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• Leadership Macon Class of 2020-2021 Celebrates Graduation

  November 10, 2021

  The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the graduation of the Leadership Macon Class of 2020-2021. Leadership Macon, a Greater Macon Chamber initiative since 1979, brings together individuals to encourage and equip leaders in Macon-Bibb County.

• The USG Board of Regents Elects Officers for 2022

  November 10, 2021

  The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia today elected Regent Harold Reynolds to a one-year term as the Board’s chair and Regent Erin Hames to a one-year term as the Board’s vice chair.

• Small Teams Driving Integration of Sustainability into Business

  November 10, 2021

  As leaders at COP26 tackle climate change, a new report sheds light on how companies can organize themselves to integrate sustainability into their businesses. Produced by The Conference Board, the report covers issues including where sustainability sits within companies, the size of sustainability departments, and key priorities of sustainability teams.

• Mercer University to Welcome Alumni and Friends for Homecoming 2021

  November 09, 2021

  Mercer University will welcome alumni and friends to the Macon campus Nov. 12-13 for Homecoming 2021. The Office of Alumni Services has partnered with other University entities to offer numerous events for alumni, families and friends during a weekend of celebration.

• Remington Firearms to Locate Global Headquarters, Manufacturing & Research Facility in LaGrange

  November 09, 2021

  Governor Brian Kemp announced Remington Firearms (RemArms), America’s oldest firearms manufacturer, will locate its global headquarters and open a new advanced manufacturing operation as well as a world-class research and development center in LaGrange. RemArms will invest $100 million and create 856 jobs over a five-year period.

• US Lifts Historic International Travel Ban, Welcoming Back Fully Vaccinated Travelers from 33 Countries

  November 09, 2021

  After nearly two years, today, the US has reopened its borders to fully vaccinated international travelers arriving via air from the 26 Schengen countries in Europe, the United Kingdom, Ireland, China, India, South Africa, Iran and Brazil.

• Southern Company Participates in the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow

  November 08, 2021

  Southern Company executives are participating in the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties in Glasgow, Scotland. Southern Company was one of the first companies in its industry to set a long-term goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050, as well as an interim goal of reducing GHG emissions 50% by 2030, as compared to 2007 levels.

• NewTown Macon And Macon-Middle Georgia Black Pages Announce Winners Of Downtown Diversity Initiative

  November 04, 2021

  With funding from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the Prince Foundation, and the Bailey Family Fund of the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, and in partnership with the Macon-Middle Georgia Black Pages, NewTown Macon just completed the second round of the Downtown Diversity Initiative.

• SBA Announces $44.8 Billion in Signature Lending Programs

  November 04, 2021

  Under Administrator Guzman’s leadership, the SBA has made it a priority to increase access to capital for business owners across the nation, particularly from traditionally underserved communities.

• Robins Flight Safety: Ensuring Safe, Efficient, Effective Environment

  November 04, 2021

  Flight Safety is a small unit with a big mission at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. Airmen keep a watchful eye for hazards on the ground, the skies and everything in between that surrounds the airfield.

• Communities Named for 2021 Georgia Smart Communities Challenge

  November 03, 2021

  The Partnership for Inclusive Innovation recently announced that the cities of Woodbury and Concord, along with Pike and Spalding Counties, were selected to participate in its 2021 Georgia Smart Communities Challenge, which allows localities across the state to apply for research assistance that empowers them to envision, explore and plan for a “smart” future.

• Georgia Center of Innovation Launches New Website Following Record Year

  November 02, 2021

  Following a year of record impact on Georgia businesses, the Georgia Center of Innovation, a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, has refined its branding through the launch of new website assets to ensure that Georgia businesses of all sizes understand the Center’s services and benefits

• Georgia's Automotive Giants Come Together for Annual Clean Energy Roadshow at Mercer University in Macon

  November 02, 2021

  The annual Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow series, founded by PSC Vice Chairman Tim Echols, and produced by Event Energy Partners, takes place Wednesday, November 17that 8:30AM in partnership with Mercer University, College of Engineering.

• Public Safety, Business and Community Leaders Unite to Support Macon-Bibb OLOST

  October 29, 2021

  Today, public safety, business and community leaders stood together to support the Macon-Bibb OLOST. The Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce, the Macon Fraternal Order of Police and the Macon-Bibb Firefighters Association have all formally endorsed the OLOST, an additional one percent sales tax that will provide one of the largest property tax cuts in state history while supporting a $40 million dollar investment in local public safety.

• Trick-Or-Treating In Downtown Macon Returns

  October 29, 2021

  On Saturday, October 30, NewTown Macon and Main Street Macon will host trick-or-treating in downtown Macon from 4pm to 7pm. Thirty-three businesses will open their doors to families with children in Macon’s Central Business District and pass out candy.

• The Supply Chain is Broken. Here’s Why.

  October 29, 2021

  Whether it’s because of COVID cancellations, labor shortages or increased demand, America’s supply chain system is choking. As we approach the busiest shopping season of the year, containers are piling up at the nation’s ports, and many consumers worry their gift purchases will be backlogged or unavailable.

• 2022’s Best States to Live Off the Grid

  October 28, 2021

  Whether you feel overconnected or want to save the planet, moving off the grid can help you both unplug and live more sustainably.

• Georgia Council for the Arts Awards 67 Organizations $600,000 in Grant Funding

  October 27, 2021

  Georgia Council for the Arts, a division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced the recipients of the Vibrant Communities and Cultural Facilities grant awards for fiscal year 2022.

• AGC Georgia Partners with Regional Contractors to Host Skills Challenge for Central Georgia High School Students

  October 26, 2021

  The Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC Georgia) has partnered with Sheridan Construction, Tuggle Construction LLC and Central Georgia Technical College, to host construction students from 18-area high schools for the Central Georgia & Southern Crescent Workforce Development Alliances’ Skills Challenge.

• Georgia Public Policy Foundation: Supply Chain Snags and Silver Linings

  October 25, 2021

  Suddenly, “supply chain” and “logistics” have joined “Go Braves” and “Go Dawgs” as some of the most uttered phrases in the state. The first two are not because of a newfound love of drivers and warehouse workers, however, nor because of a winning streak.

• Georgia Sets Record-low Unemployment Rate Achieving Highest Number of Employed Georgians Since Pandemic

  October 22, 2021

  The Georgia Department of Labor announced that Georgia's unemployment rate dropped three-tenths of a percentage point to 3.2 percent in September, an all-time low for Georgia dipping below the rate of 3.3 percent in January 2020.

• Chevron, Fab Foundation and Fort Valley State University Collaborate to Launch a Fab Lab

  October 20, 2021

  Chevron Corporation announced a major financial contribution in support of two long-standing community partners, Fab Foundation and Fort Valley State University (FVSU), to create a digital fabrication lab for the middle Georgia community.

• The UGA Small Business Development Center helps Macon Couple Launch—and Expand—Business

  October 18, 2021

  Customers flock to The Butcher Shop in Warner Robins seeking the area’s best hand-cut beef, pork, chicken and sausage. They favor its delicious homemade items, such as sides, dips, desserts and farm-fresh frozen veggies. Savory lamb, shrimp and other seafoods also are available.

• NewTown Macon Announces 2021 Partners In Progress Award Winners

  October 15, 2021

  Each year, NewTown recognizes businesses, organizations, and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional passion and commitment to the revitalization of downtown Macon. With support from Cadence Bank, NewTown Macon’s Partners in Progress awards are given following the organization’s annual Tour of Progress showcasing the growth and change in downtown Macon.

• USG Foundation Raises More than $625,000 for Need-Based Scholarships

  October 15, 2021

  The 17th annual Regents’ Scholarship Gala on Wednesday evening raised more than $625,000 from generous sponsors and a live auction to support and provide need-based scholarships for University System of Georgia (USG) students across the state.

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