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• Georgia Ports’ Blue Ridge Connector 95% Complete

  January 26, 2026

  Construction on the Blue Ridge Connector is now 95 percent complete. Georgia Ports’ latest addition to its inland rail network will open for operation later this year.

• AG Chris Carr Warns of Price Gouging & Other Scams During Winter Storms

  January 26, 2026

  Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr is warning Georgians to be on the lookout for possible scams and price gouging in anticipation of the winter storm that is impacting North Georgia, Metro Atlanta and parts of Central Georgia.

• Emory Healthcare Unveils Refreshed Brand—Honoring Its Legacy While Advancing the Future of Care

  January 23, 2026

  Emory Healthcare unveiled a refreshed brand identity that reflects the strength of its academic roots, the humanity of its care and its vision for the future of health care—one defined by discovery, innovation and deep community connection.

• Chairman Harry Johnston Delivers Annual 2026 State of Cherokee County Address

  January 23, 2026

  On Wednesday, the Council for Quality Growth, Cherokee County Government, and Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2026 State of Cherokee County Address at the Cherokee Conference Center in Canton.

• Gov. Kemp Declares State of Emergency, Activates State Operations Center Ahead of Winter Storm

  January 23, 2026

  Governor Brian P. Kemp declared a statewide State of Emergency ahead of Winter Storm Fern's impact on the state this weekend. The Governor also directed the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency to activate the State Operations Center and mobilize any needed resources to address any potential needs around the state.

• Tiger Woods & Arthur Blank Family Foundation to Transform Capitol View Elementary Building into TGR Learning Lab Atlanta

  January 22, 2026

  Atlanta Public Schools today announced a landmark partnership with Tiger Woods’ nonprofit, TGR Foundation, and the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to repurpose the former Capitol View Elementary School into the TGR Learning Lab Atlanta, a state-of-the-art learning facility designed to expand access to innovative STEAM education, career exploration, and out-of-school programming for APS students.

• Georgia’s Economy Is Growing—The 2026 Redbook Shows What Comes Next

  January 22, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber Foundation published the 2026 Economic Competitiveness Redbook (Redbook), the most comprehensive collection of statewide economic data and the Foundation’s annual capstone project.

• Georgia Power Teams Prepared to Respond to Winter Storm Fern

  January 22, 2026

  As Winter Storm Fern brings subfreezing temperatures to the state this weekend, as well as the potential for significant snow and ice, Georgia Power is encouraging customers to take steps now to prepare and stay safe and warm. The company is preparing as well, with crews across the state engaged and ready to safely and quickly respond to potential damage from the storm and restore service for customers.

• Atlanta Regional Commission Swears in Five New Board Members

  January 21, 2026

  The Atlanta Regional Commission swore in five new board members at its meeting last week, including Three are mayors and two citizen members.

• Governor Kemp to Lead Economic Development Mission to Belgium & United Kingdom

  January 21, 2026

  Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that he and First Lady Marty Kemp will lead an international mission this week to reinforce economic relationships in Belgium and the United Kingdom.

• Atlanta Retains Crown as World’s Busiest Airport 2025 While Dubai Gains Ground

  January 20, 2026

  OAG, the leading data platform for the global travel industry, today released its annual ranking of the World’s Busiest Airports for 2025, based on scheduled airline capacity.

• Atlanta, With Nearly 10× the Fixer‑Uppers of Regional Rivals, Emerges as the Southeast’s Deepest Renovation Market

  January 20, 2026

  According to a new study of Atlanta housing markets released yesterday morning, Atlanta now has nearly 10× more fixer‑upper listings than key Southeast peers, positioning it as the region’s deepest renovation market despite higher headline prices.

• ARC Developing ‘Housing Strategy for the Atlanta Region’ to Address Affordability Challenges

  January 16, 2026

  The Atlanta Regional Commission is developing a comprehensive strategic plan, known as the Housing Strategy for the Atlanta Region – ARC, to address the region’s growing housing affordability challenges.

• Fulton County Economic Development Momentum: Top 20 Nationwide-Three Years Running

  January 16, 2026

  Fulton County continues to demonstrate why it remains one of the nation’s most competitive locations for investment, talent, and long-term growth. In the most recent Site Selection Magazine Top Counties ranking, Fulton County placed No. 13 nationally, maintaining a Top 20 position for the third consecutive year.

• Stuart Countess Transitions to 2026 Chair of the Georgia Chamber

  January 16, 2026

  The Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s annual Eggs & Issues Breakfast, held Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, convened more than 3,000 business and civic leaders from across the state for one of Georgia’s largest and most influential policy events.

• CEO Confidence Improves in Q4 2025 as Leaders Adjust to a New Operating Reality

  January 16, 2026

  Confidence among small and midsize business CEO's saw significant gains in the fourth quarter of 2025 as leaders grew more comfortable operating in ongoing economic uncertainty, according to the latest CEO Confidence Index from Vistage, a CEO coaching and peer advisory organization.

• Gov. Kemp Announces Affordability, Infrastructure & Workforce Priorities at Eggs and Issues

  January 15, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp delivered the closing address at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s annual Eggs and Issues legislative event, announcing a number of his top legislative and budgetary priorities for the 2026 session of the General Assembly.

• Fox Theatre Delivers a Chart-Topping Year in 2025

  January 14, 2026

  The Fox Theatre continued its national momentum in 2025, earning top industry rankings, editorial honors and leadership recognition. Together, these accolades underscore its position as one of the world’s most influential and high-performing venues.

• MARTA Board of Directors Welcomes New Members, Elects Leadership

  January 14, 2026

  The MARTA Board of Directors welcomes new members and elects leadership for 2026. New board members include Sarah Galica, Devon Hudson, Ryan Loke, and Elizabeth Bolton-Harris and Shayna Pollock who were appointed to the board last spring.

• Some Things New Amid All That Is Old Under the Gold Dome in Atlanta

  January 14, 2026

  When Georgia lawmakers return to Atlanta for the new legislative session, they will proceed to their weathered wooden desks, and if they are observant, they will notice something new.

• Delta to Add Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Widebody Fleet

  January 14, 2026

  Delta will add 30 new Boeing 787 Dreamliner widebody aircraft as it continues to refresh and streamline its fleet while improving fuel efficiency and providing a world-class in-flight experience.

• Atlanta Board of Education Swears in Four Board Members, Elects New Chair and Vice Chair

  January 13, 2026

  The Atlanta Board of Education swore in four board members and elected a new chair and vice chair Monday morning.

• Thomas & Hutton Announces Sixth-Generation Leadership Transition as Firm Enters 80th Year

  January 13, 2026

  Thomas & Hutton, a leading consulting and professional services firm specializing in engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, and GIS, announced a planned leadership transition that marks the firm’s sixth generation of leadership as it enters its 80th year in business.

• Georgia General Assembly Kicks Off ’26 Session Focused on Affordability & Taxes

  January 13, 2026

  Lawmakers, lobbyists and protesters swarmed to the Georgia Capitol on Monday, the first day of the annual legislative session in a crucial election year.

• Dr. Joon Lee, CEO of Emory Healthcare to Keynote DeKalb Chamber 88th Annual Meeting

  January 12, 2026

  Dr. Joon Lee, CEO of Emory Healthcare, will serve as the keynote speaker for the DeKalb Chamber 88th Annual Meeting & Business Luncheon. The meeting will take place on Thursday, January 15th at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta - Northlake.

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