Features
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PDI Acquires Plumbing, Appliance, Lighting, Electrical, and Irrigation Distributor W.A. Bragg & Co.
June 03, 2022
PDI announced that it has acquired W.A. Bragg & Co. as part of the company’s growth and expansion plans.
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Where Georgia Ranks Among Fastest-Growing Economies
June 03, 2022
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts have struggled to understand exactly what is happening with the U.S. economy. In the spring of 2020, many observers feared massive job loss and economic hardship, but robust federal stimulus helped stem the worst effects.
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Augusta Technical College Hosts Second Annual Mid-Year Economic Outlook Event
June 02, 2022
Augusta Technical College's Economic Development Division will host its inaugural Mid-Year CSRA Economic Outlook Event on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at 2:00pm in the Jack B. Patrick Information Technology Center Auditorium located on Augusta Tech’s main campus.
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Georgia Sees 9th Most Employment Growth in the U.S.
June 02, 2022
At the national level, many key employment indicators in the U.S. look similar to before the COVID-19 pandemic, and robust employment growth plays a part in that. Out of all states, Georgia experienced the 9th most employment growth between March 2021 and March 2022.
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Chick-fil-A to Test Autonomous Delivery Robots
June 02, 2022
Refraction AI, a last-mile, autonomous robot delivery company, announced today it has deployed a fleet of its self-driving vehicles to provide energy-efficient meal deliveries at two Chick-fil-A restaurants located in downtown Austin, Texas.
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Georgia Resources Put Businesses on the Map Worldwide
June 01, 2022
It’s incredible to consider that Georgia-made products and services are available in nearly every country in the world. Georgia products reached 215 unique countries and territories in 2021, thanks to a large number of diverse and innovative companies across the state.
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Queensborough National Bank & Trust Celebrates 120th Anniversary
May 31, 2022
Queensborough National Bank & Trust is celebrating the 120th anniversary of the bank’s founding in May of 1902. Since then, the bank has grown from one location in Louisville, GA to 27 locations from Augusta to Savannah. Originally founded with just a few employees, the bank now employs over 350 teammates across the state.
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AAA: Little Change to Georgia Gas Price Average
May 31, 2022
Georgia gas prices decreased at the pump compared to a week ago. Georgia motorists are now paying an average price of $4.13 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline. Monday's state average is 1 cent less than a week ago, 42 cents more than last month, and $1.22 more than this time last year.
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Governor Kemp Provides School Safety Update
May 26, 2022
On Wednesday, Governor Brian P. Kemp provided an update on school safety measures and resources in the State of Georgia.
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Temporary Suspension of Gas Tax Extended
May 26, 2022
Today, Governor Kemp signed two executive orders to alleviate the financial burden placed on Georgians due to the federal government’s gross mishandling of inflation and to renew efforts to address supply chain issues.c Governor Kemp has extended the temporary suspension of the state’s excise tax on motor fuel sales ahead of Memorial Day weekend and through July 14th,
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Rural Development Institute Helps Georgia Communities Thrive
May 25, 2022
With a focus on helping Georgia’s rural communities sustain and grow their economies, Valdosta State University is excited to kick off its inaugural Rural Development Institute.
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Twenty-Five Georgia Companies Recognized for Expanding into 70 International Markets in 2021
May 24, 2022
The Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) today announced the recipients of the 2022 GLOBE Award. Managed by the Department’s International Trade team, this state-led awards program highlights Georgia companies that expanded sales to new international markets in the previous year. During calendar year 2021, the 25 GLOBE winners collectively exported to 70 countries.
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Now Available for Georgia Economic Development Partners: Access to More Accurate, Up-to-Date Property Listings
May 24, 2022
Georgia is always looking to expand resources for local economic development groups, and that means making sure business prospects and site selectors have access to reliable, updated information on available commercial properties.
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Annual City Arts Grant Program Accepting Applications Now
May 23, 2022
Each year, the City of Augusta allocates funding to the Greater Augusta Arts Council to distribute to the non-profit arts community. City leaders recognize the importance of public financial support to sustain a wide variety of artistic disciplines and expressions.
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Hyundai Motor Group to Invest $5.54B in Georgia at First Fully Dedicated Electric Vehicle & Battery Manufacturing Facility
May 23, 2022
At a signing ceremony Friday, Governor Brian P. Kemp and Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung announced that Hyundai Motor Group will open its first fully dedicated electric vehicle (EV) and battery manufacturing facility in the State of Georgia.
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Augusta Metro Chamber Selects 2022 Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch
May 20, 2022
With the selection of the 2022 Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch, the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce not only recognizes the current accomplishments and exemplary community involvement of each recipient, but also their clear vision of the path ahead over the next 10 years.
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Georgia Surpasses a Million Jobs in Trade and Transportation
May 19, 2022
Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced today that Georgia’s trade and transportation sector has exceeded one million jobs for the first time in the state’s history.
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Georgia Historical Society Receives Two Historic Preservation Awards
May 19, 2022
The Georgia Historical Society (GHS) is pleased to announce that it has received two historic preservation awards for the recent renovation and expansion of the GHS Research Center.
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2022 Augusta Arts Awards Winners Announced
May 17, 2022
The Greater Augusta Arts Council is pleased to announce the 2022 Augusta Arts Awards winners.
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Georgia to Host Southeast U.S.-Canadian Provinces Trade, Investment Conference in Savannah
May 17, 2022
The Georgia Department of Economic Development announced that the State of Georgia will host the 2022 Southeast U.S.-Canadian Provinces Alliance Conference in Savannah in June.
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Governor Signs Budget to Strengthen Public Safety, Invest in Education & Healthcare, Further No. 1 Business Environment
May 16, 2022
Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp and Amy Porter Kemp, constitutional officers, Lt. Governor Geoff Duncan, Speaker David Ralston, leadership and members of the General Assembly, and state and local elected officials, signed the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget
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TAG’s Fintech South Returns In-Person in June
May 13, 2022
Fintech South, the southeast’s largest event dedicated to financial innovation, returns in person after two years on the virtual stage.
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First Lady Marty Kemp Leads Fight Against Human Trafficking
May 12, 2022
Governor Brian P. Kemp signed SB 461, spearheaded by First Lady Marty Kemp and designed to further the fight against human trafficking in Georgia.
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Greater Women’s Business Council to Co-Host One of the Largest Conferences of its Kind for Women Business Owners
May 12, 2022
The Greater Women’s Business Council is excited to announce that it is co-hosting the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) 2022 National Conference on June 7 - 9, 2022, in Atlanta, Georgia, along with the Ohio River Valley Women’s Business Council.
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Young Gamechangers Kick Off Program in Dalton
May 11, 2022
In April, Young Gamechangers kicked off its program in Dalton, Georgia. The Georgia Forward program brings up-and-coming leaders from within the host community as well as from all over Georgia to take a deep dive into the challenges of a single community.