City of Valdosta Honored with 2026 Visionary City Award for HEART Program
The City of Valdosta is proud to announce it has been named a 2026 Visionary City Award honoree, presented by the Georgia Municipal Association in collaboration with Georgia Trend. The award recognizes cities that demonstrate thoughtful planning, strong partnerships, and a commitment to improving quality of life for their residents.
Video: Lt. Governor Burt Jones: Strengthening Georgia by Supporting Its Youth
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones is calling on Georgia business leaders to play a vital role in supporting youth aging out of the foster care system. Hundreds of young people each year in our state suddenly face adulthood without the resources or relationships they need to succeed.
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VSU, SRTC Partnership Expands South Georgia Teacher Pipeline
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Atlanta Fed's Bostic Discusses Latest Interest Rate Decision
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Coca-Cola will Reorganize its Workforce in 2026. It Starts with 75 Layoffs.
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Another Georgia Lawmaker Accused Of Pandemic Unemployment Fraud
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Georgia Dental Association Mobilizes Dentists Across Georgia for Children's Dental Health Month
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Norfolk Southern Rail Fuels More Than $7.7B in Industrial Development Activity in 2025
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The Home Depot Launches Material List Builder AI to Help Pros Save Time
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Side Income Becomes a Permanent Fixture: 72% of Workers Rely on Secondary Income Sources in 2026
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Nearly 44% of U.S. Homes for Sale Now Carry HOA Fees as Dues Continue to Climb
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South Georgia Business Leaders Weigh Growth, Jobs, & Affordability At Economic Outlook Breakfast
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Georgia Restaurant Association Announces 2026 Board of Directors
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AT&T, Compudopt Provide Laptops to Georgia Sheriffs’ Youth Homes
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Georgia Historical Society’s Georgia History Festival Continues with Family-Friendly Events
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Republican State House Leaders Unveil Plan To Abolish Homeowner Property Taxes
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Charge Forward Georgia: A New Gateway to EV Jobs & Training
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US CEOs Signal Major Rebound in Dealmaking Confidence as M&A Intent Soars
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Lt. Governor Burt Jones: Strengthening Georgia by Supporting Its Youth
Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones is calling on Georgia business leaders to play a vital role in supporting youth aging out of the foster care system. Hundreds of young people each year in our state suddenly face adulthood without the resources or relationships they need to succeed.
Jessica Thornhill of Wiregrass Georgia Technical College, Continuing Education
Executive Director of Marketing & Community Outreach at Wiregrass Georgia Technical College Jessica Thornhill discusses the Continuing Education programs available at Wiregrass and provides guidance on how to enroll.
Georgia Farm Bureau: Celebrating Women Farmers, Elevating Women in Ag
As the United Nations recognizes 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer, Georgia Farm Bureau is proud to celebrate the vital role women play in agriculture. Women’s Leadership Program Coordinator Heather King shares how the Women in Ag Summit brings together women farmers, ag professionals, and volunteers to connect, grow as leaders, share their stories, and advocate for agriculture across Georgia. Make plans to join us in March in Savannah!
Tim Chason Talks Executive Searches & Market Trends
President/CEO of The Chason Group discusses the executive search services they provide and how the industry has changed over the last few years.
Direct Connect
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