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• VSU Announces Mary Virginia Terry Center for Experiential Learning

  August 10, 2026

  Valdosta State University proudly announces the establishment of the Mary Virginia Terry Center for Experiential Learning. Located inside Martin Hall, this university-wide initiative is designed to expand and enhance hands-on learning opportunities for students while supporting faculty in integrating applied experiences into the curriculum.

• Mistakes Can Cost You! Call 811 Before You Dig

  August 10, 2026

  As 811 Day (August 11) approaches, Georgia 811 reminds everyone that whether you're planting a tree, installing a mailbox, building a fence, or tackling a major construction project, one simple step can make all the difference.

• First Lady Marty Kemp Receives Blanchard Servant Leadership Award

  August 10, 2026

  Last week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce presented the Georgia Chamber Blanchard Servant Leadership Award to First Lady Marty Kemp. The Blanchard Servant Leadership Award recognizes a Georgia leader who exemplifies the highest ideals of servant leadership, civic engagement, and commitment to the greater good.

• Georgia Gubernatorial Candidates Pitch Competing Plans at Georgia Chamber Congressional Luncheon

  August 07, 2026

  Georgia’s two candidates for governor showcased their competing plans for healthcare, jobs and other top issues at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce's Congressional Luncheon in Athens on Wednesday.

• Georgia Power CEO Kim Greene: Higher Electric Prices & Lower Reliability? Not in Georgia.

  August 07, 2026

  If you’re reading the headlines, you may have noticed a seemingly nationwide crisis – the increased use of artificial intelligence and cloud storage by all of us is driving an electricity demand surge unlike anything in recent memory.

• Blue Bird Vision Electric School Bus Wins Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

  August 06, 2026

  Yesyerday, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the Blue Bird Vision Electric School Bus at the winner of the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition. The announcement was made during the Georgia Chamber’s 2026 Congressional Luncheon.

• Georgia EMC Announces Heather Teilhet as Next President/CEO

  August 04, 2026

  After a comprehensive national search, the Board of Directors of Georgia EMC is pleased to announce the selection of Heather Teilhet as the organization’s next President/CEO. She will take office on January 4, 2027.

• Eric Tanenblatt: The Midterms Are Coming. Is Your Business Ready?

  August 03, 2026

  The 2026 midterm elections are still months away, but for business owners, executives, investors and directors, the time to prepare is now.

• UPS Makes Shipping Easier than Ever with New Digital Tools for SMB Customers

  August 03, 2026

  UPS is putting more power directly into the hands of SMB customers with a series of shipping enhancements, including new pickup management tools, faster label creation and expanded mobile capabilities.

• Georgia Productions Remain Steady as Competition Heats Up

  July 31, 2026

  The film and entertainment industry is evolving. Yet through all the change and disruption, the industry in Georgia remains steady, continuing to support jobs and drive economic prosperity across the state.

• Georgia Chamber Launches OneDigital HR Services to Help Employers Strengthen Workforce

  July 30, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce today announced the launch of OneDigital HR Services, a new member resource designed to help Georgia employers navigate today's increasingly complex workforce landscape through comprehensive human resources consulting and strategic support.

• Governor Kemp Announces 44 Appointments to Boards, Authorities, & Commissions

  July 29, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp yesterday announced 44 appointments and reappointments to various state boards, authorities, and commissions across Georgia.

• Georgia Power Cuts Ribbon on New Moody Battery Energy Storage Facility Paired with Solar

  July 28, 2026

  Georgia Power leaders joined state and local elected officials, as well as community leaders, recently to celebrate the completion of one of the company’s first battery energy storage systems connected to solar.

• Georgia Cities Week Celebrates Record Participation, Official Recognition, & Community Pride Across the State

  July 28, 2026

  Across Georgia, communities once again came together to celebrate Georgia Cities Week—a statewide tradition that invites residents to experience, appreciate, and engage with their local governments that serve them every day.

• Visit Valdosta Launches New Pass Offering Top Attractions for One Low Price

  July 24, 2026

  Planning the perfect family getaway to South Georgia just got easier. Visit Valdosta is introducing the new Visit Valdosta Pass, an all-in-one attraction pass that gives visitors access to four of Valdosta and Lowndes County's top destinations for one discounted price.

• Georgia DOT Awards Nearly $3.2B for Fiscal Year 2026, Includes $74.3M in Construction Contracts in June

  July 24, 2026

  At the monthly State Transportation Board meeting held in June, the last month of FY 2026, 20 projects were awarded for statewide projects valued at approximately $74.3 million.

• SGMC Health Releases FY2025 Annual Report Highlighting Regional Impact & Strategic Growth

  July 22, 2026

  SGMC Health has released its Fiscal Year 2025 Annual Report, highlighting continued growth across key clinical services, workforce development, and a campus expansion that strengthens healthcare access across South Georgia and North Florida.

• Georgia Chamber Announces Top 2 Finalists in 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

  July 22, 2026

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the Top 2 finalists in the second annual Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition, presented by Synovus, now merged with Pinnacle Financial Partners.

• Chronic Absenteeism Hits Another Post-Pandemic Low in Georgia, as Efforts to Reduce Absence Rates Continue

  July 22, 2026

  Chronic absenteeism in Georgia's public schools again declined during the 2025-2026 school year, reaching a new post-pandemic low and continuing a five-year trend of improvement.

• Hannah's Story: Building a Better Future for Her Family

  July 21, 2026

  After entering Georgia's foster care system at age 11, Hannah spent seven years in care and experienced 17 different placements before aging out. As a young mother of three, she faced overwhelming challenges, balancing parenthood with unstable housing, unreliable transportation, and the daily struggle to provide for her family.

• Georgia Chamber Launches Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance

  July 21, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of the Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance, a new initiative designed to bring together business leaders, infrastructure providers, utilities, community stakeholders, and key industries to support Georgia’s continued leadership in the rapidly growing digital economy.

• Georgia Hospital Association Announces 2026-2027 Board of Trustees & New Board Chair Vicki Lewis

  July 20, 2026

  Coffee Regional Medical Center President and CEO Vicki Lewis, FACHE, was installed as the Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Georgia Hospital Association at the association’s Annual Meeting of the Assembly on July 9th.

• President Trump to Visit Georgia to Tout Affordability Agenda

  July 20, 2026

  President Donald Trump plans to visit Georgia this week to highlight tax breaks, grants to newborns and other policies aimed at affordability, a top concern ahead of the November elections. The president is scheduled to visit Wheeler High School in Marietta on Wednesday.

• Atlanta Delivers Historic FIFA World Cup 2026 from Kickoff to the Semifinal

  July 17, 2026

  Atlanta concluded an extraordinary FIFA World Cup 2026 hosting run on July 15th with a semifinal match-up between Argentina and England at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, capping eight matches that showcased the city at its very best.

• Georgia Lottery Annual Profits for HOPE, Pre-K Exceed $1.54B

  July 17, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp announced the Georgia Lottery Corp. raised $1,540,868,000 for education in fiscal year 2026, bringing the total transferred to the State Treasury’s Lottery for Education Account since inception in 1993 to more than $31.3 billion.

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