July 2025 Features

• Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Commits Financial Support for Major Gas South Arena Renovation

  July 24, 2025

  The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved a resolution committing to partner with the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau to finance the renovation and expansion of the Gas South Arena with enhanced security, updated technology, more concession options and more parking.

• New Research from Generation Underscores The Importance of Remote Work for US Rural Communities

  July 24, 2025

  New data from Generation, the global economic mobility nonprofit, reveals how midcareer workers are navigating economic uncertainty and employment challenges in rural America. The report, Rural America Is Ready for Remote Work, is based on a study commissioned by Generation and conducted by YouGov across rural counties in the 17 states that make up the Appalachian and Delta regions of the United States.

• American Cancer Society Names Shane Jacobson as CEO

  July 23, 2025

  The American Cancer Society and its advocacy affiliate the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network announced Shane Jacobson as their chief executive officer, effective August 12th.

• ARC Workshop Brings Together Land Use and Transportation Planners

  July 23, 2025

  To paraphrase a famous cop and lawyer show: In the local government planning system, there are two separate but equally important groups – those who specialize in land use, and those who focus on transportation.

• Technical College System of Georgia Launches Podcast: Talent Pipeline Georgia

  July 23, 2025

  The Technical College System of Georgia announces the launch of Talent Pipeline Georgia, a new monthly podcast spotlighting the people, programs, and partnerships fueling Georgia’s position as the #1 state for business.

• Bringing Art Home: How One Rural Town Transformed Access to the Arts with Georgia Council for the Arts’ Traveling Exhibit

  July 23, 2025

  For the Euharlee Welcome Center and History Museum, the opportunity to host a traveling art exhibit in partnership with Georgia Council for the Arts was one they seized with enthusiasm – and their hard work paid off.

• Delta Air Lines and TOUR Championship Team Up to Deliver a First-Class Fan Experience at the 2025 Tournament

  July 22, 2025

  The TOUR Championship today announced the addition of the new Delta SkyMiles Deck, a fan venue on the No. 18 tee box, exclusive to Delta SkyMiles Members.

• Meet Eryka: A Story of Strength, Art, and Hope

  July 22, 2025

  Eryka, a senior at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), has always dreamed of becoming an artist. But at 15, she was homeless, and soon after, placed in Georgia’s foster care system—separated from her younger brother with special needs.

• 95.5 WSB Care-a-Thon to Broadcast its 25th Annual Event at Arthur M. Blank Hospital; Radio-a-Thon benefits Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center

  July 21, 2025

  Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is proud to host the 25th annual 95.5 WSB Care-a-Thon at Arthur M. Blank Hospital July 24-25. The Care-a-Thon helps fund family support services, research and the Fellowship Program within the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center.

• More Changes May Be Coming For Georgia’s Voting System

  July 21, 2025

  Georgia will benefit from a portion of another $27.5 million agreed to by the owner of a defunct medial lab accused of Medicaid fraud, the U.S. Justice Department announced Thursday.

• Rivian Announces New East Coast Headquarters in Atlanta

  July 18, 2025

  Rivian, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp, and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens today announced the American electric vehicle company will establish a new East Coast Headquarters in Atlanta, as part of its landmark investment in the state.

• MARTA General Manager & CEO Collie Greenwood Announces Retirement

  July 18, 2025

  The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Board of Directors and General Manager and CEO Collie Greenwood today jointly announced Mr. Greenwood’s early retirement. Chief Customer Experience Officer Rhonda Allen was named acting GM/CEO.

• Georgia Makes History as Jobs Top 5 Million

  July 18, 2025

  The Georgia Department of Labor announced that Georgia’s June unemployment rate was 3.5%, unchanged from May. The unemployment rate was six-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate.

• Atlanta Community Food Bank Announces New 2025 Board Members

  July 17, 2025

  The Atlanta Community Food Bank, the Southeast's nonprofit leader in the fight against hunger, recently announced the 2025 Board appointments. A slate of new members joined the Board of Directors and Advisory Board for the organization that serves 29 counties across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

• Georgia’s Aerospace Industry Keeps Climbing

  July 17, 2025

  In Georgia, the future of aerospace is already taking off. From cutting-edge startups to global defense contractors, the state’s aviation and aerospace ecosystem is growing faster and flying higher than ever before. A recent Site Selection feature, “An Open Door to the Skies,” highlights how Georgia’s unmatched combination of talent, infrastructure, and industry partnerships is driving growth and innovation at every altitude.

• Georgia's AAA Bond Rating Reaffirmed by Rating Agencies

  July 16, 2025

  Governor Brian Kemp announced that Georgia has again had the highest ratings of AAA reaffirmed with a stable outlook by each of the three main credit rating agencies: FitchRatings, Moody’s Investors Service, and S&P Global Ratings. This follows last week's release of Moody's reaffirmation of this coveted level of financial trustworthiness.

• Grenada Tourism Authority Brings the Spice Isle to Atlanta in Celebration of New Daily Nonstop Service with Delta Airlines

  July 16, 2025

  In anticipation of Delta Air Lines’ upcoming daily nonstop service from Atlanta to Grenada, the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) hosted a three-part event series in Atlanta designed to spotlight the destination’s culture, luxury offerings, and warm hospitality.

• Newly Formed North Fulton Economic Alliance Names First Executive Director

  July 15, 2025

  The Greater North Fulton Chamber is pleased to announce the hiring of Rich Johnson as Executive Director of The North Fulton Economic Alliance.

• Sandy Springs-based Signature Bank of Georgia Sells for $41.6 Million

  July 15, 2025

  First Community Corporation, the holding company of First Community Bank, and Signature Bank of Georgia jointly announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement, under which First Community has agreed to acquire Signature in an all-stock transaction with a total current value of approximately $41.6 million.

• Georgia Council for the Arts: More Than $1.3M in Grants Announced Across 49 Counties

  July 15, 2025

  The Georgia Department of Economic Development team specialized in supporting arts and culture, Georgia Council for the Arts, announced that more than $1.3 million in competitive grant funding will be distributed to recipients in 49 counties across the state through its General Operating Support, Project, and Arts Education Program grants.

• Leaders Discuss Major Issues at First ‘Regional Assembly of Public Officials’

  July 14, 2025

  The Cobb Galleria Centre buzzed with activity on June 26 as about 125 mayors, city council members and county commissioners from across metro Atlanta gathered at ARC’s inaugural Regional Assembly of Public Officials. During the day-long event, participants had the opportunity to learn about some of the biggest challenges facing the region and explore solutions.

• Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership at Georgia Tech Celebrates 65 Years of Service

  July 14, 2025

  The Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership, a program of the Enterprise Innovation Institute at Georgia Tech, received recognition by Gov. Brian Kemp for 65 years of service to the manufacturing industry at the Georgia State Capitol.

• Town at Trilith Unveils 530,000-square foot Live Entertainment Hub with 2,200-Seat Theater & Luxury Cinema

  July 11, 2025

  The Town at Trilith has announced the launch of Trilith Live, a 530,000-square foot live entertainment complex designed to host concerts, performing arts, rehearsals, live audience productions, conventions, corporate events, banquets, and more.

• Campaigns for Statewide Offices Take Shape After First Major Financial Filings

  July 11, 2025

  People who want to influence Georgia’s next elections have already poured millions of dollars into the 2026 governor’s race and other statewide campaigns.

• Gateway85 CID Announces Leadership Changes & Executive Leadership Search

  July 10, 2025

  As the Gateway85 Community Improvement District prepares to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, the CID is entering a new chapter of leadership and momentum.