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• Global Law Firm Dentons Awarded for its Legacy Commitment to the Communities it Serves

  June 12, 2025

  goBeyondProfit, a first-of-its-kind business leader initiative that inspires business generosity, today announced Dentons Atlanta as the recipient of a 2025 goBeyondProfit Champion Award. This recognition celebrates the firm's enduring commitment to civic engagement.

• Atlanta Marks One Year to Go until the FIFA World Cup 26 with Joint Host City Efforts & Citywide Celebrations

  June 12, 2025

  The Atlanta World Cup Host Committee marked One Year to Go until the FIFA World Cup 26 with a celebration that highlighted the area’s preparation for the world’s largest sporting event while also announcing multiple initiatives designed to boost fan engagement, honor the region’s rich culture, and build momentum ahead of the city’s first match on June 15, 2026.

• Invest Fest 2025 Announces Open Pitch, A Startup Pitch Competition With $125,000 Investment Prize

  June 11, 2025

  Open Opportunity Fund, the venture capital firm, is partnering with Earn Your Leisure, the cultural force behind Invest Fest, to launch the Open Pitch competition live on stage at Invest Fest 2025 in Atlanta.

• 24 Middle School Civic Leaders to Compete in First Georgia Civics Bee State Finals Hosted by Georgia Chamber of Commerce Foundation

  June 11, 2025

  Today, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced that 24 middle school civic leaders from eight communities across Georgia will compete in the National Civics Bee Georgia State Finals. For the first time, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Foundation will host the National Civics Bee Georgia State Finals in partnership with The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

• UGA Study: Future of Volunteering in U.S. Remains Uncertain

  June 11, 2025

  Volunteerism may be dying a slow death in America. Research from the University of Georgia suggests economic uncertainty and social unrest may be to blame.

• Atlanta Partner Will Williams Elected Next Chair of KPMG’s Americas Region

  June 10, 2025

  KPMG today announced the Americas Board of Directors has elected Will Williams as the next Chair of KPMG’s Americas Region, commencing July 1st. Williams will succeed Paul Knopp, who has held the position since 2020.

• DeKalb Schools Hires HPM for $1.5 Billion Capital Improvement Program

  June 10, 2025

  HPM has been selected to serve as planning and program manager on a $1.5 billion capital improvement program for DeKalb County School District within metro Atlanta. HPM will serve a unique role, providing full-service planning and program management for the school district, which plans to implement a number of renovations and new construction projects to accommodate evolving enrollment and modernize aging facilities.

• How a Georgia Foster Youth Became a KSU Graduate—Thanks to This Tax Credit

  June 10, 2025

  Jake, a graduating senior at Kennesaw State University, is earning his Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Criminology—a remarkable milestone for any student, but especially meaningful for someone who entered Georgia’s foster care system at age 17.

• Emory Healthcare Officially Welcomes Houston Healthcare to the Family with Celebrations, New Sign Unveilings

  June 10, 2025

  Emory Healthcare is pleased to welcome Houston Healthcare, a community-based health system headquartered in Warner Robins, to the family, advancing high-quality patient care and expanding services to central Georgia. Houston Healthcare officially joined the Emory Healthcare team on June 1st, after receiving approval for the strategic integration from the Georgia Attorney General’s Office in May.

• Walmart Expands Drone Deliveries to Five New Cities, Including Atlanta

  June 09, 2025

  Walmart is taking convenience to new heights — and new speeds — with the expansion of its drone delivery service. Now, millions of customers in Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando and Tampa will enjoy the convenience of receiving their orders in just minutes — making Walmart the first retailer to scale drone delivery across five states.

• Governor Kemp Traveling To Canada For Trade Conference

  June 09, 2025

  Gov. Brian Kemp will lead a three-day trade mission to Canada this week amid an atmosphere of uncertainty prompted by a series of tariffs President Donald Trump has imposed on the United States’ northern neighbor.

• Artistic Innovation at the Heart of Georgia Tech’s Newest District

  June 06, 2025

  In West Midtown, steps away from the heart of the Georgia Tech campus, the Ferst Center for the Arts, and Science Square, a vision is taking shape. It’s Tech’s latest planned innovation district — an arts and entertainment hub for Atlanta called Creative Quarter.

• High Street Residential and Third & Urban Announce Plans for Mixed-Use Development in Sandy Springs

  June 06, 2025

  High Street Residential, the residential subsidiary of Trammell Crow Company, alongside partner Third & Urban, have announced plans for Hillcrest, a transformative 8.1-acre mixed-use development set to redefine luxury living and community engagement in the heart of Sandy Springs

• Atlanta Crowned Best Large City for Recent Grads

  June 05, 2025

  In 2025, Atlanta climbed back to the number one spot among large cities, thanks to strong employment and financial metrics.

• New Public-Private Partnership to Bring 269 Residences and a 700-Space Parking Deck to the Heart of Downtown Lilburn

  June 05, 2025

  The City of Lilburn and the Lilburn Downtown Development Authority celebrated the groundbreaking of a transformative new development by Atlanta-based RangeWater Real Estate. At the event, RangeWater officially unveiled the name of the project: The Porchline—a tribute to the town’s heritage of front porches and rail lines that shaped the rhythm of community life.

• Goodwill of North Georgia Celebrates 2025 Graduation with 781 Career Training Graduates

  June 04, 2025

  On June 9th, Goodwill of North Georgia, will honor 781 individuals who have completed job training and career development programs across its 45-county service area. This year’s themed: “Dive Deep into Success, ” will recognizes the remarkable resilience, growth, and readiness of graduates to contribute meaningfully to Georgia’s workforce.

• State Tax Rebates on the Way

  June 04, 2025

  The checks are about to go out in the mail. The Georgia Department of Revenue will begin issuing one-time state income tax refunds to taxpayers this week, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday.

• Arrow Exterminators Celebrates the Retirement of Two Industry Leaders: Rick Bell and Ken Stieren

  June 04, 2025

  Atlanta-based Arrow Exterminators proudly announces the retirement of two exceptional leaders, Rick Bell and Ken Stieren, both of whom have dedicated their lives to advancing the pest control industry and building the foundation of excellence that defines our company today. Their official retirement date was May 31, 2025.

• Mayor Andre Dickens Applauds Unanimous Approval of $3.0B FY 2026 Operating Budget Centered on Equity, Innovation & Infrastructure

  June 03, 2025

  Mayor Andre Dickens praised the Atlanta City Council for unanimously passing the Fiscal Year 2026 budget, which includes a $975.4 million General Fund and a total operating budget of $3 billion across major funds—underscoring the City's continued commitment to equity, innovation, and essential infrastructure investments.

• Atlanta Public Schools, Atlanta Partners for Education Participating in State Tax Credit Program to Raise $750K for District Programs

  June 03, 2025

  The Atlanta Public Schools and Atlanta Partners for Education, the foundation for APS, is participating in the Georgia Foundation for Public Education PEACH Education Tax Credit program to raise funds for three innovative APS programs totaling $750,000.

• Cox Farms Donates 1 Million Pounds of Fresh Food to Families in Need

  June 02, 2025

  Just months after announcing a partnership with Feeding America, Cox Farms, a Cox Enterprises company and the largest greenhouse operator in North America, has donated over 1 million pounds of fresh, greenhouse-grown produce to families facing hunger.

• Georgia’s Congressional Delegation Calls Truce to Collaborate on National Attraction for State

  June 02, 2025

  After more than a century of trying, Georgia may soon get its first national park, as the state’s congressional delegation puts aside partisan differences to upgrade the status of ancient mounds in Macon.

• MomoCon 2025 Sets New Record with 59,222 Attendees, Announces Expansion Plans for 2026

  June 02, 2025

  MomoCon 2025 is a wrap and the final numbers show a record 59,222 unique visitors attended over the four-day Memorial Day weekend.

• Fox Theatre Celebrates 50th Anniversary of “Save the Fox” Campaign with New Milestones, Expanded Offerings and Continued Legacy of Excellence

  May 30, 2025

  Five decades after Atlantans united to “Save the Fox,” the city’s crown jewel of live entertainment, the Fox Theatre is not only still standing but shining brighter than ever. June marks the 50th anniversary of the 1975 grassroots campaign that saved the historic Fox Theatre from demolition.

• Georgia Tech Relaunches The Biltmore as Strategic Hub for Entrepreneurship in Tech Square

  May 30, 2025

  Georgia Tech is reimagining The Biltmore as the latest engine of innovation in Tech Square, launching a bold new chapter for one of Atlanta’s most historic landmarks. As part of an ambitious effort to make Atlanta a top-five U.S. tech hub, Georgia Tech is transforming The Biltmore into a vibrant center for launching, scaling, and accelerating startups in the heart of Midtown.

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