September 2026 Features

• New goBeyondProfit Research: Generosity Is the Human Edge 
Companies Need as AI Reshapes the Workplace

  September 22, 2026

  AI is reshaping the workplace, and executives and employees are asking the same question: will it come at the cost of human connection? New data shows they share this concern about AI’s impact on company culture.

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

  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.

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

  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.

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

  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.

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

  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.

• Georgia Hospitals Generate $145 Billion in Statewide Economic Impact

  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.

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

  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%.

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

  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.

• GPA’s Workforce Housing Investment Tops $2M

  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.

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

  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.

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

  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.

• Expanded Savannah Convention Center Welcomes Record-Setting Convention

  September 16, 2026

  Savannah is welcoming what organizers are calling the largest convention in the city’s history, as the International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium brings an estimated 5,500 attendees to the community Sept. 14–17.

• City of Savannah & The Learning Center Launch Savannah's Landmarks of Liberty Lecture Series

  September 16, 2026

  Before America was 250 years old, Savannah was helping write its story. This fall, the City of Savannah and The Learning Center invite the community to rediscover that story through Savannah's Landmarks of Liberty, a free public lecture series commemorating America's 250th anniversary.

• The Coca-Cola System: A 140-Year Legacy that Continues to Deliver for America

  September 16, 2026

  For 140 years, as consumer tastes have evolved, The Coca-Cola Company has expanded from one iconic beverage into a portfolio of approximately 200 brands across sparkling soft drinks, waters and hydration, coffee and tea, juices, dairy and plant-based drinks for every taste, occasion and generation.

• United Way of the Coastal Empire Kicks Off 2027 Campaign

  September 15, 2026

  United Way of the Coastal Empire kicked off its 2027 campaign Thursday at the Savannah Convention Center, bringing together nearly 700 community leaders to celebrate the start of this year’s fundraising efforts. The campaign is led by campaign chair Cecilia Tran Arango, principal and marketing director at Thomas & Hutton.

• Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance Launches Statewide Campaign Highlighting Benefits of Responsible Data Center Development

  September 15, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber’s Georgia Digital Infrastructure Alliance announced the launch of a six-figure statewide advertising campaign aimed at educating Georgians about the benefits that responsible data center development can bring to communities across the state.

• Savannah Convention Center to Host Largest Convention in Savannah History, Showcasing Impact of Expansion

  September 14, 2026

  The Savannah Convention Center will welcome the International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium this week, marking the largest convention ever hosted in Savannah and demonstrating the expanded facility’s ability to attract and accommodate larger national events.

• Growth in Income and Sales Taxes Boosts State Coffers in August

  September 14, 2026

  Georgia collected nearly $2.5 billion in net tax revenue in August, a 3.5% increase from August 2025, extending the overall year-over-year gains recorded in July.

• SouthCoast Health Marks 30 Years Serving Coastal Empire and Lowcountry

  September 11, 2026

  SouthCoast Health, a leading regional medical network serving the Coastal Empire and Lowcountry, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Founded in 1996 when 20 local physicians joined forces to pioneer a collaborative model of patient care, the practice has grown into a comprehensive healthcare organization spanning 16 locations in nine cities.

• Georgia Awarded $500 Million in Water Infrastructure Grants

  September 11, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded the state $499,385,000 to help communities impacted by Hurricane Helene strengthen the resilience of drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and respond to water-related emergencies.

• Jason Shepherd: I Read the Deal. Georgia Should Back the Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Rail Merger

  September 11, 2026

  As an attorney, I always read the fine print before signing off.  And as a political practitioner, I know how often promises pass through Washington without making it home to Georgia.  So, when Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern agreed to merge into America’s first coast-to-coast railroad, my instinct was one that I’ve drilled into my students at Kennesaw State: read the deal before you decide.

• Senior Citizens Inc. Opens Nominations for 10th Annual Legends, Leaders & Life Well Lived Awards

  September 10, 2026

  Senior Citizens Inc. is now accepting nominations for its 10th Annual Legends, Leaders & Life Well Lived Awards, celebrating individuals whose lives exemplify purpose, service, and a lasting commitment to making our community stronger.

• Georgia Chamber of Commerce Endorses Rick Jackson for Georgia Governor

  September 10, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s Free Enterprise Fund announced today its endorsement of Rick Jackson for the next Governor of Georgia, citing his extensive business experience, understanding of Georgia’s economy, and commitment to maintaining the state’s strong economic momentum.

• Colonial Terminals Opens New Multimodal Breakbulk Facility on the Savannah River

  September 09, 2026

  Colonial Terminals announced the opening of Foundation 3, a new breakbulk facility on the Savannah River and the latest addition to its terminal network, expanding the company’s capabilities to serve customers moving cargo throughout the Southeast and beyond.

• Los Angeles Times Spotlights Savannah in Major Destination Feature

  September 09, 2026

  Visit Savannah is celebrating a major destination feature in the Los Angeles Times that showcases the people, places, and experiences that make Savannah stand out.