teacher of the Year

  News, January 26, 2024

• Lt. Governor Burt Jones Announces Additional 2024 Legislative Priorities

  News, January 26, 2024

• Strategic Communicators Have More Influence, More Pressure to Drive Business Growth, Report Finds

  News, January 26, 2024

• Financial Fraud Growth Slowed in 2023, but Losses Remained High

  News, January 26, 2024

• IT and Security Teams Increasingly United in Battle Against Sophisticated Cyberthreats, Research Finds

  News, January 26, 2024

• Bold Move to Columbus, Georgia Marks First Semiconductor Manufacturer in Region

  News, January 25, 2024

  Innovative partnering proved successful as CHIPS4CHIPS announced the locating of the first semiconductor manufacturer in the Chattahoochee Valley. Micromize, a pioneering semiconductor manufacturer specializing in energy-efficient electronics for wearables and mobile devices, has chosen Columbus as the location for its inaugural manufacturing facility.

• Creating the Future of Downtown Macon

  News, January 23, 2024

• Edgar's Bistro Opens this Wednesday

  News, January 23, 2024

• HACEMOS Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications

  News, January 23, 2024

• Moneypenny Dials In on What Irks Customers and Prospects the Most

  Features, January 23, 2024

  A new survey shows 62% of people are spending longer on the phone to businesses than three years ago, a figure that was only 46% the previous year. The research from Moneypenny, which handles over 20 million calls and chats for businesses annually, also found that 76% of customers cite a company not putting their phone number on their website as a major source of irritation.

• Macon Named #1 Most Affordable City to Buy a Home

  Features, January 22, 2024

  Macon, Georgia is the most affordable city in the United States to buy a home, according to a recent headline in the Daily Mail. The announcement came this week according to research from the U.S. Census Bureau and Altos Research.

• Fostering Success Act, Inc. Approved for Nearly $10 Million in First Year of Tax Credit

  Features, January 22, 2024

  Fostering Success Act, a non-profit that raises tax credit funds to assist young adults transitioning out of the state’s foster care system, announced today it has successfully raised nearly $10 million in tax credit allocations in its first year that ended December 31st.

• Delta Tees Up Largest-Ever Schedule to the 2024 Masters Tournament

  News, January 22, 2024

• Events Happening in Macon: January 19th - January 28th

  News, January 19, 2024

• Macon Volunteer Clinic Expands Services with the Opening of On-Site Eye Clinic

  News, January 19, 2024

• Governor Announces 85 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions

  News, January 19, 2024

• Cities Connect: How City Officials Can Help Medicaid Members Stay Informed and Covered

  News, January 19, 2024

• Cities Connect: Community Research Grant and Workforce Development with PIN

  News, January 17, 2024

• Workforce Preparedness: Preparing Students Today for the Opportunities of Tomorrow

  Features, January 17, 2024

  Workforce readiness directly impacts the future economic prosperity of the state. Students must be well equipped to adapt to the rapidly changing pace of industry to ensure professional success and ensure Georgia has the talent needed to remain competitive.

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Announces New Center for Workforce and Talent Preparedness

  Features, January 16, 2024

  On Wednesday, January 10, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s leading economic research organization, announced the creation of its new Center for Workforce and Talent Preparedness at the Chamber’s annual Eggs and Issues breakfast.

• Events Happening in Macon: January 12th - January 21st

  News, January 12, 2024

• CGTC Adds Football and Soccer to 2024 Intercollegiate Sports Offering

  News, January 11, 2024

• Georgia Leaders Appointed to 2024 Georgia Chamber Executive Committee

  Features, January 10, 2024

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, the state’s most influential business advocacy organization, announced the transition of its leadership with Pedro Cherry succeeding Neil L. Pruitt, Jr. as Chairman. Pruitt, Chairman and CEO of PruittHealth, served as the Chairman of the Georgia Chamber for 2023 and will continue to serve on the Executive Committee as the Immediate Past Chair.

• Chief Legal Counsel to Georgia Governor David Dove to Join Troutman Pepper

  News, January 08, 2024

• Explore Georgia Announces Most Anticipated Hotel Openings for 2024

  Features, December 22, 2023

  The Peach State is preparing to ring in the new year with a host of new hotel options that offer more than just a good night’s sleep. From a mountaintop golf resort to a lovingly restored historic mansion, here is a sampling of the new accommodations travelers can look forward to in Georgia come 2024.

• Gas South’s $1M Commitment to the Fostering Success Act, Inc. Ensures Georgia's Foster Youth Aren't Forgotten

  News, December 21, 2023

• AT&T & Compudopt Donate 110 Laptops to Georgia Foster Kids & Those Aging Out of Foster Care

  News, December 18, 2023

  AT&T together with Compudopt took a step toward bridging the digital divide for 110 former and current children in the state’s foster care system today with a Christmas donation of laptops to at-risk youth.

• University of Georgia’s 2024 Macon Georgia Economic Outlook Announced for January 11th

  News, December 15, 2023

• Events Happening in Macon: December 15th - December 24th

  News, December 15, 2023

• Congressman Drew Ferguson Not Seeking Re-election in 2024

  News, December 15, 2023

• Georgia Creative Champion of 2023 Awarded to GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson

  News, December 15, 2023

• Governors Kemp, Ivey Announce Agreement in Long-running Chattahoochee River Water Lawsuit

  Features, December 13, 2023

  Governor Brian P. Kemp of Georgia and Governor Kay Ivey of Alabama announced that they have reached an agreement with the United States Army Corps of Engineers expected to end a lawsuit brought by Alabama while assuring both states’ citizens who live and work in the Mid- and Lower Chattahoochee River Basin of sufficient minimum water flows during times of drought.

• Over Forty High School Students Complete Colony Bank's Leadership Academy

  Features, December 12, 2023

  Over 40 high school students in Georgia recently graduated from the Colony Leadership Academy, the graduation ceremony took place on November 18th in Savannah and upon completion of the program, each student received up to a $1,000 scholarship to the college or university of their choice.

• Events Happening in Macon: December 8th - December 17th

  News, December 08, 2023

• U.S. Soccer Selects Fayette County for New HQ and National Training Center

  News, December 08, 2023

• Gov. Kemp Announces Increased Funding for CJCC's Victim's Services Grant

  News, December 07, 2023

• Georgia has Seen 7.6% Decline in Brick-and-Mortar Retail

  News, December 05, 2023

• Cities Connect: Meaningful Engagement with the Partnership for Inclusive Innovation

  News, December 05, 2023

• States Where Unemployment Claims Are Increasing the Most – WalletHub Study

  News, December 05, 2023

• Greater Macon Chamber Hosts Annual Awards Recognizing Local Businesses and Community Leaders

  Features, December 01, 2023

  The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce announces the 2023 awards recipients that recognize local businesses and leaders for their outstanding engagement with the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce and their extraordinary contributions to the Macon-Bibb business community.

• Events Happening in Macon: December 1st - December 9th

  News, December 01, 2023

• Cities Connect: Advancing Civic Engagement with the National Civic League

  News, December 01, 2023

• Atrium Health Navicent Packs Time Capsule to be Opened in 2073

  Features, November 30, 2023

  Months after opening time capsules dating to 1916 and 1973, Atrium Health Navicent packed a container Thursday to be safely stored away for 50 years to offer a glimpse of life in 2023 for future generations.

• World’s Largest Indoor Pickleball Facility Located in Macon is Now Rhythm and Rally Sports and Events

  Features, November 29, 2023

  Macon-Bibb County, the Urban Development Authority, and Visit Macon are proud to announce the name of the world's largest indoor pickleball facility: Rhythm and Rally Sports and Events.

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases War for Talent Economic Report

  Features, November 28, 2023

  Today, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s leading economic research organization, announced the release of its Fourth Quarter Economic Report highlighting the strength of Georgia’s position in the global War for Talent.

• GEDA Hosts Annual Awards to Recognize Exceptional Individual Achievements & the Top Deals of the Year

  Features, November 27, 2023

  At its Annual Awards luncheon, the Georgia Economic Developers Association recognized top deals of the year and excellence by individuals. Awards included the Deals of the Year, Committee Chair and Member of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Rip Wiley Award for Professional Excellence.

• Events Happening in Macon: November 17th - November 26th

  News, November 17, 2023

• Shopping Small Helps Customers Save Big in Downtown Macon

  Features, November 17, 2023

  NewTown Macon has partnered with 45 of downtown Macon’s locally owned and operated businesses to host Shopping Power Hours during Small Business Saturday. From 8 am to 6 pm on Saturday, November 25, participating downtown businesses will be featured in hourly blocks, offering exclusive discounts and promotions during their designated "Shopping Power Hour."

• Georgia-based Startup Awarded $1M Top Prize at 2023 Grow-NY Global Competition

  News, November 17, 2023

• Board of Regents Elects Officers for 2024

  News, November 17, 2023

• Report Shows Georgia has 2nd Biggest Feral Hog Problem in U.S.

  News, November 17, 2023

• TCSG Celebrates Apprenticeship Week with Announcement of 2024 Apprenticeship Awards to Georgia Businesses

  Features, November 16, 2023

  The Technical College System of Georgia today announced the awards of the second year of the High Demand Career Initiative Program supporting Georgia businesses with the creation and expansion of Registered Apprenticeships.

• Last Chance to Register for Third Wave Digital's BAH

  News, November 15, 2023

• University System of Georgia Enrollment Hits Record High of 344,392

  News, November 15, 2023

• Dr. Donald J. Green Named President of Gordon State College

  Features, November 15, 2023

  On Tuesday, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia named Dr. Donald J. Green president of Gordon State College, effective Nov. 15, 2023.

• Georgia Power Highlights New Tech Scams on National Utility Scam Awareness Day

  News, November 15, 2023

• 2023 GAgives on GivingTuesday Shines a Spotlight on Nonprofits' Value & Resilience in the Face of Heightened Need & Rising Challenges

  Features, November 15, 2023

  As we move into the season of giving, it’s an ideal time to reflect on who and what we appreciate and how we can show our thankfulness. Everyone in Georgia benefits in some way from one or more of our state’s hard-working nonprofits – which are all coping with surges in demand for their services, increasing costs, and a reduction in resources, staff, and volunteers.

• Events Happening in Macon: November 10th - November 19th

  News, November 10, 2023

• Airport North Industrial Park in Macon-Bibb County Earns ‘GRAD Select’ Certification

  Features, November 10, 2023

  The Georgia Department of Economic Development, in cooperation with the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority, today announced that the Airport North Industrial Park has earned a “Georgia Ready for Accelerated Development” certification with “Select” status.

• IRS Provides Tax Inflation Adjustments for Tax Year 2024

  News, November 10, 2023

• Call for 2024 Municipal Projects

  News, November 10, 2023

• Atlanta's Shepherd Center Announces CEO's Retirement; Hospital Names Successor

  News, November 08, 2023

• Jackson Healthcare Launches “Generosity at Work” Podcast

  News, November 08, 2023

• New Study Confirms Georgia’s Film Industry is a Blockbuster Success for the State

  News, November 07, 2023

• United Ways of Georgia Creates Statewide Advisory Committee in Preparation of Groundbreaking ALICE Report

  Features, November 07, 2023

  United Ways of Georgia, an association of the 31 United Way organizations operating across Georgia, have collectively invested to become the 29th state organization to participate in United for ALICE.

• Events Happening in Macon: November 3rd - November 12th

  News, November 03, 2023

• Everything You Need to Know About GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit

  News, November 02, 2023

• Hyundai, Kia Supplier to Invest in Manufacturing Facility in Coweta

  News, November 02, 2023

• Auto Parts Supplier Hwashin to Bring 460 Jobs to Middle Georgia

  Features, November 01, 2023

  Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Hwashin, an automotive parts company, will establish a new manufacturing facility in Dublin, creating over 460 new jobs and more than $176 million in investment in Laurens County.

• 15th Annual GRACE Awards Finalists and Honorees Announced

  Features, November 01, 2023

  The Georgia Restaurant Association is thrilled to announce the finalists and honorees for the 2023 Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence (GRACE) Awards.

• Parkland Communities Announces Grand Opening of Grove Landing Model Home

  News, October 31, 2023

• Georgia Ports Authority CEO: Brunswick on Track to be Top U.S. Auto and RoRo Port

  News, October 31, 2023

• Cities Connect: Elevating Your Downtown Development Program with the Georgia Downtown Association

  News, October 31, 2023

• Goodwill Gala 2023 Menu Unveiled: A Culinary Journey Celebrating Macon's Tastemakers and Dream Chasers

  Features, October 30, 2023

  The excitement is building as the 17th annual Goodwill Gala approaches, and organizers are thrilled to announce a mouthwatering menu that will take attendees on a culinary journey through the rich history and promising future of Macon's food scene.

• PCOM Georgia Pharmacy Student Shares his Success with First Generation Students

  News, October 30, 2023

• Events Happening in Macon: October 27th - November 4th

  News, October 27, 2023

• $12.5 Million CHIP Grant Funding Available from Georgia DCA

  News, October 26, 2023

• Georgia Construction Workers Earn the 8th Least in the U.S.

  News, October 26, 2023

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