Video: Dr. Penny Elkins on Her New Role as President of Mercer University
President of Mercer University Dr. Penny Elkins discusses her new role and her vision for expanding Mercer’s influence throughout Georgia.
Metro Atlanta Named a Top 5 U.S. Metro Region for Business Resilience
JW Surety Bonds analyzed the 100 largest U.S. metro areas using data from the Census Bureau and the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify where businesses are most likely to survive and thrive through economic turbulence. Metro Atlanta ranks No. 5 in the most resilient U.S. metro economies for business.
AT&T Expands Fiber Network to More Than Two Million Customer Locations in Georgia
AT&T Fiber is now available to more than two million residential and business locations in Georgia. The expanded network gives more customers access to super-fast internet speeds up to 5-Gigs. AT&T made the announcement at an event in Albany alongside local and state leaders.
Survey: Companies Take a More Cautious Approach to Corporate Philanthropy as Political & Economic Pressures Mount
Amid heightened scrutiny, companies are retreating from issues perceived as politically sensitive in their corporate philanthropy efforts. In 2026, nearly one-third of surveyed philanthropy leaders plan to scale back racial equality initiatives, with reductions also planned for environmental justice and gender equality, according to a new survey by The Conference Board. This continues the trend observed in 2025.
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How Atlanta Helps Porsche Train the Next Generation of its Mechanics
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Atlanta Opens Small Business Resources Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
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Atlanta Built 10,500 Affordable Apartments in 5 Years, Ranks 5th Nationwide
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Fulton County Releases 2026 Community Services Program Request for Proposals
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Bahama Breeze Closing All Its Restaurants, Including These In Metro Atlanta
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Courtney Stewart Named 2025 NAHB Young Professional Award Region B Finalist
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$39 Million "Big Creek Farms," a 3,310-Acre Legacy Estate Vying for Georgia's Real Estate Record
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Business Owner To Governor: Brian Kemp On Georgia’s Economic Future
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Coca-Cola Discontinues Minute Maid’s Frozen Canned Juices After 80 Years
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Nearly a Third of Opportunity Zones See Double Digit Home Price Increases
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FlexJobs Releases 2026 Report on the Fastest-Growing Remote Freelance Jobs
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City of Atlanta & Park Pride Launch Love Your Park 2026, Aiming to Engage 1,000 Volunteers Citywide
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Georgia Election Review Panel Recommends Gradual Shift To Hand-Marked Ballots
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The Marcus Foundation Awards Marcus Autism Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta $21.9M
Thanks to a $21.9 million grant from the late Bernie Marcus and The Marcus ...
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Council for Quality Growth Announces its 2026 Board of Directors Chaired by Gerald McDowell
The Council for Quality Growth formally announces its 2026 Board of Directors and Officers. ...
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Governor Kemp Announces Third Round of Rural Site Development Grants
Governor Brian Kemp announced the third round of grants from the Rural Site Development ...
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Georgia Historical Society’s Georgia History Festival Continues with Family-Friendly Events
The Georgia Historical Society's Georgia History Festival continues in February with a weekend of ...
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The Woodruff Arts Center—home to the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and High Museum ...
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Republican State House Leaders Unveil Plan To Abolish Homeowner Property Taxes
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Lineup Set For Inaugural Braves Country Fest; Tickets On Sale Today
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