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• Finalists Advance to the 2025 Flavor of Georgia Finale

  March 19, 2025

  A record-breaking 173 products were entered into the 2025 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest, setting the stage for an exciting competition on April 17th at The Classic Center in downtown Athens.

• Leadership Columbia County Applications Now Open

  March 18, 2025

  The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its next Leadership Columbia County class. Business and area leaders are encouraged to apply for the prestigious program before the April 18th deadline.

• Epic Atlanta ’96 Olympic Race Relations Story to Premiere during Atlanta Film Festival

  March 18, 2025

  Atlanta Story Partners announced that its feature documentary “The Games in Black & White” which is centered around the enduring friendship of Ambassador Andrew Young and 1996 Olympic CEO Billy Payne, will have its world premiere as a Special Presentation of the 49th Annual Atlanta Film Festival.

• TCSG Names Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston as Interim President of Augusta Technical College

  March 17, 2025

  The Technical College System of Georgia has appointed College Provost Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston as Interim President for Augusta Technical College, effective April 1, 2025

• Georgia Department of Agriculture Celebrates Georgia Ag Week

  March 17, 2025

  The Georgia Department of Agriculture invites all Georgians to join in celebrating Georgia’s farmers and the state’s #1 industry during Georgia Ag Week, March 17-23, 2025. This week-long celebration honors the resilience and dedication of Georgia’s farm families, who are the backbone of the state’s economy.

• Tort Reform Pros And Cons Aired Out Under Gold Dome

  March 17, 2025

  Both sides of the controversial tort reform issue got their say at the Georgia Capitol Thursday, not on either the state House or Senate floors but in the hallways under the Gold Dome. A group of business owners held a news conference Thursday morning to endorse legislation Gov. Brian Kemp has singled out as his top priority for the 2025 General Assembly session.

• Columbia County Launches Foundations for the Future Comprehensive Plan

  March 14, 2025

  Columbia County is imagining the possibilities ahead, and the community is invited to shape the future. The Foundations for the Future Comprehensive Plan is designed to bring together the voices of residents, business owners, and local organizations to build a strong foundation for the County’s future.

• Georgia Cities Make Their Mark in Nation’s Capital

  March 14, 2025

  Every March, thousands of city officials from all over the United States descend on Washington, D.C. for the National League of Cities’ Congressional City Conference. This year, over 100 Georgia city officials participated and spent their days engaging with peers, experts, federal agencies and Members of Congress on issues impacting their cities.

• AG Chris Carr Secures Nearly $80M for Georgia Taxpayers and Consumers in 2024

  March 14, 2025

  Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his Consumer Protection Division secured over $38 million for Georgia taxpayers in 2024, along with more than $39.3 million in savings and restitution for Georgia consumers.

• United Way of the CSRA Celebrates Community Champions at Annual Celebration

  March 13, 2025

  United Way of the CSRA hosted its annual celebration at the Augusta Marriott, recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations that have made a significant impact on the community over the past year, even in the midst of recovering from the devastation from Hurricane Helene.

• Top 10 Business Cities In US Revealed as Study Shows US Spends $119B on Business Travel Each Year

  March 13, 2025

  In 2023, meeting and event-related travel spending totaled over $119 billion in the United States alone¹. With this in mind, and ahead of Global Meetings Industry Day on April 3rd, business travel experts at Booking.com for Business have revealed the best places for business-related travel in the US.

• Club Car President & CEO Announces Plans to Retire

  March 11, 2025

  Club Car President and Chief Executive Officer, Mark Wagner, announced his decision to retire effective August 1, 2025. Wagner has served as President and CEO for the last 8 years of his 29-year career with the company.

• Meet J.C.: A Story of Strength and Opportunity

  March 11, 2025

  J.C., a senior at Kennesaw State University studying Information Systems, knows firsthand the challenges of aging out of foster care. Entering the system at 14, he faced disappointment and uncertainty, including being told he would never find a family. But despite the hardships, J.C. never stopped striving for a better future.

• Georgia Ports Authority Marks 80th Anniversary of Driving Trade and Economic Growth

  March 11, 2025

  The Georgia Ports Authority is celebrating 80 years of advancing global trade and economic prosperity.

• TCSG Announces 2025 Adult Education Student and Teacher of the Year Winners

  March 10, 2025

  The Technical College System of Georgia has named the winners of its annual adult education awards, recognizing outstanding achievement in adult education and lifelong learning.

• Augusta University Awarded $99.8M from State to Help Fund New Research Building

  March 07, 2025

  Governor Brian Kemp signed the state’s amended FY2025 budget on Thursday, which includes $99.8 million to help fund the construction of a new translational research building at Augusta University.

• Georgia Tourism Industry Presents $5 Billion Check to Governor Kemp, Representing State and Local Tax Revenue Generated by Tourism

  March 07, 2025

  The Georgia Association of Convention & Visitors Bureaus joined Governor Kemp and tourism industry professionals from across the state on Wednesday, March 5 to recognize the significant impact and importance of Georgia’s tourism industry.

• Leadership Augusta Opens Applications for Class of 2026

  March 06, 2025

  Applications are now open for Leadership Augusta's prestigious Class of 2026, closing on April 18th. Established in 1980 by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Augusta is dedicated to educating and inspiring emerging and existing leaders to strengthen the community.

• 2025 GMA Youth Forum Empowers Future Civic Leaders

  March 06, 2025

  The 2025 GMA Youth Forum brought together young leaders from across Georgia to explore civic engagement, leadership development, and the impact of municipal governance.

• Augusta Tech Announces 2024-2025 SkillsUSA National Conference Winners

  March 05, 2025

  SkillsUSA continues to empower nearly 400,000 members nationwide, equipping them with the personal, workplace, and technical skills needed to excel as world-class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens.

• A Celebration of Georgia’s Entertainment Industry: Upcoming Georgia Film Week To Host Five-Days of Events

  March 05, 2025

  Georgia Production Partnership, in conjunction with a number of Georgia-based entertainment organizations, will host activities that will showcase the various aspects of the entertainment industry. Georgia Film Day is now part of Georgia Film Week: from March 17 - 21, events will focus on successful aspects of the state’s entertainment industry.

• James M. Bailey Announced as Keynote Speaker for Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce’s 116th Annual Meeting

  March 04, 2025

  The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the keynote speaker for the 116th Annual Meeting will be James M. Bailey, President and CEO of the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE).

• Business Owners Optimistic on National and Local Economy

  March 04, 2025

  PNC's latest semi-annual survey of small and mid-sized business owners, which concluded Feb. 4th, indicates sustained optimism not just for their own businesses, but for the national and local economies as well.

• UGA Researcher: Burnout From Financial Stress May Lower Job Satisfaction

  March 03, 2025

  Stress from work can often leave people feeling tired and overwhelmed. Anxiety in other parts of life could make this even worse, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.

• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Serves 108M Passengers in 2024

  February 28, 2025

  Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport hosted 108.1 million passengers traveling through the Airport in 2024, making it the second-highest annual passenger volume in ATL’s history. This milestone is second only to ATL’s 2019 record of 110 million passengers, reinforcing the Airport’s status as the world’s busiest and most efficient airport.

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