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• 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.

• Mayors Across Georgia Sharpen Leadership Skills at Mayors Leadership Academy

  September 09, 2026

  More than 50 mayors gathered on the University of Georgia’s campus last month for the second offering of the immersive Mayors Leadership Academy, presented by the Harold F. Holtz Municipal Training Institute, operated in partnership between GMA and UGA’s Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

• Savannah Youth Council Inducts 32 New Members at Annual Ceremony

  September 08, 2026

  `The City of Savannah formally inducted 32 eighth-grade students into the Savannah Youth Council Thursday at the Coastal Georgia Center.

• Governor Kemp Announces Another Record-Breaking Year for Economic Development Investments

  September 08, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced a new record in Fiscal Year 2026 with roughly $35.2 billion in project investments.

• HSF Annual Gala to Celebrate Historic Preservation in Savannah

  September 03, 2026

  Historic Savannah Foundation — the leading nonprofit cultural institution dedicated to saving the buildings, places and stories that define Savannah’s past, present and future — will host the HSF Annual Gala on Sat., Sept. 26 at 6 p.m. at Hotel Bardo

• UGA College of Engineering Unveils the Thomas & Hutton Systems Simulation Laboratory

  September 03, 2026

  Thomas & Hutton joined the University of Georgia College of Engineering as Employer of the Day and to officially unveil the Thomas & Hutton Systems Simulation Laboratory, marking the latest investment in a longstanding partnership.

• Bohemian Hotel Rebrands as Hotel Orielle

  September 02, 2026

  One of Savannah’s most admired hotels, the Bohemian Savannah Riverfront, becomes Hotel Orielle, an Autograph Collection Hotel. In this new expression, the property centers on providing a refined yet approachable gathering place along Savannah’s iconic riverfront that invites guests to experience the distinctive and historic city with a more intentional and personal perspective.

• Georgia DOT Earns Top Honors in 2026 America’s Transportation Awards

  September 02, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Transportation won two awards in the 2026 America's Transportation Awards during the Southern Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials annual conference.

• Secretary Raffensperger to Host Small Business Event in Savannah

  September 02, 2026

  Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is excited to announce the FIN FIT “From Growth to Legacy: Preparing for Growth, Transition & Generational Wealth” small business event which will be held on September 29th at the Georgia Tech Savannah Campus.

• Georgia Ports Generates $181B in Economic Impact Annually, Supports 605,000 Jobs

  September 01, 2026

  Georgia’s ports support 605,616 full- and part-time jobs at Peach State businesses, yielding $44 billion in annual income, according to the latest study from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business.

• Tybee Talks Sustainability to Highlight Island’s Environmental Partners and Conservation Efforts

  August 31, 2026

  The City of Tybee Island will host Tybee Talks Sustainability on Wednesday, September 2nd, at 7 pm, at the Tybee Post Theater, bringing together community members and several of the organizations and individuals working every day to protect, preserve and strengthen Tybee Island’s unique coastal environment.

• UPS Invests More Than $2B to Give Customers Even Faster Service, More Control & More Resilient Global Supply Chains

  August 31, 2026

  UPS announced ongoing investments of more than $2 billion across its International, Healthcare and Supply Chain Solutions businesses. The investments, which began in 2024 and will continue through 2028, help businesses move faster and navigate shifting trade routes, evolving regulations and supply chain uncertainty with greater flexibility and connectivity across key global markets.

• Julian Dunston with Coastal Consulting Management Group: How AI is Changing the Landscape of Accounting

  August 28, 2026

  Each day our inboxes are bombarded with pitches for some new way to use ChatGPT, Claude, or the latest AI platform. Employees and business owners are being forced to confront an uncomfortable possibility that technology is becoming capable of doing some of the very things we once thought made us uniquely valuable.

• Georgia Chamber Announces Office Renovation to Support Members & Staff

  August 28, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce recently completed an office renovation and redesign aimed at creating a more modern, collaborative and welcoming space for its members and staff.

• Healthy Savannah Partners with Community Members to Provide Resources to Neighborhoods

  August 27, 2026

  Healthy Savannah has completed Cohort 9 of its Community Health Advocate program, training members of the community to share vital, research-based health information in their local neighborhoods, churches and community groups.

• Trump Administration Announces $93.3M to Transform Rural Healthcare Access Across Georgia

  August 27, 2026

  The Trump Administration announced today that a $93.3 million investment is being delivered to help rural hospitals advance new state-of-the-art models of care and improve health outcomes for Georgians through the federal Rural Health Transformation Program.

• Georgia Power’s Contract with OpenAI Approved; Latest Approval Will Have $950M in Annual Savings

  August 27, 2026

  Today, Georgia Power announced that its contract to serve OpenAI’s new project in Effingham County has been approved as part of the regulatory process with the Georgia Public Service Commission. Georgia Power customers are expected to see savings of at least $15 per month beginning in 2029 for the typical residential customer using 1,000 kilowatt-hours per month.

• Final Call: Apply Now for Leadership Savannah Class of 2027

  August 26, 2026

  Now is the time to think about the emerging leaders in your organization, industry, and community who would benefit from the Leadership Savannah experience — and whose perspective, energy, and ideas would make the program even stronger. Applications for the Leadership Savannah Class of 2027 close Monday, August 31st.

• USG Foundation Raises $2.4 Million for Student Scholarships at 22nd Annual Gala

  August 26, 2026

  The University System of Georgia, through the USG Foundation, raised more than $2.4 million to support student success, an effort that culminated this weekend at the 22nd annual Board of Regents’ Scholarship & Awards Gala.

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