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Gov. Kemp Hosts Roundtable on Healthcare Civil Litigation Issues
September 13, 2024
Joined by other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted leaders from Georgia's healthcare industry today for a roundtable discussion on civil litigation policies impacting the state's healthcare providers and affordability for hardworking Georgians.
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2024's Georgia Grown Conference Highlights Networking & Collaboration Among Georgia's Ag Community
September 12, 2024
On August 28-29, 2024, the Georgia Grown program held the "Growing Together: A Georgia Grown Conference" at the Columbus Convention Center. The event brought together Georgia Grown members from across the state.
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Consultants Rank the “Top States for Doing Business” — Georgia Ranks #1
September 11, 2024
Area Development, the leading site selection and facility planning publication, announces the results of its 2024 Top States for Doing Business survey of location consultants. Georgia retains the #1 spot overall, dominating several key categories, including business incentives programs, logistics and infrastructure, and workforce training programs.
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Macon & Eggs to Feature Panel Discussion On The State Of Education in Georgia with a Special Focus on Macon-Bibb County
September 10, 2024
The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is set to host a panel of experts to discuss the latest updates on Georgia's education system, emphasizing Macon-Bibb County, at its morning business advocacy program, Macon & Eggs: State of Education. This breakfast program is scheduled for Thursday, September 12, 2024.
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Georgia Downtown Association Wraps Up a Dynamic 2024 Conference
September 10, 2024
The 2024 Georgia Downtown Conference, held in the charming city of Thomasville, brought together downtown development leaders and enthusiasts from across the state. This year’s conference resulted in an engaging, insightful conference concluding with an awards ceremony.
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GMSDC Announces the 2024 Spirit of Alliance Award Winners
September 10, 2024
The Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council hosted the 42nd Spirit of Alliance Awards on August 28th at the World Headquarters of The Coca-Cola Company in midtown Atlanta. The event celebrates the corporations, Minority Business Enterprise firms and supplier diversity professionals that are setting the standard for minority small business development in Georgia.
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Award Winning Country Star Jason Aldean To Headline Concert for the Kids On October 3rd
September 06, 2024
Award winning Country star and Macon, Georgia native Jason Aldean today announced he will headline a charity show, Concert For the Kids, on October 3, 2024 with special guests Maggie Renfroe and Josh Carson.
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How is the Economic Impact of the Childcare & Maternal Health Crisis in Georgia Affecting Your Business?
September 06, 2024
By investing in expanded maternal health services and childcare support, Georgia companies can not only improve employee well-being but also boost their bottom line.
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Macon, Georgia Tour Company and Cultural Fixture, Rock Candy Tours, Now Powered by Visit Macon
September 05, 2024
Visit Macon and the Downtown Macon Visitors Center are proud to announce the purchase of Macon, Georgia’s only guided tour company. Rock Candy Tours specialized in showcasing the spirit and legacy of Macon’s rich music history and has offered weekly guided public tours and customized private guided tours for any group size for over 13 years.
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Hyundai Reveals First Look at the Hyundai IONIQ 5, First Vehicle to Be Produced at Metaplant Site
September 04, 2024
Hyundai announced the release of the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5, including a rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT variant, ideal for venturing further off the beaten path. The IONIQ 5 will be the first model range manufactured at the brand-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America facility in Georgia.
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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital to Open September 29th
September 04, 2024
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is announcing it will undertake a significant logistical feat on Sunday, September 29 – moving all patients from Egleston Hospital to the new Arthur M. Blank Hospital in a single day. Arthur M. Blank Hospital is a 19-story, 2-million-square-foot facility with 446 beds; that’s 116 more beds than the current number at Egleston Hospital.
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Georgia Historical Society Names Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia Newest Honoree in Georgia Business History Initiative
August 30, 2024
On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, the Georgia Historical Society unveiled a new historical marker in Columbus as part of the Georgia Business History Initiative. Dedicated in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the marker shares the history of Anthem’s Georgia Plan and its significance to Georgia’s economic history.
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Sigma Defense Dedicates New Production Facility in Perry
August 29, 2024
Sigma Defense Systems, a leader in defense technology, proudly announced the grand opening of its cutting-edge production facility in Perry, GA. This state-of-the-art, 13,400 square-foot facility will serve as the global hub for Sigma Defense's operations, focusing on the development and deployment of hardware and software solutions.
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Georgia Executives Brace for Political Storm: How to Protect Workplace Culture
August 29, 2024
A new report by goBeyondProfit reveals a staggering 56% of executives and 45% of employees fear that politics will disrupt their company culture this year. As the political landscape in Georgia continues to heat up, so too does the potential for workplace disruption.
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Georgia Job Creation & Momentum Remains Strong
August 29, 2024
Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced another year of sustained momentum for business recruitment and expansions in Fiscal Year 2024. GDEcD’s Global Commerce team supported 429 facility expansions and new locations resulting in more than $20.3 billion in investment and the commitment of 26,900 new, private sector jobs statewide.
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Blue Bird Delivers its 2,000th Electric School Bus
August 28, 2024
Blue Bird Corporation, the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, has delivered its 2,000th electric, zero-emission school bus marking an industry-leading milestone. Clark County School District in Nevada received Blue Bird’s 2,000th electric vehicle to help the nation’s fifth largest school district transition its school bus fleet to clean student transportation.
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MacKenzie Scott Gives $10 Million to Georgia Nonprofit ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs
August 27, 2024
A $10 million gift from billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott to ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs will have a dramatic impact on the nonprofit’s work to fuel the growth of Georgia businesses around the state, said Grace Fricks, ACE founder and CEO.
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Meet Ashanti: Forging a Future in Welding
August 27, 2024
We are proud to introduce Ashanti, a driven second-semester student at South Georgia Technical College, where she is pursuing a career in welding. Her story exemplifies strength, determination, and the transformative power of support.
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Technical College System of Georgia Achieves 9.3% Enrollment Growth
August 27, 2024
The Technical College System of Georgia announces a 9.3% increase in enrollment for the Academic Year 2024, bringing total enrollment to 148,746 students across the system. This is the highest number of students enrolled at TCSG since 2013.
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Middle Georgia Regional Airport Receives $4M in Grants to Increase Air Traffic, Economic Development
August 26, 2024
The Middle Georgia Regional Airport is receiving $4,012,500 in grants from the Georgia Department of Transportation after an allocation by the General Assembly and advocacy work by Macon-Bibb County and the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority.
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Chik-Fil-A College Football Hall of Fame Puts Fans Directly into the Game with Its New AI Experience
August 26, 2024
Set, Hike! The College Football Hall of Fame is setting a new industry milestone with its new GAME ON! AI Experience. This deeply engaging, personalized storytelling experience inserts fans into the rich history of college football.
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Houston Healthcare to Join Emory Healthcare
August 23, 2024
Houston Healthcare, a community-based, not-for-profit health system located in Warner Robins, and Emory Healthcare, a comprehensive academic health system located in Atlanta, announced they have signed a non-binding Letter of Intent for Houston Healthcare to join Emory Healthcare.
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Business Generosity Yields Financial Rewards
August 23, 2024
Recent data tells us that 92% of executives plan to maintain or increase their current investments in generosity. 60% of executives plan to increase giving to employees, 46% to communities, and 45% in the way they operate their business. This is a significant jump from 2023, where only 33% planned to increase generosity investments.
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Governor Kemp Hosts Small Business Roundtable
August 23, 2024
Along with other state leaders, Governor Brian P. Kemp hosted small business leaders for a roundtable discussion on civil litigation policies impacting the state's business climate and day-to-day affordability for hardworking Georgians.
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Discover Georgia’s Booming Food Processing Industry
August 22, 2024
Georgia’s food processing industry is a powerhouse, contributing over $11 billion annually to the state's GDP. With nearly half of the top 100 food processing companies operating here, the industry is poised for sustained growth. The Georgia Department of Economic Development drives industry growth in multiple ways.