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• GEDA Hosts Annual Awards to Recognize Exceptional Individual Achievements & the Top Deals of the Year

  Features, November 27, 2023

  At its Annual Awards luncheon, the Georgia Economic Developers Association recognized top deals of the year and excellence by individuals. Awards included the Deals of the Year, Committee Chair and Member of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and Rip Wiley Award for Professional Excellence.

• Savannah ‘Georgia Unscripted’ Event to Highlight Coastal Georgia’s Creative Economy

  Features, November 17, 2023

  The Georgia Unscripted Roadshow event’s next stop is on Georgia’s coast on November 18th. The event will be held at the Alida Hotel in the heart of Historic Savannah.

• Georgia-based Startup Awarded $1M Top Prize at 2023 Grow-NY Global Competition

  News, November 17, 2023

• Board of Regents Elects Officers for 2024

  News, November 17, 2023

• Report Shows Georgia has 2nd Biggest Feral Hog Problem in U.S.

  News, November 17, 2023

• New MONOPOLY: Savannah Edition Unveiled, Featuring Dozens of Local Landmarks

  Features, November 16, 2023

  Local officials and business leaders, along with Mr. Monopoly, unveiled the new MONOPOLY: Savannah Edition at a special media event on Tuesday, November 14 at Plant Riverside District, located at 400 W. River St. in Savannah, Ga.

• TCSG Celebrates Apprenticeship Week with Announcement of 2024 Apprenticeship Awards to Georgia Businesses

  Features, November 16, 2023

  The Technical College System of Georgia today announced the awards of the second year of the High Demand Career Initiative Program supporting Georgia businesses with the creation and expansion of Registered Apprenticeships.

• Dr. Donald J. Green Named President of Gordon State College

  News, November 16, 2023

• University System of Georgia Enrollment Hits Record High of 344,392

  News, November 15, 2023

• Georgia Power Highlights New Tech Scams on National Utility Scam Awareness Day

  News, November 15, 2023

• 2023 GAgives on GivingTuesday Shines a Spotlight on Nonprofits' Value & Resilience in the Face of Heightened Need & Rising Challenges

  Features, November 15, 2023

  As we move into the season of giving, it’s an ideal time to reflect on who and what we appreciate and how we can show our thankfulness. Everyone in Georgia benefits in some way from one or more of our state’s hard-working nonprofits – which are all coping with surges in demand for their services, increasing costs, and a reduction in resources, staff, and volunteers.

• IRS Provides Tax Inflation Adjustments for Tax Year 2024

  News, November 10, 2023

• Call for 2024 Municipal Projects

  News, November 10, 2023

• Savannah Council on World Affairs Announces November Program

  News, November 08, 2023

• Atlanta's Shepherd Center Announces CEO's Retirement; Hospital Names Successor

  News, November 08, 2023

• Jackson Healthcare Launches “Generosity at Work” Podcast

  News, November 08, 2023

• New Study Confirms Georgia’s Film Industry is a Blockbuster Success for the State

  News, November 07, 2023

• United Ways of Georgia Creates Statewide Advisory Committee in Preparation of Groundbreaking ALICE Report

  Features, November 07, 2023

  United Ways of Georgia, an association of the 31 United Way organizations operating across Georgia, have collectively invested to become the 29th state organization to participate in United for ALICE.

• Savannah Master Calendar Launches Savannah VIP

  Features, November 03, 2023

  Savannah Master Calendar announces the launch of Savannah VIP, a Savannah-centric business initiative aimed at driving local dollars to locally-owned and operated companies.

• Bob Mock Donates $1M to United Way of the Coastal Empire for Housing Assistance in Bryan County

  Features, November 03, 2023

  United Way of the Coastal Empire hosted a press conference on Thursday, November 2, on the steps of the Richmond Hill History Museum in Bryan County to share a historic community announcement.

• T&H's Sam McCachern Inducted into NC State CCEE Alumni Hall of Fame

  News, November 02, 2023

• HunterMaclean Honored with Fifteen First-Tier Rankings in U.S. News – Best Lawyers 2024 “Best Law Firms”

  News, November 02, 2023

• Everything You Need to Know About GMA’s 2024 Cities United Summit

  News, November 02, 2023

• Hyundai, Kia Supplier to Invest in Manufacturing Facility in Coweta

  News, November 02, 2023

• Plant Riverside District and Savannah Music Festival Announce Landmark Partnership, Expanding World-Class Concert Experiences at District Live

  Features, November 01, 2023

  Plant Riverside District and Savannah Music Festival (SMF) are delighted to announce a landmark new partnership, which will expand year-round live music options for Savannah-area residents and visitors.

• Auto Parts Supplier Hwashin to Bring 460 Jobs to Middle Georgia

  News, November 01, 2023

• 15th Annual GRACE Awards Finalists and Honorees Announced

  Features, November 01, 2023

  The Georgia Restaurant Association is thrilled to announce the finalists and honorees for the 2023 Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence (GRACE) Awards.

• Georgia Ports Authority CEO: Brunswick on Track to be Top U.S. Auto and RoRo Port

  Features, October 31, 2023

  The Port of Brunswick is poised to become the top auto and machinery port in the U.S., with 264 acres of land for development according to Georgia Ports Authority President and CEO Griff Lynch.

• Cities Connect: Elevating Your Downtown Development Program with the Georgia Downtown Association

  News, October 31, 2023

• PCOM Georgia Pharmacy Student Shares his Success with First Generation Students

  News, October 30, 2023

• Optim Medical Center-Tattnall Only Hospital in Georgia Named America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement

  News, October 27, 2023

• $12.5 Million CHIP Grant Funding Available from Georgia DCA

  News, October 26, 2023

• Georgia Construction Workers Earn the 8th Least in the U.S.

  News, October 26, 2023

• 3.7% Of Georgia Homebuyers Are Under 25

  News, October 25, 2023

• Announcing the 25th Annual Tourism Awards Finalists

  Features, October 24, 2023

  We received so many amazing stories of wonderful individuals who make our tourism community great. It was very difficult to narrow it down to the top finalists in each category. Please keep scrolling to see if your nominee is a finalist!

• Savannah Council on World Affairs Announces November Meeting

  News, October 23, 2023

• Automotive Supplier Daechang Seat Corp. USA to Create 500 Jobs in Chatham County

  Features, October 23, 2023

  Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Daechang Seat Corp. USA, a supplier specializing in automotive seat frames, will invest $72.5 million in the Savannah Chatham Manufacturing Center, in close proximity to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), creating over 500 jobs.

• Cities Connect: Broadband Permitting: Best Practices and More

  News, October 23, 2023

• Unemployment Rate Changes by State – WalletHub Study

  News, October 23, 2023

• Infinity, Inc. Invites Business Owners to Session on the Dark Web

  Features, October 18, 2023

  As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Infinity, Inc. is presenting an expert discussion of the dark web to business owners. Spots are limited but registration is free. Insights include the impact of the dark web on individuals and businesses, strategies for personal and brand protection, and proactive measures to mitigate your risk.

• Savannah Council on World Affairs October Meeting

  News, October 16, 2023

• Georgia Southern’s Economic Monitor Q2: Regional Economy Slowed; Savannah will Avoid Recession

  Features, October 16, 2023

  Georgia Southern University’s most recent Economic Monitor reflects that the Savannah metro area’s economy slowed during the second quarter of the year, and a local recession is unlikely.

• AT&T & the Hispanic Heritage Foundation Collaborate to Address the Digital Divide Within Latino & Hispanic Communities

  News, October 16, 2023

• Georgia Ports Authority President: GPA ‘All-In’ on Building Best Gateway for U.S. Supply Chains

  Features, October 13, 2023

  Georgia Ports Authority leaders presented an update on the port’s $1.9B master plan and infrastructure investments at the Savannah State of the Port event yesterday. The capacity crowd of 1,200 included state and local political leaders, GPA customers, maritime/logistics industry executives, investors, developers and supply chain partners.

• Delta Air Lines Profit Jumps Almost 60% After Strong Summer

  News, October 13, 2023

• Cities Connect: Financial Assistance Programs through GEFA

  News, October 13, 2023

• Suniva Upgrades Manufacturing and Restarts Operations in Georgia

  News, October 12, 2023

• Medical Spanish Course Readies Med Students for Outreach and Rotations

  News, October 12, 2023

• Join Us: 2023 Savannah Chamber Business Awards Luncheon

  News, October 11, 2023

• Association of Public and Land-grant Universities to Give Public Impact Research Award to Partnership for Inclusive Innovation

  News, October 11, 2023

• Study: States with the Biggest Decreases in Unemployment Claims

  News, October 11, 2023

• Savannah Council on World Affairs Lecture Series October 19th

  News, October 10, 2023

• The 200 Club to Partner with Evans General Contractors for Valor Awards and Appreciation Gala on October 10th

  Features, October 10, 2023

  The 200 Club is partnering with Evans General Contractors and the Savannah Convention Center to host the annual Valor Awards with an inaugural Appreciation Gala.

• Igniting Innovation at Venture Atlanta 2023: Conference Highlights

  News, October 10, 2023

  From September 27 – 28, the bustling energy of Atlanta became even more electrifying as we kicked off the 16th annual Venture Atlanta conference at The Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall.

• Gov. Kemp Announces 94 Appointments to State Boards, Authorities, and Commissions

  News, October 10, 2023

• Georgia Residents Shop the 11th Latest for Halloween

  News, October 10, 2023

• Chatham County Commissioners Proclaim October 5th “United Way Day”

  News, October 05, 2023

• Georgia Chamber Foundation Releases Rural Georgia Economic Report

  Features, October 05, 2023

  On Tuesday, the Georgia Chamber Foundation, the state’s most influential economic research organization, announced the release of its Third Quarter Economic Report at the Rural Prosperity Summit in Athens, GA. The report contains a collection of data on the status of the rural Georgia economy and projections for the growth of the state’s 122 rural counties.

• Georgia No. 1 State for Business for 10th Consecutive Year

  Features, October 04, 2023

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced that the state achieved an unprecedented milestone: a full decade of business excellence, earning the rank of No. 1 state for business from Area Development magazine for 10 consecutive years. No other state in the nation has achieved this benchmark.

• ACE Holds Annual Awards Reception to Celebrate 23 Years of Service and Support to Georgia Small Businesses

  Features, October 04, 2023

  ACE | Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs celebrated its Annual Awards Reception on September 28th at The Carlyle Venue in Atlanta, highlighting the power, strength and resilience of small businesses in Georgia.

• Landmark Africans American Art Gift Donated to Telfair Museums

  News, October 02, 2023

  Telfair Museums in Savannah, GA, is excited to announce a major acquisition of works by Black artists from the collection of Dr. Walter O. and Linda Evans.

• Cities Connect: Funding Through the OneGeorgia Authority

  News, October 02, 2023

• Pending Sales Hold Steady Despite Sustained Rates Above 7%

  News, October 02, 2023

• 2023 Georgia Government Communicators Conference

  News, September 29, 2023

• 2023 GAgives on GivingTuesday Highlights the Power of Giving Back with #GAgivesThanks

  Features, September 28, 2023

  With schools well into their new academic year and the lingering heat of summer still in the air, Georgia nonprofits find themselves gearing up for the upcoming season of giving. This year, the importance of this season is magnified due to a challenging landscape: a nationwide drop in donations juxtaposed with a significant surge in the demand for their vital services.

• Cities Connect: Ethics for City Officials

  News, September 28, 2023

• Georgia Is Attracting Wealthy Millennials

  News, September 27, 2023

• LaGrange College Signs Agreement with PCOM Georgia to Benefit Students Seeking Degrees in Medicine and Pharmacy

  News, September 25, 2023

• 2023’s Best & Worst States for Teachers, WalletHub Study

  News, September 25, 2023

• Savannah Technical College Fast Track Logistics Graduates Earn Nationally Recognized Credentials

  Features, September 22, 2023

  Eighteen transitioning U.S. Army service members recently completed Savannah Tech's Fast Track Logistics training program through a partnership with Heroes Make America and STC’s Economic Development continuing education division.

• Carol Tomé & Dr. Louis Sullivan Named 2024 Georgia Trustees

  Features, September 22, 2023

  The Georgia Historical Society announced that Carol Tomé, CEO of UPS, and Dr. Louis Sullivan, founding Dean and President of the Morehouse School of Medicine and the 17th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, will be inducted by the Georgia Historical Society and the Office of the Governor as the newest Georgia Trustees.

• Gov. Kemp Accepts James A. Van Fleet Award from The Korea Society

  News, September 21, 2023

• New Agreement Provides a Pathway for Young Harris College Students to Enter PCOM Georgia's Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

  News, September 21, 2023

• These 6 US Airports Named Best in the WORLD for Restaurant Choices

  News, September 21, 2023

• Seoyon E-Hwa, Savannah Technical College Sign Training Partnership MOU

  Features, September 19, 2023

  Leadership from Seoyon E-Hwa and Savannah Technical College signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a training partnership today at STC's Savannah Campus. The training partnership MOU will include credit and non-credit training programs.

• USG Foundation Raises $827,000 for Need-Based Student Scholarships

  Features, September 18, 2023

  The 19th annual Regents’ Scholarship Gala on Friday, Sept. 8, raised $827,000 from generous sponsors to support and provide need-based scholarships for University System of Georgia (USG) students across the state.

• Survey: Employers, Employees Finds U.S. Business Productivity is Unexpected Casualty of Inflation

  News, September 18, 2023

• Cities Connect: How to Attract the Film and Television Business to Your Community

  News, September 15, 2023

• PIN 2023 Cleantech Community Research Grant Winners Announced

  News, September 14, 2023

• 35.1% Of Georgia Households Are Without Credit Cards, 10th Most in the U.S.

  News, September 14, 2023

• Georgia Tech’s GaMEP is Driving Innovation in Manufacturing Across Georgia

  Features, September 12, 2023

  “A stitch in time saves nine,” goes the old saying. For a company in Georgia that adage became very real when damage to a key piece of machinery threatened its operation. The group helping with the stitch in time was the Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP), a Georgia Tech program that — for more than 60 years — has been helping small- to medium-sized manufacturers in Georgia stay competitive and grow, boosting economic development across the state.

• Peter Fader, Frances and Pei-Yuan Chia Professor of Marketing at The Wharton School of UPenn, to be Guest on Savannah Good Morning, Market Podcast

  News, September 11, 2023

• Colony Bank Opens Nominations for 2024 Colony Leadership Academy

  News, September 07, 2023

• SBAC’s President and CEO, Tony O’Reilly, Retires After 34 Years of Service

  Features, September 06, 2023

  On September 30, 2023, longtime President and Founding CEO, Tony O’Reilly, will be retiring from Small Business Assistance Corporation (SBAC) after 34 years of service. His successor, Victoria Saxton, SBAC’s COO/CFO will resume leadership on October 1, 2023.

• 4.4% of Georgia Workers Are Union Members, 8th Lowest in the U.S.

  News, September 06, 2023

• Cities Connect: Connected Resilient Communities

  News, September 06, 2023

• Hyundai Invests in Reforestation, Housing, and STEM Education in Coastal Georgia

  Features, September 05, 2023

  Hyundai Motor America announced new partnerships with Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity and Coastal Bryan Tree Foundation, two local nonprofits in the Savannah area.

• terra alma Announces Retail Space Available at EmmaJames at Savannah Harbor

  News, September 05, 2023

• Savannah Elementary School Teacher Ariel Brown Honored as the 2023 First Tee National Teacher of the Year

  News, August 30, 2023

• Travelers Mark Unofficial End of Summer over Labor Day Weekend

  News, August 30, 2023

• Savannah Film Alliance Honors Gala Set for November 17th

  Features, August 29, 2023

  The Savannah Film Alliance Honors Gala, presented by I.A.T.S.E. Local 491, returns this fall and promises an evening of elegant entertainment in salute to Savannah’s thriving film and television industry.

• Georgia Millennials Took Out 56.7% of Home Purchase Loans

  News, August 29, 2023

• Port of Savannah Receives Four New Electric Ship-to-Shore Cranes

  Features, August 28, 2023

  The Port of Savannah received four Super Post-Panamax ship-to-shore cranes Thursday, Aug. 24, upgrading the crane fleet to 34 machines at Garden City Terminal after four older cranes are retired and recycled.

• Shuman Farms Announces College Athletics Sponsorships in State of Georgia

  News, August 28, 2023

• Zaxby’s Auctions Off First-Ever Bottle of Zax Sauce to Celebrate ‘Saucetember’

  News, August 28, 2023

• Rotary Club of Savannah and United Way Seek Volunteers for Read United Buddies

  News, August 25, 2023

• Groves ESOL Students Will Transition To Their Respective Home Schools Beginning September 5th

  News, August 25, 2023

• Regional Commercial Bankers Convene for an Economic Forecast Forum Hosted by SBAC

  Features, August 25, 2023

  The Small Business Assistance Corporation hosted its inaugural Lender’s League Forum at the Savannah Golf Club. Regional bank presidents, commercial lenders, and business partners attended the event and heard presentations by Michael Chriszt, Vice President and Regional Engagement Officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, and Dr. Michael Toma, Professor of Economics at Georgia Southern University.

• NSF Awards $2.5M Lifelong Learning Grant to Support Georgia Southern Computer Science and IT Departments, 161 Scholarships

  News, August 25, 2023

• Southern Company & PGA TOUR Partner to Power TOUR Championship with 100% Renewable Energy for Second Consecutive Year

  News, August 25, 2023

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