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• United Way of Central Georgia President & CEO George McCanless Announces Plans to Retire at Year-End

  May 02, 2025

  After more than a decade of transformative leadership, United Way of Central Georgia President and CEO George McCanless announced yesterday that he will retire at the end of 2025.

• Office of the Governor & the Georgia Historical Society Induct Sonny Deriso and Craig Menear as Georgia Trustees, the State’s Highest Honor

  May 02, 2025

  Two accomplished Georgians have been inducted by the Office of the Governor of Georgia and the Georgia Historical Society as the 2025 Georgia Trustees, the state’s highest honor.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Greg Parker, Founder and Executive Chairman of Parker’s Kitchen

  May 02, 2025

  In part 2 of our interview with Parker’s Kitchen Founder and Executive Chairman, Greg Parker, he shares how giving back has become part of the DNA at Parker’s Kitchen – giving away more than $30 million in the last six years. In his first interview since becoming Executive Chairman, Greg Parker shares career insights and how lasting success stems from service and generosity.

• TCSG Announces 2025 Student of the Year & Instructor of the Year

  May 01, 2025

  The Technical College System of Georgia announced the state’s top technical college student and top instructor for 2025. Jason Colbert, a Nursing student from Southeastern Technical College, was chosen as this year’s Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) winner and Ekaterina Mirzakulova, a Chemistry instructor from Central Georgia Technical College, was chosen as the winner of this year’s Rick Perkins Award for Excellence in Technical Instruction.

• Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority Hosts Industry Partners Luncheon to Strengthen Community Collaboration

  April 30, 2025

  The Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority hosted their bi-annual Industry Partners Luncheon at W.S. Hutchings College and Career Academy. Designed to strengthen collaboration and share key community updates, the event brought together local industry leaders, stakeholders, and community partners for a panel discussion and valuable networking opportunities.

• Former Georgia Senator David Perdue Confirmed As Ambassador To China

  April 30, 2025

  The U.S. Senate confirmed former Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., Tuesday as United States ambassador to China, multiple news outlets reported.

• BlackRock Foundation & TCSG Partner to Launch The BlackRock Foundation Empowerment Fund

  April 29, 2025

  The BlackRock Foundation announced a two-year, $1 million grant to the Technical College System of Georgia Foundation to launch The BlackRock Foundation Empowerment Fund. The new fund will enable Technical College System of Georgia students to complete training programs, expanding the pool of skilled workers for Georgia’s rapidly growing construction and advanced manufacturing sectors.

• "Let'S Continue Making History....Together.": Mayor Miller Gives 5th State Of The Community Address

  April 28, 2025

  On Tuesday, April 22, Mayor Lester Miller gave his annual State of the Community address at a lunch hosted by the Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce.

• Georgia Center of Innovation Hosts 2025 Logistics Summit

  April 25, 2025

  The Georgia Center of Innovation hosted hundreds of attendees at the 2025 Georgia Logistics Summit, where experts offered insights on the intersection of technology and logistics, updates on infrastructure investments, and how the state is preparing the future workforce to support growth.

• goBeyondProfit CEO Interviews: Greg Parker, Founder and Executive Chairman of Parker’s Kitchen

  April 25, 2025

  Parker’s Kitchen, and its Founder Greg Parker, were recently awarded the goBeyondProfit Champion Award for prioritizing people and community— illustrating how genuine care translates into a company culture of loyalty and generosity.

• Red-Hot Rush: DLA Aviation Supports Mission Readiness with Rapid Response Times

  April 24, 2025

  Everyone on Team Robins plays a vital role in the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex’s mission. From accountants to mechanics, it takes intricate teamwork to get aircraft off the flight line and back to the warfighters.

• Bibb’s Backbone: Economic and Community Development Department

  April 23, 2025

  As part of National County Government Month, Macon-Bibb County is proud to launch “Bibb’s Backbone,” a campaign that shines a light on the members of Team Macon-Bibb who work hard every day to serve our community, especially those whose efforts happen behind the scenes and don’t always get noticed.

• Governor Kemp Signs Tort Reform into Law, Capping 20 Years of Legislative Advocacy from Georgia Chamber

  April 22, 2025

  On Monday, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce and greater business community celebrated after Governor Brian Kemp signed into law SB 68 and SB 69, the two bills comprising his meaningful, comprehensive tort reform package.

• CFCG Awards $342,500 in Grants to 21 Nonprofits Across Central Georgia

  April 21, 2025

  The Community Foundation of Central Georgia awarded $342,500 to 21 nonprofit organizations across the region during its Spring 2025 Nonprofit Grant Announcement. The celebration recognized the incredible work being done across Central Georgia to meet pressing community needs and inspire lasting impact.

• Lady Belle Wins 2025 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest

  April 21, 2025

  A baked good secured the top spot at the 2025 Flavor of Georgia food product competition, beating out a record 173 products submitted in 12 categories.

• Knights Venture Beyond Middle Georgia With the Alternative Break Program

  April 17, 2025

  Attending alternative spring and fall break has been a truly eye-opening experiencing as a Middle Georgia State University (MGA) student wanting to reach beyond my home communities.

• AG Chris Carr Kicks Off Annual Fundraising Competition to Benefit Georgia’s Regional Food Banks

  April 17, 2025

  Attorney General Chris Carr, Feeding Georgia, and the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia are kicking off the 14th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy – a two-week fundraising competition to benefit the state’s regional food banks. Since its inception, the Legal Food Frenzy has generated $6.7 million representing more than 26.8 million meals for those in need.

• University System Sets Spring Enrollment Record

  April 17, 2025

  Student enrollment at Georgia’s public colleges and universities reached 345,823 this semester, an all-time record for the spring, the University System of Georgia’s vice chancellor of research and policy analysis reported Wednesday.

• River Edge Behavioral Health to Hold Community Roundtable "Hope & Health: How We Can Help" to Discuss Services Offered to the Community

  April 16, 2025

  River Edge Behavioral Health is hosting a Community Roundtable free to the public featuring panelists discussing River Edge's various programs, meetings, and resources, both prominent and lesser-known. The event will be held on Thursday, April 24th,

• Governor Signs Legislation Delivering More than $1 Billion in Tax Cuts & Relief to Georgians

  April 16, 2025

  Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, members of the Georgia General Assembly, and state and local leaders signed legislation at a ceremony in Cobb County delivering more than $1 billion in significant tax relief to hardworking Georgians through an acceleration of the largest tax cut in state history and a third, one-time tax refund.

• ACE Proudly Celebrates Dual Milestone: 25 Years of Growing Georgia Businesses and Deploying $250M in Loans

  April 16, 2025

  ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs proudly celebrates a dual milestone- its 25th anniversary and deploying over a quarter billion dollars in lending capital, which has fueled the growth and success of more than 2,800 small businesses in Georgia.

• 2025 Top 40 Innovative Companies in Georgia

  April 15, 2025

  The Technology Association of Georgia (TAG) is proud to announce the 2025 Top 40 Innovative Companies in Georgia, recognizing trailblazing organizations that are making significant contributions to the state’s technology landscape.

• Robins Financial Credit Union Announces New VP of Community Engagement & Marketing

  April 14, 2025

  In this new role, Mouton Beal will cultivate partnerships with local organizations, design impactful engagement opportunities, oversee marketing efforts, and drive measurable growth in community support and brand recognition while ensuring alignment with the mission and goals of Robins Financial.

• Career & Resource Fair Connects Macon Job Seekers with Hiring Employers April 17th

  April 11, 2025

  Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia is proud to announce its upcoming Career and Resource Fair on April 17th at the Anderson Conference Center in Macon. This free event will connect job seekers with employers who are actively hiring and offer community resources to support career advancement and overcome employment barriers.

• Josh Rogers, President & CEO at NewTown Macon, Honored with 2025 Mary Means Leadership Award

  April 10, 2025

  Main Street America announced Josh Rogers, President & CEO at NewTown Macon, as a 2025 Mary Means Leadership Award recipient. This prestigious award is Main Street America’s top honor recognizing individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership in the field of comprehensive preservation-based economic development and commercial district revitalization.

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