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• World Trade Center Savannah to Host Seventh Annual Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon on May 6th

  April 16, 2026

  World Trade Center Savannah will host its seventh annual Prosperity Through Trade Luncheon Wednesday, May 6th at the Savannah Convention Center, 1 International Drive. The keynote speaker will be Brown University professor and economist Mark Blyth.

• Sonny Perdue to Retire as Chancellor of the University System of Georgia

  April 16, 2026

  University System of Georgia Chancellor Sonny Perdue announced today he will retire, capping more than four decades in public service that began in Houston County and grew to include roles in the Georgia State Senate, two terms as governor and as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture.

• Best in Georgia Tourism Recognized by GACVB with 2026 Georgia Tourism Excellence Awards

  April 16, 2026

  The 2026 Georgia Tourism Excellence Awards were presented at the Georgia Association of Convention and Visitors Bureaus Annual Conference. The annual awards program recognizes outstanding achievements across Georgia’s tourism industry, celebrating the individuals and organizations setting new standards in marketing, leadership, innovation, and community impact.

• Franchising Continues to Grow Despite Economic Headwinds

  April 16, 2026

  Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, interest in franchise ownership continues to grow as more professionals explore structured paths to entrepreneurship. Advisors at The Perfect Franchise say shifting workforce dynamics, combined with a desire for greater control over income and career direction, are driving sustained demand for franchise opportunities across a range of industries.

• Leadership Southeast Georgia Explores Economic Development Assets & Community Impact in Bryan County

  April 14, 2026

  Leadership Southeast Georgia participants gathered in Bryan County April 2–3 for the third session of the regional leadership program, focusing on the infrastructure, industry and community assets that shape economic development across the region.

• Proposals Requested for the Purchase and Development of Non-Industrial Property

  April 14, 2026

  The Liberty County Development Authority is seeking proposals from qualified developers for the purchase and development of approximately 299.72 acres of non-industrial real estate located in Liberty County. The property consists of eight separate parcels.

• Gov. Kemp Has a Lot of Bills on His Desk after Lawmakers Finished Their Work

  April 14, 2026

  Georgia lawmakers went home in a flurry of ripped paper, as is the custom at the end of the 40-day legislative session. Some bills found bipartisan support while others were pushed through by the Republican majorities in each chamber. Gov. Brian Kemp has already signed a couple of measures, but most of them await his pen.

• Registration Open for 2026 Mayor’s Small Business Conference

  April 13, 2026

  Registration is now open for the 2026 Mayor’s Small Business Conference, taking place on Tuesday, May 7th at the Savannah Civic Center.

• Georgia Power Highlights Career Opportunities During Lineworker Appreciation Month

  April 13, 2026

  Georgia Power, the state's leading electric utility serving 2.8 million customers, is joining other utilities across the country in marking April as Lineworker Appreciation Month. This April, the company is highlighting the work of local power crews who are helping to power the future of Georgia during an extraordinary period of economic growth and expansion.

• Visit Savannah Wins Excellence in Marketing Strategy Award

  April 10, 2026

  Visit Savannah has been honored with the Excellence in Marketing Strategy Award, recognizing a bold and innovative campaign that elevated the destination’s brand, engaged target audiences, and delivered measurable impact.

• Research Shows East Coast Gateway Best Choice for Atlanta, Memphis & Nashville

  April 10, 2026

  New findings from Georgia Tech researchers show the Port of Savannah saves shippers more than $1,000 per container to Atlanta, Memphis and Nashville, compared to West Coast gateways.

• AG Chris Carr Announces Kickoff of 15th Annual Legal Food Frenzy to Support Georgia’s Regional Food Banks

  April 10, 2026

  Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, Feeding Georgia, and the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Georgia today announced the kickoff of the 15th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy – a statewide two-week fundraising competition to benefit Georgia’s regional food banks.

• Understanding the 1031 Like-Kind Exchange: A Practical Guide for Real Estate Investors Part Three – Tax Implications, Planning, & Best Practices

  April 09, 2026

  The first two articles in this series addressed the basic concept of a 1031 exchange and the structure and timing of standard and reverse exchanges.

• Georgia's Highway System Earns #2 Ranking in National Report

  April 09, 2026

  Georgia’s highway system has been ranked second in the nation for overall cost-effectiveness and condition, according to the nonprofit public policy research organization, the Reason Foundation.

• Gulfstream Hosts Skyward, a Reimagined Customer & Industry Event In Savannah

  April 08, 2026

  Gulfstream welcomed nearly 2,000 attendees from 6 continents and more than 30 countries to Skyward, its newly reimagined customer event in Savannah to discuss the various topics and trends impacting business aviation.

• SkillsUSA’s National Leadership & Skills Conference Returns to Atlanta

  April 08, 2026

  SkillsUSA’s National Leadership & Skills Conference, the largest annual gathering of America’s future skilled workforce, will convene in Atlanta in June. This dynamic event will bring together more than 19,000 attendees, including middle school, high school and college/postsecondary students, teachers, school administrators and business partners.

• Georgia Power Continues Focus on Improving Reliability through Grid Investment Program

  April 07, 2026

  As access to reliable and affordable energy continues to drive economic growth in Georgia, Georgia Power continues to strengthen and enhance the state's power grid through its Grid Investment Program. Over the last three years, Georgia Power has invested $1.3 billion in grid improvements approved by the Georgia Public Service Commission through the program.

• Now Streaming: New Savannah Chamber Connect Podcast Brings Local Leadership Conversations to the Forefront

  April 06, 2026

  The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of Savannah Chamber Connect, a new podcast spotlighting the people, ideas, and momentum shaping Savannah’s economy and future. The podcast officially debuted March 31st, offering a fresh and engaging platform to connect the business community with the voices driving regional progress.

• Kason Industries Partners with Cherry Street Energy to Power Operations with Solar Energy

  April 06, 2026

  Cherry Street Energy, the Southeast’s leading provider of on-site solar power for commercial and institutional customers, announced a new energy partnership with Kason Industries, Inc.

• Georgia Southern University Celebrates Donors, Impact at 2026 Gratitude Gala

  April 03, 2026

  Georgia Southern University hosted its annual Gratitude Gala to recognize key donors for their longtime support of institutional initiatives. The event was held March 27 at the JW Marriott Plant Riverside in Savannah, Georgia, where honorees were presented with awards.

• Historic Savannah Foundation to Celebrate National Preservation Month in May with Full Slate of Events for All Ages

  April 03, 2026

  Historic Savannah Foundation will celebrate National Preservation Month with a full slate of events throughout the month of May.

• Georgia Republicans Push Through Last Minute Income & Property Tax Cuts

  April 03, 2026

  Georgia House and Senate Republicans with competing agendas managed to push through income and property tax cuts as the curtain closed on the 2026 Georgia legislation session after midnight today.

• General Assembly Passes Budget that Spends on Early Literacy & Pensions

  April 03, 2026

  The youngest and oldest people in Georgia to whom the state owes a financial responsibility got something extra in the 2027 fiscal year budget that lawmakers sent to Gov. Brian Kemp Thursday night.

• United Way of the Coastal Empire Launches Learning Series

  April 02, 2026

  United Way of the Coastal Empire is launching a regional series of professional development learning opportunities made possible through the generous support of Gulfstream.

• Georgia Hits Record Highs in Labor Force & Employment as Job Growth Continues

  April 02, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia's unemployment rate for January 2026 was 3.5%, holding steady from a revised 3.5% in December. January’s unemployment rate was 0.8 percentage point lower than the national unemployment rate.

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