June 2026 Features

• Savannah Invitational Generates More Than $3.3 Million in Economic Impact

  June 05, 2026

  The inaugural Savannah Invitational, hosted by Top Court Events at the Savannah Convention Center, generated an estimated $3,383,797 in economic impact for the Savannah/Chatham County community from May 22–24, underscoring the significant value sports tourism brings to the local economy.

• Kia America & Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Celebrate Production of the 2027 Kia Sportage Hybrid

  June 04, 2026

  Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America and Kia America celebrated the start of production for its newest vehicle, marking three major milestones for the advanced manufacturing facility: the first Kia model, the first hybrid electric vehicle, and the third vehicle to be assembled at the site.

• United Way Reaches 96% of $5.2M Community Fund Goal, Announces Final Four-Week Community Challenge

  June 03, 2026

  United Way of the Coastal Empire celebrated the generosity of the community Tuesday highlighting the impact of this year’s Community Fund Campaign, recognizing the campaign’s top corporate donors, and inviting the Coastal Empire to join a final four-week effort to help reach its $5.2 million fundraising goal.

• Georgia Ports Launches New Harbor Deepening Study

  June 03, 2026

  The Georgia Ports Authority has issued a letter of intent to Adam Telle, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, detailing GPA’s plans to start a Savannah Harbor modification study.

• Georgia REALTORS Announces 2026 “Rooted in Georgia” Ambassadors

  June 02, 2026

  Georgia REALTORS is proud to announce the 2026 ambassadors for its “Rooted in Georgia” consumer outreach campaign, recognizing REALTORS across the state who have made an extraordinary impact in their communities through service, leadership and advocacy.

• Georgia Chamber Hosts 2026 State of Energy, Highlighting Georgia’s Growing Energy Demand & Economic Future

  June 01, 2026

  On May 28th, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted its 2026 State of Energy event at The Coca-Cola Company Headquarters in Atlanta, convening business leaders, utility executives, policymakers, and economic developers to discuss Georgia’s evolving energy landscape and the infrastructure needed to support the state’s continued economic growth.