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• Chamber Members Inform House Study Committee on Opportunities, Challenges in Transportation Sector

  News, September 24, 2026

• Visit Savannah Builds New Connections at HPN Global Conference

  News, September 24, 2026

• The Douglas Earns a Michelin Key

  News, September 24, 2026

• Apply Now for an Exclusive AI Workshop with Anthropic’s Claude AI Assistant

  News, September 24, 2026

• Savannah Mayor Says Past Flock Misuse Would be Handled Differently Now

  News, September 24, 2026

• CURE Childhood Cancer Partners with 12 Area Chick-fil-A Restaurants for Annual Cookies for CURE

  News, September 24, 2026

• TCSG Sets New Records for Graduates, Credentials, and Job Placement

  News, September 24, 2026

  The Technical College System of Georgia reached new heights in Academic Year 2026, graduating a record 50,847 students while marking its fourth consecutive year of enrollment growth and setting all-time highs in credentials awarded and in-field job placement.

• Georgia Remains No. 1 for Business

  Features, September 24, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced that the state has again secured the No. 1 state for business ranking by Area Development magazine for an unprecedented 13th year in a row, demonstrating an unmatched consistency in creating a successful, business-friendly environment.

• Chatham Literacy Moonshot Calls on Business Community to Become Literacy Champions

  Features, September 24, 2026

  That message took center stage this week as the Chatham Education Alliance hosted its inaugural Moonshot Literacy Summit, bringing together educators, business leaders, community organizations, and advocates around an ambitious goal: 95% of Chatham County third graders reading on grade level by 2031. Currently, approximately 53% are reading on grade level.

• Augusta Builder Mark Ivey Takes Helm as President of Home Builders Association of Georgia

  News, September 24, 2026

• 2026 Joint and Senate Study Committee Appointments Announced

  News, September 24, 2026

• Georgia Department of Education Recognizes Economic Development Partnership Districts

  News, September 24, 2026

• Secretary of State’s Office Brings Financial Literacy and Live Music to 1,300 Georgia Students

  News, September 24, 2026

• 93% of Job Seekers Say They Are AI-Ready, but 41% of Employers Expect Advanced Skills

  News, September 24, 2026

• Bloomberg Law Survey Finds Nearly Half of Attorneys Report Worsening Well-Being

  News, September 24, 2026

• Survey Finds Trust and Human Oversight Key to Employee Adoption of Emerging Payroll Technologies

  News, September 24, 2026

• Lesley Francis PR & Marketing Welcomes Amy Pipkin as New Marketing Assistant

  News, September 23, 2026

• United Way of the Coastal Empire Announces 2026-27 Board of Directors

  Features, September 23, 2026

  United Way of the Coastal Empire has welcomed a new slate of community leaders to its 2026-27 board of directors, bringing together representatives from businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and community organizations across Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty and Long counties.

• City of Savannah Names Christopher Audain Sr. Director of Cultural Resources

  News, September 23, 2026

• Chatham County Foster Care Crisis Takes Center Stage at Savannah Event

  News, September 23, 2026

• Parker’s Kitchen Plans to Open First Location in Florida in Late October

  News, September 23, 2026

• Savannah Technical College and USI Launch 12-Week Professional Remote Operator Drone Training Program

  News, September 23, 2026

• Four Savannah Galleries Launch "Savannah Loves Photo" This October First Friday

  News, September 23, 2026

• Bryan County Chamber of Commerce Announces New Chief Executive Officer

  Features, September 23, 2026

  The Bryan County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Christopher McDonald as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective September 21st.

• Pirelli to Invest $1.2 Billion in Georgia Expansion

  News, September 23, 2026

• TCSG Foundation Raises More Than $700,000 at Inaugural Pathways to Graduation Gala

  Features, September 23, 2026

  The Technical College System of Georgia Foundation raised more than $700,000 at its inaugural Pathways to Graduation Gala, bringing together business, education, and community leaders in support of students across Georgia’s 22 technical colleges.

• GEEARS Honors Georgia Early Childhood Leaders and Raises More Than $140,000 to Advance Its Mission

  News, September 23, 2026

• Georgia is Getting Fewer Spam Calls, but the Problem Isn’t Going Away

  News, September 23, 2026

• How a National Film Production Tax Incentive Would Impact Georgia

  News, September 23, 2026

• New Toolkit Helps Georgia Communities Understand and Engage on Data Center Development

  News, September 23, 2026

• GPA: Return to Suez Routing Reduces India-Savannah Transit 10-14 Days

  News, September 23, 2026

• U.S. Tech Hiring Moderates as Employers Prioritize Human Skills

  News, September 23, 2026

• Survey Finds Employee Caution Around AI in Payroll Persists

  News, September 23, 2026

• City Invites Participation, Seeks Feedback on ‘Speak Out Savannah’ Budget Priority Survey

  News, September 22, 2026

• Brightside Advocacy Calls on Savannah to Create Brighter Futures for Children in Foster Care

  News, September 22, 2026

• J.C. Lewis Ford Statesboro to Host First Responders Grab & Go Lunch on September 22nd

  News, September 22, 2026

• Savannah Philharmonic to Perform Beethoven’s Fifth

  News, September 22, 2026

• The Mediation Center to Host Peace in the Park Celebration, Announces Peacebuilder Award Winners

  News, September 22, 2026

• Children’s Museum of Pooler and VyStar Host Earn and Learn Day Sept. 26

  News, September 22, 2026

• Georgia Power Agreement with Google to Provide Approximately $900M in Projected Benefits for Customers & Advance Nuclear Energy in Georgia

  News, September 22, 2026

• Georgia Chamber Earns Strong Favorability Among Likely Georgia Voters, New Poll Finds

  News, September 22, 2026

• Gov. Kemp Announces Superior Court Appointment

  News, September 22, 2026

• Vote Now: Georgia DOT Up for National People's Choice Award

  News, September 22, 2026

• Venture Atlanta Announces 2026 Lineup of Southeast's Most Promising Technology Companies

  News, September 22, 2026

• Survey Finds Two-Thirds of Respondents Say Mobile Access to Payroll Information Is Highly Important

  News, September 22, 2026

• New IBM CHRO Study: AI Puts Critical Thinking at the Center of Workforce Priorities

  News, September 22, 2026

• Nearly Half of Homebuyers Get Concessions from Sellers as Most Markets Tip in Buyers' Favor

  News, September 22, 2026

• The Kennickell Group Names Brad Pearson Director of Wide Format

  News, September 21, 2026

• Dulany Industries Names Savannah Native Michael Jones as President

  News, September 21, 2026

• SBDC Webinar: Facebook & Instagram: Stop Posting Randomly

  News, September 21, 2026

• Savannah Leaders, Vendors Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Festival with Food, Family and Community

  News, September 21, 2026

• Record-Setting Chamber Business Expo to Showcase More Than 80 Local Businesses

  Features, September 21, 2026

  The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce's annual Business Expo and Business Connection returns Thursday, September 24th, bringing together businesses of all sizes and industries for an afternoon focused on creating opportunities for local companies to succeed.

• The Living Vine Celebrates 30 Years of Serving Mothers and Babies in Savannah

  News, September 21, 2026

• Savannah Marks 5th Annual 912 Day with Family Reunion Event

  News, September 21, 2026

• Savannah State University to Host Historic Program Honoring the Life and Legacy of Thurgood Marshall

  News, September 21, 2026

• Asbury Memorial Announces 2026 God on Broadway Series

  News, September 21, 2026

• Georgia Industrial Sites Earn Shovel-Ready Certification

  News, September 21, 2026

• 2026 Georgia Manufacturing Summit Brings Nearly 300 Industry Leaders Together for Education, Connections and Business

  Features, September 21, 2026

  Nearly 300 manufacturing leaders, suppliers and industry professionals came together September 15 for the 2026 Georgia Manufacturing Summit, hosted by the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance (GMA) at the Cobb Galleria Centre.

• Lawmakers Mull Cybersecurity Concerns as They Prepare for Overhaul of Georgia’s Voting System

  News, September 21, 2026

• New FirstNet Cell Site Launches in Brantley County to More Reliably Connect First Responders

  News, September 21, 2026

• State Representative Chas Cannon Receives “Champion of Georgia’s Cities Award”

  News, September 21, 2026

• Warren Buffett Steps Down as Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway

  News, September 21, 2026

• The Conference Board Leading Economic Index for the US Edged Down in August

  News, September 21, 2026

• Employers May Be Asking the Wrong Questions About Their Health Plans, New Survey Finds

  News, September 21, 2026

• Goodwill Southeast Georgia Invests $25,000 in Local Technical College Partnerships

  Features, September 18, 2026

  Goodwill Southeast Georgia is strengthening workforce development across the region with a combined $25,000 investment supporting Savannah Technical College, Ogeechee Technical College, and Coastal Pines Technical College through its Change Round-Up for Education campaign, a customer-supported initiative.

• Inaugural Tybee Seafood Fest Coming to the Island Nov. 8–15

  News, September 18, 2026

• Georgia Historical Society Honors Dr. Thomas Aiello with 2026 Bell Award

  News, September 18, 2026

• Romano Italian Grill Downtown Celebrates Grand Opening on September 22nd

  News, September 18, 2026

• Grow Your Business Through Federal Contracting: Free Chamber Workshop

  News, September 18, 2026

• Colony Bank & First Reliance Announce Regulatory Approvals Received for Merger

  News, September 18, 2026

• From Banana Ball to Azalea Days: Visit Savannah Prepares Businesses for What’s Ahead

  Features, September 18, 2026

  More than 200 Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce hospitality members gathered at the historic Savannah Theatre for the recent Visit Savannah Opportunity Summit, learning how local businesses can capitalize on upcoming marketing opportunities tied to the region’s biggest events and seasonal campaigns.

• Salt Marsh Pediatric Therapy Celebrates Grand Opening of New Savannah Location

  News, September 18, 2026

• 32nd Annual Senior Citizens’ Dinner Returning to Vidalia this Weekend

  News, September 18, 2026

• Who are the Richest Billionaires in Georgia?

  News, September 18, 2026

• Georgia Hospitals Generate $145 Billion in Statewide Economic Impact

  Features, September 18, 2026

  The Georgia Hospital Association released its latest economic impact report, showing that Georgia hospitals generate $145 billion in economic activity across the state. The report, compiled using independent third-party modeling and based on 2024 data, reflects an $8 billion, or 5.8%, increase over the previous year.

• Path to Pro Programs will Deliver 15 Million Introductions to High-Demand Construction Careers

  News, September 18, 2026

• What Does a Rate Hike Mean for Georgia Consumers and Businesses?

  News, September 18, 2026

• More Than 500 Customers Back Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Combination as a Catalyst for American Growth

  News, September 18, 2026

• As AI Grows More Powerful, Can Humans Stay in Control?

  News, September 18, 2026

• Georgia Sets New Records for Labor Force and Employment as Unemployment Falls to 3.2%

  Features, September 18, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia reached new all-time highs in both its labor force (5,490,319) and employment (5,314,822) in August, and that the state's unemployment rate declined to 3.2%.

• New Survey Reveals Financial Preparedness Gaps Among U.S. Workers & Employers

  News, September 18, 2026

• The New Power Players in College Decisions: Millennial Parents

  News, September 18, 2026

• Foreclosure Activity Remains Above Year-Ago Levels in August 2026

  News, September 18, 2026

• Savannah State University Establishes John Lewis School of Public Policy and Social Sciences

  Features, September 17, 2026

  Savannah State University announced the establishment of a new School of Public Policy and Social Sciences, expanding the university’s academic portfolio and strengthening its commitment to preparing students for careers and leadership in public service, policy, government and community impact.

• $12 Million in Federal Funding Secured for Tybee Island Beach Renourishment

  News, September 17, 2026

• Visit Savannah Supports Local Heroes at Folds of Honor Event

  News, September 17, 2026

• Five SCCPSS Schools Recognized with 2025-26 GaDOE John Hancock Awards

  News, September 17, 2026

• Second Installment of Chatham County Property Tax Bills Mailed Out

  News, September 17, 2026

• GPA’s Workforce Housing Investment Tops $2M

  Features, September 17, 2026

  The Georgia Ports Authority’s Workforce Housing Initiative has helped 230 Savannah-area families repair, purchase or build homes since its launch in September 2023.

• Score More Business During SEC Volleyball Tournament Week

  News, September 17, 2026

• Savannah Center for Photography to Open New Exhibition by Mark Cáceres

  News, September 17, 2026

• Are Travelers Happy with Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport?

  News, September 17, 2026

• Former Southern Co. CEO Tom Fanning Named Sole Finalist for USG Chancellor

  Features, September 17, 2026

  Following a comprehensive national search, the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia voted today to name TomFanning as the sole finalist for chancellor of the University System of Georgia.

• 83% of Executives Say Their Boards Acted on Forecasts Known to Be Outdated

  News, September 17, 2026

• Georgia Education Advancement Council Announces 2026 Award Recipients

  News, September 17, 2026

• Survey: 54% of Small- to Mid-Sized Businesses Report Double-Digit Health Plan Premium Increases for 2027

  News, September 17, 2026

• Is Volunteering Good for Your Health? New Research Finds a Strong Connection

  News, September 17, 2026

• EY Report: Consumer Products Companies Can Capture Growth

  News, September 17, 2026

• Most Gen Z Professionals See Job Hopping as A Path to Higher Pay

  News, September 17, 2026

• U.S. Chamber Foundation Chooses Savannah as Host for Child Care Summit

  Features, September 16, 2026

  The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation held a statewide child care summit in Savannah last week, with attendees from every corner of Georgia. The summit featured leaders from chambers of commerce, educational institutions, private child care providers, and other interested stakeholders.

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