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• Savannah Tech Launches Community-Led Vote to Define New College Identity

  August 25, 2025

  Savannah Tech is giving local residents the power to define the college's future by launching the final voting round for its new official mascot.

• Georgia Aerospace Firms Launch Georgia Aerospace & Defense Alliance

  August 25, 2025

  Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, Lockheed Martin, Rolls-Royce, FlightSafety International, and RTX today announced the formation of the Georgia Aerospace & Defense Alliance, a new, statewide organization dedicated to advancing Georgia’s aerospace and defense industries through strategic collaboration and advocacy.

• TCSG, WorkSource Georgia & GDOL Mobilize to Support More than 1,100 Workers Impacted by International Paper Plant Closures

  August 22, 2025

  In response to International Paper’s announcement of the permanent closure of its Savannah and Riceboro facilities, the Technical College System of Georgia’s, WorkSource Georgia, and the Georgia Department of Labor have announced a collaborative effort to support the affected 1,100 employees.

• Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules Wins Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Competition

  August 22, 2025

  Wednesday, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced that the Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules is the inaugural winner of the Coolest Thing Made in Georgia. The announcement was made during the Georgia Chamber’s 2025 Congressional Luncheon.

• Beyond Philanthropy: Generosity Redefined by Today's Workforce

  August 22, 2025

  The 2025 Business Generosity Report, released by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO, confirms that the definition of business generosity has fundamentally changed, and executives appear to be doubling down on strategies based on an outdated definition.

• Bert Brantley: Building Georgia’s Workforce Through the Fostering Success Act

  August 21, 2025

  Bert Brantley, President and CEO of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, is encouraging Georgia’s business leaders to take advantage of the Fostering Success Act Tax Credit as a powerful, no-cost way to invest in the state’s future workforce.

• Preservationist Collier Neeley Joins Historic Savannah Foundation as President and CEO

  August 21, 2025

  Historic Savannah Foundation, Savannah’s leading preservation organization, is thrilled to announce that preservationist Collier Neeley recently joined HSF as the nonprofit’s new President and CEO.

• Georgia Film Academy Celebrates Grand Opening of State-of-the-Art Facility at Assembly Studios

  August 20, 2025

  The Georgia Film Academy celebrated the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art instructional facility at Assembly Studios yesterday. The grand opening marked a significant milestone in Georgia’s film industry, showcasing the state’s commitment to workforce development and innovation.

• USG Graduates Stand to Earn $1.4 Million Thanks to their Degrees

  August 19, 2025

  The University System of Georgia powered $23.1 billion into the state’s economy in FY 2024 – a 5.4% jump from last year – while recent graduates stand to earn $1.4 million more over their lifetimes thanks to their degrees, two new studies show.

• U.S. Postal Service Reveals New Forever Stamp Design Honoring Former President Jimmy Carter

  August 18, 2025

  The U.S. Postal Service announced it will issue a commemorative Forever stamp honoring former President Jimmy Carter, who died last December, at the age of 100. The Postal Service plans to release the stamp for purchase on Oct. 1 in Atlanta, on what would have been former President Carter's 101st birthday.

• Savannah Book Festival Announces An Evening with #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Nicholas Sparks

  August 15, 2025

  The Savannah Book Festival is thrilled to announce a special event featuring #1 New York Times bestselling author, Nicholas Sparks. This highly anticipated evening takes place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the historic Trustees Theater.

• Georgia Business Leaders Invest in Generosity at Record Levels but Miss the Mark on What Drives Real Returns

  August 15, 2025

  Overall, the 2025 Business Generosity Report by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO reveals that both executives and their employees agree that business generosity drives business success.

• Georgia-based Lockheed Martin C-130 Production Helps Peach State Take Off

  August 14, 2025

  In an era where interests and trends shift, one business and product in Georgia defies the odds. Lockheed Martin’s C-130 production line in Marietta, home to the iconic C-130J Super Hercules, is the longest running military aircraft production line in the world. A model of manufacturing endurance and consistency.

• Inaugural Savannah Southern Half Marathon to Charm the City This November

  August 13, 2025

  In partnership with the city, local organizations and leaders, the inaugural Savannah Southern Half Marathon will debut on Nov. 15th. Organizers have announced that the event will offer two distances, the marquee half marathon and the Fleet Feet 5K that offer one-of-a-kind tours of the City of Savannah. Registration for the brand new event is now open.

• University System of Georgia’s Economic Impact Increases to $23.1 Billion

  August 13, 2025

  The University System of Georgia powered $23.1 billion into the state’s economy in FY 2024 – a 5.4% jump from last year – while recent graduates stand to earn $1.4 million more over their lifetimes thanks to their degrees, two new studies show.

• Ready, Set, Smile Georgia Cities: City Hall Selfie Day is Today!

  August 12, 2025

  City Hall Selfie Day turns 10 this year! Today - Tuesday, August 12th, cities across Georgia and the nation will once again join in a fun, light-hearted tradition that puts public service—and the people behind it—front and center.

• 8/11 Reminds Georgia Residents to Contact 811 Before Digging to Protect Yourself and Your Community

  August 11, 2025

  Georgia 811 is using the 8-1-1 calendar date as a timely reminder to residents: Always contact 811 before starting any digging project to have underground utilities marked.

• Georgia Milestones: Students Improve in Math and Other Subjects but Struggle in English

  August 11, 2025

  Georgia students posted modest academic gains in most of the tested grades and subjects last school year except in one key area.

• Bryan County Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Bryan Ball

  August 08, 2025

  The Bryan County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its largest fundraising event of the year: the 2025 Bryan Ball. The event will be held on Thursday, October 23rd, from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM at District Live in Savannah.

• Georgia Chamber Publishes Seventh Report on the Impact of Tariffs on Georgia’s Economy

  August 08, 2025

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced the publication of its seventh tariff report, Strategic Trade Shifts & Georgia’s Outlook. The report was released following the Trump Administration’s August 1st deadline for countries to reach trade deals with the United States.

• Savannah Technical College to Kickoff 2025 Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow in Partnership with the Georgia Public Service Commission

  August 07, 2025

  Savannah Tech is honored to be the initial kickoff site for the 2025 Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow on Tuesday, August 12th at its Eckburg Auditorium. This event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and professionals to explore cutting-edge advancements in alternative fuel vehicles for fleets and workforce training initiatives.

• Georgia Means Business: National Recognition, Global Opportunity

  August 07, 2025

  Highlighted by Fortune for its unmatched business climate, Georgia continues to lead the way in attracting investment, building infrastructure, and supporting innovation across every sector. Decades of strategic planning and collaboration have made the agriculture-rich Peach State a magnet for industries of the future looking to grow and a place where communities thrive alongside them.

• Jane Vaden Thacher Honored as One of Automotive News’ 2025 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry

  August 06, 2025

  Jane Vaden Thacher, President and Dealer Principal of Vaden Automotive, has been named one of the 2025 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry by Automotive News.

• goBeyondProfit Report Reveals Growing Workplace Skepticism: A Guide to Building Loyalty That Withstands Turbulent Times

  August 06, 2025

  The 2025 Business Generosity Report by goBeyondProfit and Georgia CEO reveals a critical misalignment that directly impacts productivity and consistently influences employee decisions to stay or leave. While employees may not be leaving now, our report reveals key employees are quietly looking for companies that offer what they value.

• Coolest Thing Made in Georgia Semifinalist Announced

  August 06, 2025

  Four products, Lockheed C-130J Super Hercules, da Vinci Surgical System, Midnight EVTOL, and Gulfstream Jets advanced to the semifinals of the Coolest Thing Made in Georgia.

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