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Georgia sets record with $35.2 billion in economic development investments

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 […]

todaySeptember 7, 2026 6

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Siemens plans $185M Georgia facility expected to create 1,400 jobs

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 […]

todayAugust 10, 2026 23

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Rideout Arsenal to invest $22 million, create 120 jobs in Thomasville

Rideout Arsenal to invest $22 million, create 120 jobs in Thomasville Gov. Brian Kemp announced Wednesday that Rideout Arsenal will be making a major investment in Thomasville.  The firearms designer and manufacturer is investing $22 million in a new manufacturing facility, which will create 120 new jobs over the next several years in the town. “Georgia attracts job creators from all over the country and world because we work with […]

todayJune 12, 2026 12

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Authority Brands bringing 390 jobs, new headquarters to Cobb County

Authority Brands bringing 390 jobs, new headquarters to Cobb County A leading home-service brand is bringing its new headquarters to Cobb County and with it nearly 400 new jobs. Authority Brands plans to establish a Franchisee Success Center in Cobb County, which will create 390 new jobs and invest around $13 million in the next several years. “We’re proud that Authority Brands has chosen to relocate to the No. 1 […]

todayJune 10, 2026 14

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Goodwill program helps Georgians rebuild careers after incarceration

Goodwill program helps Georgians rebuild careers after incarceration Goodwill of North Georgia helps thousands of formerly incarcerated individuals earn trade certifications and find jobs. Elaine Armstrong, Goodwill of North Georgia's vice president of marketing, said the program has helped more than 15,000 people find work in different fields. "We work with more than 5,000 employers across North Georgia. So that could be anybody from the folks who may hire our […]

todayMay 25, 2026 14

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Georgia small businesses struggle with tariffs and rising operating costs

Georgia small businesses struggle with tariffs and rising operating costs Georgia small businesses are feeling the pinch from tariffs and rising costs. Katrina Golden owns Lil Mama’s Sweet Treats which serves coffee and baked goods at the VA Medical Center in downtown Augusta.  She said rising costs and job uncertainty caused less people to buy from her shop. “Long term, it’s not sustainable for small businesses,” Golden said. “Just bottom […]

todayMay 13, 2026 18

Gov. Brian Kemp speaks at the state Capitol Monday before signed workforce development bills. Credit: Office of Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp.
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Kemp signs workforce bills aimed at boosting talent pipeline in Georgia

Kemp signs workforce bills aimed at boosting talent pipeline in Georgia In a mad dash to sign bills before the Tuesday deadline, Gov. Brian Kemp signed more pieces of legislation Monday focused on strengthening Georgia’s workforce. "In order to be the best state in the country for business and economic growth, Georgia also has to be the Top State for Talent," Kemp said in a news release. "Our skilled and […]

todayMay 13, 2026 12

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Georgia clean energy jobs surge, but policy shifts slow growth

Georgia clean energy jobs surge, but policy shifts slow growth Despite national and state policy, the clean energy sector in Georgia still shows some promise. Zach Amittay, the Southeast advocate for E2, said their latest data from 2024 shows that Georgia has more than 83,000 clean energy jobs across the state and ranks 15th nationwide. “So Georgia is by most accounts a leader in clean energy jobs nationally, and in […]

todayApril 14, 2026 34

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UCB to invest $2B in Gwinnett biologics facility, creating 330 jobs

UCB to invest $2B in Gwinnett biologics facility, creating 330 jobs The first pharmaceutical biologics manufacturing facility in the U.S. is coming to Georgia. UCB, Inc., a giant biopharmaceutical company based in Belgium, is planning to invest $2 billion to bring the facility to Gwinnett County at the Rowen Foundation’s science and learning campus creating 330 new jobs. “When we met with UCB leadership earlier this year in Belgium, we […]

todayMarch 26, 2026 25