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Health

Glytec relocating HQ to Cobb County, bringing 500 new jobs

Glytec relocating HQ to Cobb County, bringing 500 new jobs A major health technology company is relocating its headquarters to Cobb County bringing with it 500 new jobs. Gov. Brian Kemp announced that Glytec will have its new global headquarters at 2300 Windy Ridge Parkway near Cumberland. “Georgia’s skilled workforce and business-friendly approach have fostered success for global healthcare technologies like Glytec, making the Peach State an international hub of […]

todayMarch 19, 2026 32

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Community

$3.5B methane pipeline proposed to cut across Georgia sparks concerns

$3.5B methane pipeline proposed to cut across Georgia sparks concerns Middle Georgia community members expressed their concerns over the expansion of a pipeline that will cut through Georgia from Columbus to Augusta. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) stopped in Macon, Sandersville and Griffin last week to talk with community members about the South System Expansion 4, or SSE4, which is a $3.5 billion project by Kinder Morgan, according to […]

todayMarch 17, 2026 43

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Politics

Why can’t we buy more beer from local craft breweries in Georgia?

Why can’t we buy more beer from local craft breweries in Georgia? Georgia craft brewery activists have been fighting for years to loosen Georgia’s restrictions on the small businesses, but lawmakers have been resistant to this change. But, why? Joseph Cortes, the executive director of the Georgia Craft Brewers Guild, said the resistance to changing alcohol distribution laws in the state largely comes from the wholesaler lobby in Georgia. The […]

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Business

Georgia returns to top 10 exporting states as 2025 exports surpass $60B

Georgia returns to top 10 exporting states as 2025 exports surpass $60B Georgia made the list for top 10 exporting states in the country in 2025. Gov. Brian Kemp, along with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), announced Thursday that the state ranked No. 7 for dollar value of total trade and No. 9 for dollar value of exports in the country. “Georgia has broken export records for five […]

todayMarch 6, 2026 44 1

Jennifer Whitfield, an attorney for the Southern Environmental Law Center who’s representing Georgia Interfaith Power and Light and Southface Institute, speaks to the Public Service Commission Friday, Dec. 19, ahead of a vote on a historic expansion of Georgia Power's capacity.
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Georgia Power secures record $26.5B federal energy loan

Georgia Power secures record $26.5B federal energy loan The U.S. Department of Energy granted $26.5 billion to Georgia Power and Alabama Power, representing the largest federal energy loan package ever awarded. The two companies are subsidiaries to Atlanta-based Southern Co., and the loans are to help the companies upgrade their grids for the influx of data centers. The Office of Energy Dominance Financing claims the package will save customers $7 […]

todayFebruary 27, 2026 51

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Georgia businesses react as Trump proposes new 15% global tariff

Georgia businesses react as Trump proposes new 15% global tariff After the U.S. Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s tariff plan, Trump announced a plan to impose a 15% global tariff. Georgia businesses have been impacted differently by tariffs since Trump took office. While some were glad of the Supreme Court decision, others haven’t seen many negative consequences from the tariffs. Laura Sissoko, founder of Atlantic Fine Woods, makes […]

todayFebruary 25, 2026 37

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Casino company secures deal for Macon site despite Georgia ban

Casino company secures deal for Macon site despite Georgia ban Although casino gambling remains illegal in Georgia, that didn’t stop a casino company from securing a deal to purchase a former JCPenney building in Macon. The Macon-Bibb County Urban Development Authority approved an agreement last week, which would allow the purchase of the property by Gaming and Leisure Properties, a subsidiary of PENN Entertainment, according to 13 WMAZ. The company […]

todayFebruary 20, 2026 22

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New auto parts plant coming to Emanuel County, bringing 200 jobs

New auto parts plant coming to Emanuel County, bringing 200 jobs A new automotive production facility is coming to Emanuel County bringing with it 200 new jobs over the next several years. Gov. Brian Kemp announced Wednesday that Dongwon Autopart Technology plans to invest $30 million into the facility, according to a news release. “Georgia’s thriving automotive industry is creating new opportunities for Georgians statewide, no matter their zip code,” […]

todayFebruary 6, 2026 17

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Kemp announces $4.3M in new grants to boost rural development across Georgia

Kemp announces $4.3M in new grants to boost rural development across Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp announced Friday a new round of grants to help develop rural areas. The $4.3 million allotment comes from the Rural Site Development Initiative (RSDI) within the OneGeorgia Authority, according to the news release. “In Georgia, we are committed to bringing good-paying jobs to every part of the state,” Kemp said in the release. “The Rural […]

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