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• One of the Largest Gifts in Southeast Georgia History to CURE Childhood Cancer Totals $250k

  Features, December 20, 2024

  CURE Childhood Cancer has received an extraordinary donation of $250,711.60, one of the largest gifts in Southeast Georgia, made possible by Lawrence Alexander Homes’ innovative "Build for CURE" initiative, with additional support from numerous local businesses and contractors.

• Savannah Woman Donates Hundreds of Handmade Winter Hats to the Canady’s Coats for Kids Campaign

  News, December 20, 2024

• Georgia Creates Nearly 46k Job Opportunities Over Past Year, Unemployment at 3.7%

  Features, December 20, 2024

  The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia's November unemployment rate was 3.7 percent, up one tenth from a revised 3.6 percent in October. The unemployment rate was five-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

• Leadership Savannah Unveils Diverse and Dynamic Class of 2025

  Features, December 17, 2024

  The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the selection of the Leadership Savannah Class of 2025.

• Georgia Southern Cuts Ribbon for Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center

  Features, December 12, 2024

  Georgia Southern University officials cut a ceremonial ribbon to open the Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center, affectionately known as “The Hill,” in a celebration on Dec. 4. At 95,000 square feet, it is the largest event venue space between Savannah and Macon and serves as the signature building on the University’s south campus, fronting Veterans Memorial Parkway (US 301 Bypass).

• SBA Administrator Guzman Hosts Inaugural Artificial Intelligence Small Business Summit at Georgia Tech

  Features, December 12, 2024

  On Tuesday, Dec. 10, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s more than 34 million small businesses, traveled to Atlanta to host the inaugural SBA AI Small Business Summit and officially launch SBA’s AI for Small Businesses Resource Hub.

• Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Unveils 2025 Leadership Award Recipient

  Features, December 11, 2024

  The Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum announced today the recipient of the 2025 Leadership Award will be Savannah business leader, David Paddison.

• 16th Annual GRACE Awards Winners Announced

  Features, December 11, 2024

  The 2024 Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence Awards winners were announced Monday, Dec. 9 at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. The GRACE Awards Gala is the Georgia Restaurant Association’s (GRA) annual black-tie event honoring Georgia’s restaurant industry.

• Sweepstakes Fore Charity Returns for a Fifth Year to Support Charity and Community at the Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club

  Features, December 05, 2024

  Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club officials announced today the details surrounding the tournament’s 2025 Sweepstakes Fore Charity Program, benefitting charitable organizations in Savannah and beyond.

• Georgia Ports Targets Community Improvements with $120M in Grants for Electrical and Rail Infrastructure

  Features, December 03, 2024

  At the Georgia Ports Authority meeting Monday, President and CEO Griff Lynch outlined plans to improve operational sustainability for neighboring communities in Savannah and Brunswick as the driver of three federal grants totaling more than $120 million.

• First Outfitted Gulfstream G800 Takes Flight

  Features, December 03, 2024

  Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the Gulfstream G800 dedicated to testing the cabin interior has taken its first flight. Testing for this aircraft will validate the cabin design and performance of the industry’s longest-range aircraft, focusing on the complete passenger experience to ensure interior comfort and reliability.

• 2024 GAgives on GivingTuesday Showcases Nonprofits as the Unifiers of Communities

  Features, December 03, 2024

  With the season of giving upon us, it’s time to show our appreciation for those who have supported our communities throughout the year with unwavering commitment and a staggering level of accomplishment.

• 2.3M Georgians Expected to Travel for Thanksgiving

  Features, November 22, 2024

  AAA expects record-setting travel numbers for Thanksgiving. Over 2.3 million Georgians are forecast to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday. That’s an all-time high for Thanksgiving and nearly 40,000 more travelers than last year.

• Economic Development Expert Tapped to Lead Georgia Transportation Alliance

  Features, November 21, 2024

  The Georgia Transportation Alliance, an affiliate of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, selected Georgia economic development veteran Joseph Santoro to serve as the new Executive Director of the Georgia Transportation Alliance.

• Union Mission Recognizes November as Homeless Awareness Month

  Features, November 20, 2024

  This past year was Union Mission’s busiest year on record with our housing programs serving 22% more individuals than initially projected. In order to bring much needed awareness to this issue, November serves as Homeless Awareness Month.

• Savannah BTR Cottages at New Hampstead is 88% Leased, 76% Occupied

  News, November 18, 2024

• OTC Breaks Ground on 37,000 Sq ft Industrial Systems & Robotics Facility

  Features, November 15, 2024

  In a ceremony that marks a transformation in workforce development in southeast Georgia, Ogeechee Technical College broke ground on the nearly 40,000 square foot Georgia Industrial Systems and Robotics Training Center today on the corner of AJ Riggs Road and Hwy 301 South.

• Savannah Start-Up Pool Protection Technologies Wins Big at BizPitch Columbus, Set to Drive Economic Growth and Innovation Locally

  Features, November 15, 2024

  Pool Protection Technologies, a Savannah-based start-up pioneering sustainable pool maintenance technology, is proud to announce its recent triumph at the BizPitch Columbus competition, where it claimed both the Audience Choice Award and the Grand Prize.

• Massachusetts Company Nouria to Acquire Enmarket From Colonial Group

  Features, November 08, 2024

  Nouria, a convenience store chain and one of the fastest-growing retailers in the Northeast, has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Enmarket, a leading convenience retailer in the Southeast, from its parent company, Colonial Group.

• Georgia Council for the Arts Awards Grant Funding to 69 Organizations

  Features, November 01, 2024

  The Georgia Department of Economic Development team specialized in supporting arts and culture, Georgia Council for the Arts, today announced the recipients of fiscal year 2025 Vibrant Communities and Cultural Facilities competitive grant awards to support organizations across the state, including in rural communities.

• CWC Expands Southeast Presence with Historic Mason Inc. Acquisition

  Features, October 30, 2024

  Carithers-Wallace-Courtenay Holdings, Inc., a MillerKnoll Certified Dealer, 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company and trusted name in office furniture solutions since 1929, today announced the historic acquisition of Mason Inc., a leading provider of top-tier office solutions in Southeast Georgia and coastal South Carolina since 1892.

• Leadership Georgia Names the Class of 2025

  Features, October 30, 2024

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees is proud to announce the participants for the organization’s Class of 2025. Each year, Leadership Georgia seeks out emerging leaders and selects sixty-three participants from a pool of several hundred applicants to participate in the yearlong leadership program.

• Tourism Leadership Council Launches New Website

  Features, October 30, 2024

  RobMark WEB • ADVERTISING • PR has launched a new website for The Tourism Leadership Council, the leading trade organization for tourism, a community with more than 40,000 employees and an economic impact of over $6 billion in coastal Georgia.

• Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Announces 2025 Dates and Initial Speakers

  Features, October 25, 2024

  The Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum announced today details about the 2025 Forum, to be held March 3-4, 2025, at Kehoe Iron Works at Trustees Garden.

• Komar Distribution Services Opens New Facility in Ellabell

  Features, October 24, 2024

  Komar, a global leader in the apparel industry, recently held a grand opening for its new, state-of-the-art distribution center in Ellabell, Ga.

• Parker’s Kitchen Raises Record $400,000 at 12th Annual Fueling the Community Golf Tournament

  Features, October 23, 2024

  Parker’s Kitchen — an award-winning convenience store and food service company — recently held its 12th Annual Fueling the Community Charity Golf Tournament at The Landings in Savannah, Ga., raising a record $400,000 to support local schools in the communities the company serves throughout Georgia and South Carolina.

• Fostering Success Act, Inc. Announces Partnership with University System of Georgia Foundation

  Features, October 22, 2024

  Fostering Success Act, Inc., announced it has signed a partnership agreement with the University System of Georgia Foundation. The joint venture will enable the two organizations to raise funds for youth who have aged out of the state’s foster care system to attend one of Georgia’s 26 public colleges and universities with a scholarship or financial aid beginning in the immediate academic year.

• New Study Highlights Georgia’s Nonprofit Arts, Culture Impact

  Features, October 18, 2024

  Reported by the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s strategic arts arm, Georgia Council for the Arts, Georgia’s nonprofit arts and culture sector delivers a minimum economic impact of at least $1.27 billion and supports nearly 20,000 jobs.

• Sonny Deriso & Craig Menear Named 2025 Georgia Trustees

  Features, October 15, 2024

  The Georgia Historical Society announced that Walter M. “Sonny” Deriso, Jr., Banker, Attorney, and Civic Leader, and Craig A. Menear, Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Home Depot, will be inducted by the Georgia Historical Society and the Office of the Governor as the newest Georgia Trustees on April 26, 2025, at the Trustees Gala.

• Georgia Agriculture & Forestry Industry Suffer Estimated $6.5B in Damages from Helene

  Features, October 11, 2024

  Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper in coordination with Governor Brian Kemp, the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, and the Georgia Forestry Commission announced the preliminary estimate of Hurricane Helene’s economic impact on Georgia Agriculture is $6.46 billion.

• Governor and First Lady Kemp Tour and Take Action for Communities Impacted by Hurricane Helene

  Features, October 04, 2024

  This week, Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp visited communities recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Helene.

• Local Dealer Group Celebrates 95 Years of Automotive Excellence and Community Commitment

  Features, October 02, 2024

  Southern Motors Auto Group, a cornerstone of the Savannah automotive community since 1929, announces its 95th Anniversary Celebration. This historic occasion will take place on Saturday, October 26th, when all four Southern Motors dealerships will host events to commemorate nearly a century of exceptional service and unwavering commitment to its customers and the community.

• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital is Now Open

  Features, October 01, 2024

  Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta made history yesterday when it moved 202 patients from Egleston Hospital to the new Arthur M. Blank Hospital in fewer than 12 hours, culminating one of the largest single-day pediatric hospital moves in the country.

• SCAD Savannah Film Festival to Open with Apple Original Films’ Blitz and Honor Esteemed Guests in 2024

  Features, September 30, 2024

  The Savannah College of Art and Design proudly announces its first list of honorees for the 2024 SCAD Savannah Film Festival, scheduled to take place from Oct. 26 to Nov. 2.

• Inaugural Georgia AIM Week to Showcase AI Technology in Manufacturing

  Features, September 19, 2024

  A series of events across Georgia will highlight the use of artificial intelligence in manufacturing and how it can transform communities and jobs.

• Ryan Purvis Approved as Chief Executive Officer for Development Authority of Bryan County

  Features, September 18, 2024

  The Development Authority of Bryan County unanimously approved Ryan Purvis, a professional engineer and current resident of Bryan County, as the chief executive officer of the economic development organization today during their monthly meeting.

• AT&T Upgrades Wireless Network and Boosts Speeds in Montgomery and Toombs Counties

  News, September 17, 2024

• Gov. Kemp Celebrates Top State for Business Ranking at Workforce Summit

  Features, September 16, 2024

  Governor Brian Kemp delivered the keynote address at the second annual Governor's Workforce Summit, during which he announced that Georgia has been named the No. 1 state for business for the 11th consecutive year by Area Development magazine.

• Thomas & Hutton Welcomes Six New Shareholders for 2024

  Features, September 10, 2024

  Thomas & Hutton, a leading professional services firm in consulting, planning, and engineering solutions for land and infrastructure development, is proud to announce the addition of six new shareholders for 2024. This milestone highlights the company's commitment to growth, leadership development, and fostering a strong foundation for future success.

• Seohan Auto Georgia is Open for Business in Liberty County

  Features, September 06, 2024

  Joined by Korean, State and local officials, Seohan Auto Georgia held the Grand Opening Ceremony for their new facility in the Tradeport East Business Center.

• Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M. Blank Hospital to Open September 29th

  Features, 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.

• United Way of the Coastal Empire Hosts Campaign Kickoff on September 5th

  Features, August 27, 2024

  United Way of the Coastal Empire will launch the 2025 Campaign with a kickoff celebration on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at the Savannah Convention Center, located at 1 International Drive in Savannah.

• Meet Ashanti: Forging a Future in Welding

  Features, 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.

• SBAC Launches a Storm Recovery Loan for Flood-Affected Small Businesses

  Features, August 26, 2024

  In response to the catastrophic flooding caused by Tropical Storm Debby across Southeast Georgia and South Carolina’s Lowcountry, the Small Business Assistance Corporation is announcing the launch of its Storm Recovery Loan Program.

• Emily McCarthy and Union Mission Cohost Event at Parker’s House for Women

  Features, August 23, 2024

  Emily McCarthy recently donated over 1000 pieces of new clothing to clients that are currently being served by the local non-profit organization Union Mission.

• Governor Kemp Hosts Small Business Roundtable

  Features, 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.

• Author Talk | A Churchill Treasury: Sir Winston’s Public Service Through Memorabilia by Brian E. Krapf

  Features, August 19, 2024

  The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force's monthly Author Talk series is proud to host the United States debut of Brian E. Krapf's new book A Churchill Treasury | Sir Winston's Public Service Through Memorabilia on August 25th at 2:00 pm. This program will take place on August 25th at 2:00 pm at the museum.

• Georgia Southern’s FY2023 Economic Impact Soars Beyond $1.145 Billion

  Features, August 16, 2024

  Recent reports from the University System of Georgia highlight that Georgia Southern University continues to make a significant economic impact both on its surrounding region and on the graduates it produces.

• All-New Gulfstream G400 Completes First Flight

  Features, August 16, 2024

  Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream's ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft.

• 27 HunterMaclean Attorneys Listed in The Best Lawyers in America 2025

  News, August 15, 2024

• Georgia’s Labor Force is Over 5 Million Strong, but More Jobs Are Needed to Keep Unemployment Low

  Features, August 15, 2024

  Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia's July unemployment rate was 3.4 percent, up one-tenth from a revised 3.3 percent in June. The unemployment rate was nine-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

• Global Equipment Logistics Leader Selects Savannah Gateway Industrial Hub for Debut US Facility

  Features, August 14, 2024

  The Broe Group’s Savannah Gateway Industrial Hub has added global equipment logistics leader Aertssen Logistics, USA to the 2,600-acre industrial park near the Port of Savannah.

• RAISE Forum Seeks Post-Revenue Southeast Startup Applicants

  Features, August 14, 2024

  Emory University’s Goizueta Business School will host the 18th semi-annual RAISE (Retention and Advanced Investment for the Southeast at Emory) Forum on Friday, November 15th.

• Meet Vladislav: An Inspiring Journey from Foster Care to Collegiate Success

  Features, August 13, 2024

  Meet Vladislav, a junior at Columbus State University majoring in kinesiology. His story of overcoming adversity and pursuing his dreams is a testament to his resilience and determination and it’s thanks to generous tax credits from Georgians.

• AT&T Upgrades Wireless Network and Boosts Speeds in Effingham County

  Features, August 12, 2024

  AT&T has expanded its 5G network in Clyo, giving residents, businesses and visitors a big boost in their wireless connectivity. AT&T added network infrastructure to enhance the area’s coverage and capacity.

• JLL Reports Historic Industrial Demand in Savannah

  Features, August 02, 2024

  Savannah’s industrial market continues to see historic leasing volume, tenant demand and positive absorption.

• Carter Center Announces “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song” at The Fox Theatre

  Features, August 02, 2024

  The Carter Center is excited to announce “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song,” a musical event celebrating the centennial birthday of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter.

• Liberty County Development Authority Reorganizes with an Eye to the Future

  Features, July 25, 2024

  Under the leadership of CEO Brynn Grant since April 2024, the Liberty County Development Authority has recently undergone organizational restructuring in an effort to expand the capabilities of the team under an evolving strategic vision.

• FSA Stories: Jackyln’s Story from Fostering Success Act, Inc

  Features, July 23, 2024

  Meet Jackyln, a sophomore at Georgia Tech studying biochemistry. Her path from foster care to a promising career in forensics showcases her determination and resilience, and she thanks Georgia taxpayers for making it possible.

• Gov. Kemp Announces Details for $1.5B Transportation Infrastructure Investment

  Features, July 19, 2024

  Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced new details for the historic $1.5 billion investment in transportation infrastructure around the state included in the Amended Fiscal Year 2024 budget.

• Summer Job Market Sees Influx of Graduates, Slight Rise in June Unemployment

  Features, July 19, 2024

  Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia's June unemployment rate was 3.3, up one-tenth from a revised 3.2 percent in May. The unemployment rate was eight-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

• Pooler Chamber of Commerce and Eat It & Like It Announce New Pooler Eats Partnership

  Features, July 18, 2024

  The Greater Pooler Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Eat It & Like It is excited to introduce Pooler Eats, a new initiative celebrating the local food scene in Pooler and all it has to offer: from hidden gems to beloved eateries, to everything in between.

• Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Receives Recognition for Strong Growth in Insurance Industry

  Features, July 17, 2024

  Sterling Seacrest Pritchard was recently recognized by Business Insurance as part of its annual list noting the “100 Largest Brokers of U.S. Businesses.”

• Nominees Sought For Leadership Southeast Georgia Class of 2025

  Features, July 16, 2024

  Leadership Southeast Georgia announced that the nomination process for the Class of 2025 is now underway. The organization seeks nominations of civic, nonprofit, and business leaders across the 10-county Southeast Georgia region to participate in the 2025 class. Nominations will be accepted until Thursday, August 15, and the application deadline is Saturday, August 31.

• Gulfstream Customer Support Completes Savannah Service Center Expansion

  Features, July 15, 2024

  Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. today announced the official opening of its expanded Customer Support service center at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport. Savannah Service Center East has added more than 200 new jobs and significantly expands Gulfstream’s maintenance, repair and overhaul facility capabilities in the region.

• Georgia Chamber President & CEO Chris Clark Receives Prestigious GACCE Legacy Award

  Features, July 15, 2024

  Georgia Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Chris Clark, CCE received the GACCE Legacy Award, the most prestigious prize awarded the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. Clark received the award on Thursday, July 11 at the GACCE Executive Leadership Conference held on St. Simons Island, Ga.

• 10 Georgia Destinations Ranked Among ‘World’s Best’ by Travel + Leisure

  Features, July 12, 2024

  Islands, cities, and hotels across Georgia earned coveted spots in Travel + Leisure’s 2024 World’s Best Awards announced July 9th. Travel + Leisure is one of the world’s leading travel media brands, and its annual reader survey-based awards program is considered the travel industry’s most trusted rankings.

• Local Entrepreneurs Selected for Inaugural Class of Launch Savannah

  Features, July 11, 2024

  The City of Savannah recently welcomed the inaugural class of Launch Savannah, a new business accelerator program offered by the Economic Development Department in partnership with The Creative Coast and the Small Business Assistance Corporation.

• Georgia Council for the Arts Awards More Than $3.5M in Grant Funding to Support Arts Organizations

  Features, July 11, 2024

  Georgia Council for the Arts, a strategic arm of the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced that more than $3.5 million in competitive grant funding will be distributed to recipients across the state through its Bridge, Project, and Arts Education Program grants.

• Leadership Georgia Announces 2024 Awards Recipients

  Features, July 10, 2024

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees is proud to announce the 2024 recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards. These awards recognize Georgians who exemplify the principles of Leadership Georgia through their leadership and stewardship, benefiting local communities and the state.

• Telfair Museums Appoints David Brenneman as New Executive Director and CEO

  Features, July 09, 2024

  Telfair Museums is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. David A. Brenneman as its new Director and CEO, effective September 1, 2024. Brenneman brings a wealth of experience in museum leadership and a deep commitment to cultural stewardship, positioning Telfair Museums for continued growth and community engagement.

• GACCE Announces 2024-2025 Executive Committee and Board Members

  Features, July 08, 2024

  The Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives is pleased to announce its 2024-2025 Executive Committee and Board of Directors.

• Georgia Historical Society Elects David Abney as Chair, Clyde Tuggle, Larry Thompson, & Reed Dulany III as Officers

  Features, July 08, 2024

  The Georgia Historical Society has announced its newly elected officers to the GHS Board of Curators. GHS is welcoming several business and philanthropic leaders from across the state to leadership positions on the Board.

• Georgia Council on Literacy Announces State Literacy Coach

  News, July 01, 2024

• Georgia Recognized for New Business Investment, Job Creation

  Features, June 28, 2024

  Yesterday, the Georgia Department of Economic Development announced Georgia was awarded a Gold Shovel by economic development business publication Area Development for achieving significant success in attracting new business investment and job creation in 2023.

• Savannah State University & HCA Healthcare Begin Major Strategic Partnership with Paid Internship Program

  Features, June 26, 2024

  Savannah State University and HCA Healthcare South Atlantic Division announced a strategic partnership today at Savannah State University, The partnership between Savannah State University and HCA Healthcare is designed to create robust educational pathways for students pursuing careers in healthcare. This collaboration will address critical workforce needs in the healthcare industry.

• Bipartisan Group of Georgia Leaders Launch The Democracy Defense Project as Part of a Multi-State Effort

  Features, June 26, 2024

  The Democracy Defense Project, a bipartisan group of former elected officials and leaders who are committed to free and fair elections, launched in Georgia and several other states. Georgia will work to defend the transparency, safety, security, and public confidence in the validity of our nation’s electoral system.

• Attorneys Edgar Bueno and Matt Wilmot Join HunterMaclean

  Features, June 25, 2024

  HunterMaclean, a leading business law firm with offices in Savannah and St. Simons Island, recently welcomed Edgar Bueno and Matt Wilmot as partners in the firm’s health care and litigation group.

• Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Rises on “Hales Top 100” List

  News, June 25, 2024

• Georgia Reads Campaign Launched to Boost Literacy and Recognize Communities Across the State

  Features, June 25, 2024

  Today, the Georgia Council on Literacy announced “The Georgia Reads Campaign” during the Georgia Municipal Association Annual Conference.

• Madison Mayor Fred Perriman Elected President of GMA

  Features, June 24, 2024

  Madison Mayor Fred Perriman was elected president of the Georgia Municipal Association during the association's annual convention in Savannah on Sunday, June 23rd.

• Georgia Chamber Announces 2024 ‘Legislators of the Year’

  Features, June 24, 2024

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce formally announced its 2024 Legislators of the Year. These awards are given to those elected officials who focus their legislative efforts on enacting policies that promote economic development and job creation throughout the state.

• Thomas & Hutton Honored with Two National Recognition Awards from the ACEC Engineering Excellence Award program

  Features, June 20, 2024

  The American Council of Engineering Companies announced that Thomas & Hutton was honored with two National Recognition Awards from the Engineering Excellence Award program. This prestigious program annually celebrates engineering achievements that exhibit innovation, creative problem-solving, and the capacity of engineering to enhance our world.

• Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Announces First Production Vehicle to Be 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5

  Features, June 20, 2024

  On Tuesday, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America officially announced that the first production vehicle to be produced at the company’s new Metaplant will be the 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5.

• Leadership Southeast Georgia 2024 Concludes with Final Session and Graduation Ceremony

  Features, June 18, 2024

  The Leadership Southeast Georgia Class of 2024 successfully concluded its five-month program with a final session and graduation ceremony held across various locations in Chatham County.

• FSA Stories: Jazmin's Story from Fostering Success Act, Inc

  Features, June 18, 2024

  We are excited to share the inspiring journey of Jazmin, a former foster child who is now thriving as a nursing student at North Georgia Technical College. Entering the foster care system at the age of 14, Jazmin faced significant challenges, including transitioning through various living situations before finding a supportive foster family.

• Savannah State University Presidential Search Committee Named

  Features, June 14, 2024

  The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia today named members of the Savannah State University Presidential Search Committee. The committee will conduct a national search for a permanent president to lead the historic university.

• GBA Elects and Installs Officers and Directors to its Board

  Features, June 14, 2024

  Georgia Bankers Association members have elected and installed officers for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and added five members to its board of directors.

• Georgia Southern Q1 2024 Economic Monitor: Healthy Regional Growth Continues

  Features, June 12, 2024

  The Savannah metro economy’s healthy growth continued in the opening quarter of 2024, according to Georgia Southern University’s Q1 2024 Economic Monitor.

• Dr. Lawrence M. Drake II Named Interim President of Albany State University

  News, June 11, 2024

• City of Port Wentworth Leisure Services Department Partners with Tormenta FC for Summer Camps June 10th-14th

  News, May 28, 2024

• Hartsfield-Jackson, Airbus, Delta and Plug Power Study Feasibility of Hydrogen Fuel at World’s Busiest Airport

  Features, May 22, 2024

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), Airbus, Delta Air Lines and Plug Power have joined forces to assess the feasibility of hydrogen fueling at the world’s busiest airport in support of advancing a more sustainable future for travel.

• Georgia Scores Top Spot in Competitive Economic Rankings

  Features, May 17, 2024

  Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, today announced that the state earned the No. 1 spot in Site Selection’s annual Prosperity Cup rankings for successful investment recruitment in 2023.

• Georgia Employment Hits All-Time High Amid April Job Surge

  Features, May 17, 2024

  Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia's April unemployment rate was 3.1, unchanged for the fourth consecutive month. The unemployment rate was eight-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

• Savannah Celebrates Local Government Service, 100th Anniversary of National League of Cities

  Features, May 16, 2024

  On Tuesday, Mayor Van R. Johnson, II proclaimed May “National Cities, Towns, and Villages Month” in recognition of the importance of local government service.

• Greater Pooler Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts 2nd Annual Women’s Wellness Fair and Elite Luncheon

  Features, May 10, 2024

  To celebrate May’s Women’s Health Month, the Greater Pooler Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 2nd Annual Women’s Wellness Fair and Elite Luncheon Wednesday, May 15 at The Venue, located at 1446 Dean Forest Road in Savannah.

• AT&T Expands Fiber Network to Help Close Digital Divide in Savannah

  Features, May 09, 2024

  Continuing our efforts to help close the digital divide and connect people wherever they live and work, AT&T* is expanding our superfast fiber network to serve more residential and small business locations across the Savannah community.

• Savannah Sees Record Industrial Leasing Activity in 2023

  Features, May 07, 2024

  Despite the U.S. industrial market experiencing a decline in leasing activity last year, 2023 was a record year for Savannah, Georgia, which saw approximately 15.7 million square feet of industrial space leased. Big-box leases made up most of this activity with 12.9 million sq. ft absorbed.

• Pinky Cole Hayes Gives 2024 Savannah State Commencement Speech & Gifts Graduates an $8.75M "Entrepreneurial Starter Pack" in Collaboration with John Hope Bryant & One Million Black Businesses

  Features, May 06, 2024

  Pinky Cole Hayes, renowned entrepreneur, 2023 TIME100 Next honoree, and founder of Slutty Vegan and Bar Vegan, gave an inspiring commencement speech for the Savannah State University 2024 graduating class, and surprised the graduates with a very special surprise.

• Sterling Seacrest Pritchard Recognized as National Franchise Agency of the Year

  Features, May 03, 2024

  Sterling Seacrest Pritchard was recently recognized by The Hanover Insurance Group as their National Franchise Agency of the Year.

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