February 2026 Features

• Leadership Southeast Georgia Kicks Off Class of 2026 in Glynn & Camden Counties

  February 27, 2026

  Leadership Southeast Georgia launched its Class of 2026 programming with a three-day immersive session Feb. 11–13, highlighting the region’s communities, economy, natural assets, and quality of life across Glynn and Camden counties.

• Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation Announces Its 2026 List of State's 10 Places in Peril

  February 27, 2026

  The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation released today its 2026 list of 10 Places in Perilin the state.

• CEO Confidence Rose Significantly in Q1

  February 27, 2026

  The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence in collaboration with The Business Council, surged to 59 in Q1 2026, rising by 11 points from 48 in Q4 2025. A total of 142 CEOs participated in the Q1 survey, which was fielded from February 3 through February 16.

• Chatham Area Transit Authority Names Stephanie Cutter Chief Executive Officer

  February 26, 2026

  The Chatham Area Transit Authority Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephanie Cutter as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

• PSC Chairman Jason Shaw: Georgia Does it Right with Data Centers

  February 26, 2026

  Georgia has proven time and again that it has the unique ability to temper rapid economic changes with responsible planning, ensuring we successfully navigate our state’s continuing growth. Few industries illustrate this more clearly than the rapid rise of data centers.

• Southern Company Receives Historic Department of Energy $26.5B Loan Guarantees to Increase Grid Reliability

  February 26, 2026

  Customers across Alabama and Georgia are set to benefit from a historic U.S. government investment into energy infrastructure and grid reliability. Southern Company's subsidiaries, Georgia Power and Alabama Power, have received a loan package of up to $26.54 billion from the Department of Energy's Office of Energy Dominance Financing. Over the approximately 30-year term of the loans, customers are expected to recognize estimated savings of $7 billion.

• Eastern Wharf Announces Spring Concert Series, Featuring Free Live Music Performances on the Savannah Riverfront

  February 25, 2026

  Eastern Wharf is pleased to announce its Spring Concert Series, which will be curated by Savannah Stopover Music Festival. All live concerts will take place in The Park at Eastern Wharf, the largest public green space on the Savannah River.

• Kia Georgia Celebrates Trio of Major Milestones, Including Start of Production for 2027 Kia Telluride

  February 25, 2026

  Kia Georgia team members marked another historic day at its West Point facility Tuesday with the start of production of the all-new 2027 Kia Telluride.

• Visit Savannah Celebrates 50 Years

  February 24, 2026

  When Interstate 95 was completed in the mid-1970s, community leaders recognized both a challenge and an opportunity. Thousands of travelers were passing by Savannah each day—but without a dedicated marketing effort, many would continue on without ever experiencing our city.

• AI Hype Versus Reality & 'Generational Recession': New Goodwill Report Reveals Growing Workforce Gaps

  February 24, 2026

  Amid widespread layoffs and economic disruption, a new report from Goodwill Industries reveals a number of critical gaps in the reality of today's workforce. The Workforce in Flux: Americans and the Changing World of Work report, includes findings that allude to a deepening "generational recession" affecting the nation's youngest workers as well as a widening gap between AI expectations and reality.

• Georgia Historical Society to Host Discussion on America’s National Commemorations During Turbulent Times as Part of US250 Commemoration

  February 23, 2026

  As part of its statewide commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary, the Georgia Historical Society (GHS) will present “A United States but a Divided America: How We Have Celebrated the Nation’s Birthday During Turbulent Times.” This special panel discussion will examine how major national commemorations have unfolded during periods of deep division. It will take place on Thursday, February 26th, at 6:00 p.m. at Christ Church Episcopal in Savannah.

• Amanda Free Named President of Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Georgia

  February 23, 2026

  Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia announced that Amanda Free has been named President. She succeeds Robert Bunch, who has transitioned to a new role within Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, leading the East Region Commercial region and Anthem’s Specialty Business.

• Senior Citizens Inc. Announces the 2026 Legends, Leaders, & Life Well Lived Honorees

  February 20, 2026

  Senior Citizens Inc. is proud to announce the honorees for its 2026 Legends, Leaders, and Life Well Lived Awards Luncheon, that will take place on May 14th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Palmetto Club at The Landings.

• Savannah Chamber Honors 2026 Business Award Winners at February Meeting

  February 19, 2026

  The Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce honored local businesses and leaders during the 2026 Chamber Business Awards, presented at the February Board of Directors meeting on Wednesday at Savannah State University. The annual awards recognize excellence in hospitality, advocacy, community service, and entrepreneurship.

• GDOL Honored as “Model Agency” for HR Excellence

  February 19, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Labor has earned the “Model Agency Award” for Excellence in Human Resources from the Georgia Department of Administrative Services, achieving the highest assessment results among all Tier 1 agencies.

• Former US Ambassadors to Participate in Georgia Southern’s Norman Fries Distinguished Lectureship Series

  February 18, 2026

  Members of the American Academy of Diplomacy will discuss global challenges and their connections to Georgia and the Southeast during a panel discussion Feb. 24th in the Performing Arts Center on the Statesboro campus. The event is open to the public and co-hosted by Georgia Southern University’s Honors College and the Office of Research and Economic Development as part of the annual Norman Fries Distinguished Lectureship series.

• Georgia Power Delivers Lower Costs for Customers with Latest Filings

  February 18, 2026

  Georgia Power today filed its expected Fuel Cost Recovery and Storm Cost Recovery cases with the Georgia Public Service Commission. Together, the cases seek to lower costs for customers through two distinct filings. The cumulative effect of the filings will result in overall lower rates for customers beginning this summer if approved by the Georgia PSC.

• Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society Issues Call for Nominations for 2026 Night of Champions

  February 17, 2026

  The Lowcountry Down Syndrome Society (LDSS) is accepting nominations for its 17th Annual Night of Champions, recognizing businesses that provide meaningful employment opportunities to differently-abled adults, including individuals with Down syndrome.

• Georgia Historical Society Premieres New Georgia Day Video Exploring the Thirteenth Colony’s Founding

  February 13, 2026

  In recognition of the 293rd anniversary of Georgia’s founding on February 12, 1733, the Georgia Historical Society premieres a new Georgia Day video today, marking Georgia Day 2026.

• Georgia Leaders Selected for 2026 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort

  February 12, 2026

  GeorgiaForward has selected 50 promising young leaders to serve the organization’s 2026 Young Gamechangers program. YG is a unique leadership action program hosted by GeorgiaForward, a non-profit organization administered by the Georgia Municipal Association.

• Kevin Price to Join Georgia Ports Reporting to CEO Griff Lynch

  February 11, 2026

  Georgia Ports Authority has appointed Kevin Price as President reporting to CEO Griff Lynch effective July 1st, with a longer-term transition plan to assume the role of President and CEO in mid-2027.

• Georgia Chamber Hosts 37th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt in Albany

  February 10, 2026

  Last week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted its 37th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt, a premier statewide recruitment initiative designed to showcase the economic advantages of doing business in Georgia. The event took place on February 4th–6th in Southwest Georgia but the event’s impact and vision extended far beyond Southwest Georgia, with a continued focus on attracting investment, creating jobs, and building partnerships that benefit communities across the entire state.

• Ghana’s U.S. Ambassador Victor Emmanuel Smith Visits Savannah to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties

  February 09, 2026

  Last week, Ghana’s Ambassador to the U.S. His Excellency Victor Emmanuel Smith visited Savannah to strengthen trade and investment ties between Ghana and the Greater Savannah region during the Greater Savannah-Ghana Business Forum.

• TCSG State Board Elects Buzz Law as Chair & Carvel Lewis as Vice Chair

  February 09, 2026

  The State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia today announced the election of new board leadership for 2026, naming longtime board member Buzz Law as Chair and Carvel Lewis as Vice Chair.

• Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum Announces Speakers For Upcoming Event

  February 06, 2026

  Southeast Georgia Leadership Forum is proud to announce the speakers for this year’s Forum in Savannah  scheduled for Tuesday, February 24th at  Kehoe Iron Works at Trustees’ Garden.