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Georgia Processes More Claims in 14 Weeks Than in the Past Seven Years
Features, June 26, 2020
The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced today they have processed over 2.7 million regular UI initial claims in the past 14 weeks, more than the last seven years combined.
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Savannah Now the Top US Port for Ag Exports
News, June 26, 2020
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SK innovation to Invest Another $940 Million in Jackson County Expansion, Create 600 Jobs
News, June 26, 2020
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Columbus Chamber Names Jerald Mitchell President & CEO
News, June 26, 2020
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SGMC Partners with Mercer to Offer Residency Programs
News, June 26, 2020
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COVID-19 Recovery Call Happening Today for Hispanic Entrepreneurs, Faith-based & Non-profit Organizations
News, June 26, 2020
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Kemp, Duncan, Ralston Encourage Passage of COVID-19 Economic Relief Package
Features, June 26, 2020
Governor Brian P. Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Duncan, and Speaker David Ralston expressed their support of the passage of an economic relief package for businesses in the wake of COVID-19.
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"Healthcare Heroes" Free All Summer at Wild Adventures
News, June 26, 2020
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Marsy’s Law for Georgia Requests the State’s Judicial System Designate the Protection of Victims’ Rights as an “Essential Function”
News, June 26, 2020
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Chuck E. Cheese Parent Files for Bankruptcy
News, June 26, 2020
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Deloitte: COVID-19 Accelerates Cycle of Paid Entertainment Subscriptions and Cancellations
News, June 26, 2020
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Leadership Troup Class of 2020 Completes Program
Features, June 25, 2020
The LaGrange-Troup County Chamber of Commerce recently held a virtual graduation to recognize the 30 community members who completed the 2019-2020 Leadership Troup program presented by Jackson Services. Please see the attached photo of the class.
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Milletech Systems Inc. to Move Entire Operation to Georgia, Create 465 Jobs in Fulton County
News, June 25, 2020
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Delta Donates 1 Million Pounds of Food (and Counting) to Communities Around World
Features, June 25, 2020
The COVID-19 crisis has created a number of opportunities for Delta people to make a difference in the communities where we live and work. Since Delta has temporarily adjusted services on board and in Delta Sky Clubs, they have donated food and other provisions from warehouses around the globe to hospitals, schools, food banks and other organizations.
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GDOT Awards $58.5 Million in Construction Contracts for May
News, June 25, 2020
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CFL Flooring to Create 300 Jobs, Invest More Than $70 Million in Gordon County
News, June 25, 2020
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Anthem BCBS and Amazon Give Anthem Members Increased Access to Health Information to Enhance Their Healthcare Experience
News, June 25, 2020
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Neil L. Pruitt Jr., Chairman and CEO of PruittHealth, Appointed to Coronavirus Commission for Safety and Quality in Nursing Homes
News, June 25, 2020
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Women in Technology Announces Title Sponsor for their Inaugural Online Gala
News, June 25, 2020
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Global Survey Reveals Financial Services Professionals Are Confident in Job Security But Not the Market
News, June 25, 2020
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Deloitte Study: The Great Compression: Implications of COVID-19 for the US Shale Industry
News, June 25, 2020
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Georgia Chamber to Spotlight Manufacturing in Upcoming ‘Future Of’ Series
News, June 24, 2020
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State Launches Internet Speedtest Pilot for Schools
News, June 24, 2020
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Georgia Power Announces Resequencing of Vogtle Units 3 & 4 Planned Activities
News, June 24, 2020
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Georgia’s Public HBCUs: Standing United
News, June 24, 2020
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New CEFGA Instagram Live Series to Educate Students about Careers in Construction
News, June 24, 2020
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State Farm Neighborhood Assist Providing Relief during Challenging Times
News, June 24, 2020
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Senator Loeffler Announces $52,079 for Georgia MLK Day of Service Events
News, June 24, 2020
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1 in 3 Americans Not Confident About Filing Their Taxes Amid Pandemic, Despite Delayed Deadline
News, June 24, 2020
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Housing Market Shows Signs of Rebounding from Coronavirus Shutdowns
News, June 24, 2020
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Georgia Power Announces Executive Leadership Moves
News, June 23, 2020
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Georgia Department of Education Awards $22M to School Districts in Second Round of L4GA Literacy Grants
News, June 23, 2020
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AAA: Georgia Gas Price Increase 2 Cents
News, June 23, 2020
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Facebook to Invest $200M to Support Black-Owned Business
News, June 23, 2020
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Southern Company Gas Announces Leadership Changes in Georgia and Tennessee as Part of Ongoing Strategy to Support Customer Demands
News, June 23, 2020
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Georgia DPH Asks Residents to ‘Answer the Call’ in New Contact Tracing Video
News, June 23, 2020
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Trump Administration Invests $1.6 Billion in Rural Electric Infrastructure in 21 States
News, June 23, 2020
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New Paychex Study Shares Insights on the Impact of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act
News, June 23, 2020
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IBM Security Study Finds Employees New to Working from Home Pose Security Risk
News, June 23, 2020
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Georgia Wood Pellet Plant Bought for $175M
News, June 22, 2020
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Bill Introduced to Expand PPP Eligibility to Chambers of Commerce
News, June 22, 2020
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Georgia Streamlines Certification for Educators
News, June 22, 2020
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Beyond Antivirus: How to Protect Your Business from the Unknown
News, June 22, 2020
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New Report Examines Bioscience Industry’s Economic Impact in Georgia & Role in Global Pandemic
Features, June 22, 2020
The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) released new data on the bioscience industry in the United States this week during the BIO Digital conference. The new report, The Bioscience Economy: Propelling Life-Saving Treatments, Supporting State & Local Communities, analyzes the bioscience industry’s economic footprint across the nation and in Georgia, the significant role of small- and mid-sized companies, and the industry’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Nominations Open for the 2020 Small Business of the Year Awards
News, June 19, 2020
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Georgia Unemployment Rate Drops in May
News, June 19, 2020
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Perspecta to Open Regional Headquarters at Georgia Cyber Center, Create 178 Jobs
News, June 19, 2020
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Delta Welcomes Travelers Back with Layers of Protection for Safe Travel
News, June 19, 2020
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Morehouse College Student Success Program Receives $40M Donation from Philanthropists Patty Quillin and Reed Hastings
News, June 19, 2020
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Gov. Kemp, GaDOE Issue Joint Statement: Georgia Will Seek Standardized Testing Waiver for 2020-21
News, June 19, 2020
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Georgia Bankers Association Elects and Installs Officers and Directors to its Board
Features, June 19, 2020
Members of the Georgia Bankers Association (GBA) have elected and installed officers for the 2020-2021 fiscal year and added 10 members to its board of directors.
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Senator David Perdue: HBCUs Need Additional Support During COVID-19 Crisis
News, June 19, 2020
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The Conference Board Leading Economic Index for the U.S. Improved in May
News, June 19, 2020
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Harris County Unveils New Tourism Brand Identity And Launches Outdoor Focused Marketing Campaign
News, June 18, 2020
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PCOM Webinar Addresses Impact of COVID-19 on Rural America
News, June 18, 2020
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GDOL Launches PEUC, The Extended Benefits Program for Those Who Have Exhausted Regular State UI
News, June 18, 2020
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Gov. Kemp, GEMA Provide PPE Distribution Totals
News, June 18, 2020
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President Jimmy Carter Opposes HB 906 Threat to Privatize Ossabaw Island, other Heritage Preserves
News, June 18, 2020
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Southern Company Gas Names John O. Hudson, III President and CEO of Nicor Gas
News, June 18, 2020
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Advisory Group to Review Names Used On University System of Georgia Campuses
Features, June 18, 2020
Board of Regents Chairman Sachin Shailendra and Chancellor Steve Wrigley of the University System of Georgia (USG) have asked an advisory group to review and study the names of buildings and colleges on all USG campuses and report to the Board on any recommended changes.
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Georgia Tests 100% of Nursing Home Residents
News, June 18, 2020
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Georgia Power to Offer Special Payment Options for Customers During COVID-19 Pandemic Recovery
News, June 18, 2020
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Survey: 57% Of Workers Second-Guessing Careers Amid Pandemic
News, June 18, 2020
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Homebuying Demand is 25% Higher Than Before the Pandemic
News, June 18, 2020
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Gov. Kemp Names Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Executive Director
News, June 17, 2020
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Georgia Honors State’s 2020 ‘Small Business ROCK STARS’
Features, June 17, 2020
Today, the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) and the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) teamed up to recognize Georgia’s 2020 Small Business ROCK STARS. Originally set to take place in April, the ceremony to celebrate the four winning businesses was transformed into a completely virtual production to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
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Southern Company Gas Grows Leadership Team to Focus on Climate Action, Innovation and Renewable Natural Gas Strategy
News, June 17, 2020
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Resolution Recreating the Georgia Commission on Freight and Logistics Passes the Senate
News, June 17, 2020
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AT&T 5G Launches in 137 New Markets, Covering More Than 160 Million People in the U.S.
News, June 17, 2020
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SPLC Announces up to $30 Million Investment in Voter Registration and Mobilization in Deep South States
News, June 17, 2020
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AG Carr Recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Encourages Georgians to Learn Signs of Elder Abuse
News, June 17, 2020
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Milliman Analysis: Economic Recovery for Public Pensions Continues in May, with Funded Ratio Climbing Back to 71.3%
News, June 17, 2020
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60% of Millennials Reduced Their Spending as a Result of the COVID-19 Pandemic
News, June 17, 2020
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New Solar-Powered EV Charging Station at Interstate 85's West Point Visitors Center Delivers 300% More Power
News, June 16, 2020
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GPA Elects Officers for FY2021
Features, June 16, 2020
At its meeting Tuesday, the Georgia Ports Authority board elected officers for the coming fiscal year, selecting Will McKnight to serve a second year as chairman.
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Georgia Power Receives StormReady Supporter Certification by National Weather Service
News, June 16, 2020
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David Moody Installed as President of Associated General Contractors of Georgia
News, June 16, 2020
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GEICO’s Macon Office has Immediate Openings to Fill
News, June 16, 2020
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Senator David Perdue Talks Georgia Progress
News, June 16, 2020
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Priority COVID-19 Testing Available for All Georgia First Responders
News, June 16, 2020
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Bidding Wars Climb in May as Coronavirus Intensifies Housing Shortage
News, June 16, 2020
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U.S. Economic Growth Expectations Largely Unchanged as Lockdown Restrictions Ease
News, June 16, 2020
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Doug Hertz to Receive Council for Quality Growth’s Prestigious Four Pillar Award
News, June 15, 2020
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Georgia Again Recognized for Excellence in Attracting Jobs and Investment
Features, June 15, 2020
Governor Kemp announced that Georgia has received its 12th Shovel Award – its 11th consecutive such award – recognizing the state’s excellence in attracting investment and creating jobs.
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Atlanta-Based Company Helping Ensure Workforce Readiness with Population Monitoring Technology
News, June 15, 2020
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Atlanta Gas Light and Community Partners Collect More than 20,000 Pounds of Food During Statewide Food Drives
News, June 15, 2020
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Georgia’s Price Gouging Statute to Stay in Effect through July 12th
News, June 15, 2020
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Georgia Tests 97% of Nursing Home Residents
News, June 15, 2020
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Georgia Film, TV, Streaming Production Industry Is Open for Business
Features, June 15, 2020
Governor Kemp announced that the major motion picture, television, and streaming companies plan to bring back and hire an estimated 40,000 production workers, who will be employed on an expected seventy-five production projects that will invest over $2 billion into the Georgia economy during the next eighteen months.
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Airbnb Announces New Partnerships to Support Local Economic Growth, New Campaign to Support Domestic Travel
News, June 15, 2020
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The Conference Board: Customers Are Changing, So Should Marketing
News, June 15, 2020
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AT&T Connecting Rural Georgia
Features, June 12, 2020
AT&T – through its participation in the Federal Communications Commission’s Connect America Fund – has extended high-speed internet service to nearly 54,000 homes and businesses in rural parts of 70 counties in the state.
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How Is COVID-19 Affecting Your Community? The Federal Reserve Wants to Hear from You
News, June 12, 2020
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The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Names Gabriel Vaca Interim President
News, June 12, 2020
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Anthem, Inc. Leads Collaboration to Develop Tools to Help Public Officials and Businesses Make Informed Decisions Related to COVID-19
News, June 12, 2020
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Georgia Military Priorities Secured In Defense Bill
News, June 12, 2020
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Decline in Homeownership Rate Will Boost Rental Demand
News, June 12, 2020
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AAA Urges Motorists to Be Safe When Returning to the Roads
News, June 12, 2020
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Georgia Legal Community Steps Up During COVID19, Provides 3.3 Million Meals for State’s Food Banks
Features, June 11, 2020
Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that law firms and legal organizations across Georgia raised a record-breaking 852,090 dollars during the 9th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy. This is the equivalent of over 3,331,062 meals for Georgia’s food banks, and a staggering two-fold increase in donations from last year’s competition.
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Metro Atlanta Chamber Promotes Katie Kirkpatrick to President and CEO
News, June 11, 2020