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• 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.

• WWII-Era German Box Car Arrives in Georgia to Join National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force Future Exhibit

  August 05, 2025

  A powerful symbol of wartime resilience and sacrifice has arrived in Georgia. On Friday, a 1902 German box car, one of the few remaining examples of its kind, was received by the Georgia Ports Authority. Originally built for freight, the railcar was later used by the German military during World War II to transport Allied prisoners of war to prison camps across Europe.

• Powering Georgia’s Future: How Constructive State Policies Keep Energy Reliable and Affordable

  August 05, 2025

  Across the country, the cost of basic needs like food, housing, and utilities continues to rise. At the same time, Georgia is growing. Businesses and families are moving to our state, and with that growth comes increased demand for energy.

• AARP Georgia Seeks 2025 Andrus Award for Community Service Nominees

  August 04, 2025

  AARP Georgia is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Andrus Award for Community Service, the organization’s most prestigious volunteer tribute. This annual award honors outstanding Georgians age 50 and older who share their experience, skills, and time to enrich the lives of others in their communities.

• Launch Savannah Selects Second Cohort

  August 01, 2025

  The City of Savannah recently welcomed 14 local entrepreneurs into the second cohort of Launch Savannah, a comprehensive business accelerator program offered by the Economic Development Department in partnership with Start Up Savannah the Small Business Assistance Corporation.

• Leadership Georgia Announces 2025 Awards Recipients

  July 31, 2025

  The Leadership Georgia Board of Trustees proudly announces the 2025 recipients of the organization’s most prestigious awards. These awards recognize and honor Georgians who exemplify the principles of Leadership Georgia through their leadership, commitment, and stewardship, all of which benefit Georgia and its communities.

• Leadership Southeast Georgia Seeks Nominations for Class of 2026

  July 30, 2025

  Leadership Southeast Georgia has opened nominations for its Class of 2026. LSEGA seeks visionary leaders, innovative thinkers and committed community builders from the 10-county Southeast Georgia region to participate in its professional development program.

• Port of Savannah Sees Second Busiest Year on Record

  July 30, 2025

  The Georgia Ports Authority moved 5.7 million twenty-foot equivalent container units in fiscal year, an increase of 8.6 percent or 450,000 TEUs compared to the previous fiscal year. FY2025 was the Port of Savannah’s second busiest year on record, and the rate of growth shows continuing strength in Georgia’s logistics trajectory.

• Union Pacific Acquires Georgia-Based Norfolk Southern to Create America’s First Transcontinental Railroad

  July 30, 2025

  Union Pacific Corporation and Norfolk Southern Corporation announced an agreement to create America’s first transcontinental railroad, connecting over 50,000 route miles across 43 states from the East Coast to the West Coast. This combination will transform the U.S. supply chain and create new sources of economic growth and workforce opportunity that preserves union jobs.

• From Vision to Action: 2025 Young Gamechangers Embark on Athens-Clarke County

  July 28, 2025

  GeorgiaForward kicked off its 2025 session of its Young Gamechangers program in Athens-Clarke County, welcoming 48 bright and driven young professionals from across the state. The cohort begins an eight-month journey aimed at tackling some of Athens-Clarke County’s most pressing challenges through fresh perspectives, collaboration, and civic innovation.

• GACCE Awards Grants for Innovative Programs

  July 28, 2025

  The Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives awarded their 2025 Innovative Program Grants at the Executive Leadership Conference held in Jekyll Island.

• Survey: Some SMBs See AI as a Tool, Not a Threat to Jobs

  July 28, 2025

  New research from Bluevine–the largest small business banking platform in the U.S*.–shows that small business owners see AI's potential to shake up how they manage their finances–but unlike corporations making headlines for AI-driven layoffs, most SMBs say they're not planning to cut jobs because of it.

• Georgia Welcomes the World: Cities Gear Up for FIFA World Cup

  July 25, 2025

  The world’s largest sporting event is coming to Georgia, creating unprecedented opportunities for communities statewide to showcase southern hospitality on a global stage.

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