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Hyundai Transys to invest $560 million and add 320 jobs in Georgia Hyundai Transys plans to create more than 300 new jobs in Georgia to expand its existing manufacturing capabilities in West Point, Georgia. Gov. Brian Kemp announced Thursday that the company plans to invest nearly $560 million to expand its facility, which will bring 320 new jobs. “The Hyundai family of brands has been an incredible partner to Georgia, […]
Georgia Tech students develop drone detection technology Through a university program designed to help startups, two Georgia Tech students are creating a defense technology company by building drone detection systems. Tejas Balaji and Maxwell Hadaway founded Sokol Technologies, which is developing anti-drone technology and autonomous defense systems. Their technology uses sound and cameras to detect drones that can evade traditional detection systems like radar. Although they have the technology development […]
Georgia sets record with $35.2 billion in economic development investments Gov. Brian Kemp and the Georgia Department of Economic Development announced Thursday a new record for project investments in fiscal year 2026 with around $35.2 billion. The Global Commerce team supported 436 expansions by Georgia businesses and new company locations across the state, which are expected to bring more than 25,000 new private-sector jobs over the next several years. “Georgia […]
Avondale Estates sees new life as downtown attracts restaurants and retail Avondale Estates has seen new life as its new downtown attracts restaurants, retail and green space. Mayor Jonathan Elmore told CBS News Atlanta that the development of downtown is part of a larger effort to connect the residential community with the commercial center. "Our residents wanted stuff," Elmore said. "They wanted to see buildings occupied. They wanted to see […]
Georgia communities push back as data center boom raises water concerns As Georgia becomes a popular spot for data centers, local communities are finding ways to limit their expansion. Atlanta City Council member Kelsea Bond recently introduced legislation to create a task force to study the impacts of data centers on water, energy and health in an effort to fight back against the technology giants. “Just because there's so many […]
Georgia manufacturer helps lead new push to end starvation with emergency food A Georgia manufacturer is at the center of the fight to end starvation due to an emergency food it produces from locally sourced peanuts. Mana Nutrition in Fitzgerald, Georgia, is one of two manufacturers of ready to use therapeutic food (RUTF), which is a peanut-based nutritional aid. The State Department announced in July a commitment of $100 million […]
Siemens plans $185M Georgia facility expected to create 1,400 jobs Jackson County could see more than 1,400 new jobs arise in the next several years thanks to a new manufacturing facility planned in Pendergrass. Siemens, a global technology company that leads in electrification, automation, and industrial software, plans to build the new facility, which will be a $185 million investment, according to a news release from the Governor’s Office. “For […]
Georgia governor candidates focus on affordability at Chamber luncheon The Georgia Chamber of Commerce welcomed more than 2,000 community leaders to its annual Congressional Luncheon last week. The speakers included Gov. Brian Kemp, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins and both candidates for governor, former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson. The two candidates for governor harped on affordability while they spoke, particularly healthcare affordability, according to Georgia Public Broadcasting. […]
Lawsuit challenges delays in DACA renewal processing Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, program recipients have had approval of their renewal applications delayed causing some to lose work permits and their jobs. Immigration rights activist organizations are now suing the federal government for the delays. Program recipients are those who were brought to the U.S. as children with an undocumented status. They are allowed to live and work under […]
Jody Hamilton and Shawn "Smith" Peirce are the proprietors of The Politics Bar, a progressive audio show that recreates the spirit of the old neighborhood bar where friends could discuss the news of the day without starting a brawl. Jody is an Emmy-nominated, award-winning media producer, actress, and radio host—daughter of TV producer Joe Hamilton and comedy legend Carol Burnett—who's made her own mark in media through "The Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers," "The Porkchop Playhouse," "From The Bunker" podcast, and her work as executive producer and fill-in host of "The Stephanie Miller Show". Shawn is a long-time national media producer and radio talent who's one of the few producers in U.S. political media to have worked on the left, right, and center, including more than a decade with "The Randi Rhodes Show" and stints producing "The Stephanie Miller Show," "The Bill Press Show," "The Laura Ingraham Radio Show," and "The Steele & Ungar Show" for SiriusXM. The show airs weeknights on progressive radio affiliates nationwide and is available on-demand through podcast platforms and Substack subscription.
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