March 2026 Features

• Google Announces Initiative to Scale Energy Affordability Programs for Georgia Communities Statewide

  March 23, 2026

  Google announced an Energy Impact Fund in partnership with Georgia Power to support programs that expand access for families to energy-saving technologies that will lead to lower electric bills and stronger local energy systems across Georgia.

• Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper Announces March 23–29 as Georgia Ag Week

  March 23, 2026

  Today, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announced that Georgia Ag Week will be celebrated March 23–29, 2026. The annual statewide celebration recognizes Georgia’s No. 1 industry and honors the farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers who drive the state’s economy and sustain communities in every corner of Georgia.

• Fulton County Invests $1 Million in Support of Legacy Arts Organizations

  March 20, 2026

  During their March 18 meeting, the Fulton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved $1 million in funding for five legacy arts organizations.

• Governor Kemp & Commissioner Wilson Featured at Georgia Chamber’s First State of Economic Development

  March 20, 2026

  Yesterday, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Georgia Economic Developers Association, hosted the State of Economic Development. The inaugural event was met with over 400 attendees and is part of the Chamber’s “State of” series,

• Grady Announces New South Fulton Medical Campus & Planned Leadership Transition

  March 19, 2026

  Grady Health System announced plans for a new medical center campus in South Fulton County – a major investment designed to expand access to high-quality care, relieve capacity constraints, and strengthen community health in one of metro Atlanta’s fastest growing communities.

• Clayton County Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry Delivers 2026 State of the County Address

  March 19, 2026

  On Wednesday, the Council for Quality Growth, in partnership with Clayton County Government and host sponsor Georgia International Convention Center, hosted Chairwoman Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry’s 2nd State of Clayton County Address. Over 450 Council and Chamber members, elected officials, businesses, residents, county staff, and partners of Clayton County gathered to hear updates from Anderson-Henry.

• New Proposal Keeps Georgia's Voting System in Place till '28, Despite QR Codes

  March 19, 2026

  Georgia representatives abandoned a deadline to change the state’s voting technology before this November’s election, advancing a bill Tuesday that delays a switch to hand-marked paper ballots until the 2028 election year.

• Healthcare Technology Company Scales Up in Metro Atlanta

  March 18, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp today announced that Glytec, a major health tech company, will relocate its headquarters to Cobb County, adding 500 new jobs over the next several years.

• Jamestown & New York Life Submit Application for Rezoning of North Point Mall in Alpharetta

  March 18, 2026

  The effort to transform North Point Mall into an arena-centric, mixed-use destination continues to move forward. Jamestown and New York Life yesterday submitted a zoning application to the City of Alpharetta to advance their proposal for redeveloping the nearly 100-acre site into a walkable, sports-anchored entertainment district positioned to bring an NHL team to the greater Atlanta metro.

• Middle Market Business Optimism Surges to Near-Historic Levels as Companies See Big Boost in Productivity from Improvements in Tech, Ops, & AI

  March 18, 2026

  Middle market businesses are entering 2026 with surging confidence, with 77% expressing positive outlooks for company performance over the next 12 months—approaching historic highs—even as only half view the broader U.S. economy positively, according to a Sentiment Survey of 750 financial decision-makers at companies with $10M-$1B in revenue.

• Atlanta Beltline Partnership Welcomes New Board Members, Establishes Ex Officio Leadership Seat

  March 17, 2026

  Atlanta Beltline Partnership has expanded its board of directors, welcoming five new leaders from world-class companies invested in shaping Atlanta’s future and has formalized an ex officio board seat for the President and CEO of Atlanta Beltline, Inc.

• Georgia Film Week Connects Industry, Lawmakers, and Student

  March 17, 2026

  Georgia Film Week this week to unify policymakers, industry professionals, educators, and students for a dynamic, statewide celebration of Georgia’s film and television industry.  On Wednesday, Film Day will kick off at the State Capitol, where industry leaders and public officials will gather under the Gold Dome to recognize the economic and cultural impact of film and television across the state.

• Partnership Gwinnett’s 2026 Economic Outlook Delivers Regional Forecast & Executive Insights

  March 16, 2026

  Partnership Gwinnett, the region’s leading public-private economic development initiative, hosted its annual Economic Outlook on March 12th. Now in its sixth consecutive year, the event welcomed more than 300 of Gwinnett’s top business leaders, regional site consultants, and economic development business partners for an in-depth study on the region’s economic forecast.

• Rob Garcia Named 2026 Cumberland Citizen of the Year

  March 16, 2026

  The Cobb Chamber and Cumberland CID have selected Rob Garcia, a recently retired executive of Pinnacle Financial Partners, as its 2026 Citizen of the Year. The Citizen of the Year Awards are given to honor an individual whose impact through the years will be recognized and regarded with pride throughout the area as a role model.

• TCSG Secures $5M to Power Workforce Training in High-Demand Industries

  March 16, 2026

  The Technical College System of Georgia and its Office of Workforce Development/WorkSource Georgia are expanding efforts to strengthen the state’s talent pipeline through a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.

• TOUR Championship Delivers Community Impact with Record-Setting Contribution from 2025 Tournament

  March 13, 2026

  The TOUR Championship announced a record $7.3 million contribution from the 2025 event, up from $7.2 million in 2024.  The announcement was made during Charles R. Drew Charter School’s annual STEAM Day, which brought together nearly 60 junior-year students from Drew Charter School at Southern Company Headquarters to dive deeper into STEAM.

• City of Atlanta Publicly Launches ATL26 Human Rights Action Plan ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

  March 13, 2026

  The City of Atlanta is proud to publicly announce the ATL26 Human Rights Action Plan. Led by the Mayor’s Office of One Atlanta andformally adopted by the Atlanta City Council through Resolution 26-R-3106, the ATL26 Human Rights Action Plan is a comprehensive framework for ensuring that the world’s largest sporting event reflects our values in both celebration and practice.

• GeorgiaForward Announces New Young Gamechangers Cohort

  March 13, 2026

  GeorgiaForward has announced the newest class of participants for its nationally recognized Young Gamechangers program, continuing a tradition of cultivating Georgia’s next generation of civic and community leaders.

• Phoebe Putney Health System CEO Scott Steiner: Next Generation 911 is Critical to Rural Communities

  March 13, 2026

  Phoebe Putney Health System CEO Scott Steiner outlines why modernizing Georgia’s emergency communication system through Next Generation 911 is essential to ensuring every Georgian can receive lifesaving care when every second counts.

• Atlanta United Community Fund Names Latest Grant Recipients, Surpassing Halfway Mark of GA 100 Program

  March 12, 2026

  The Atlanta United Community Fund announced the latest recipients of its GA 100 initiative, a pitch-build program with a goal of constructing up to 100 mini-pitches in under-resourced communities across Georgia.

• TCSG Announces 2026 Adult Education Student & Teacher of the Year Award Winners

  March 12, 2026

  The Technical College System of Georgia has announced the recipients of its 2026 statewide adult education honors, recognizing a student and instructor whose dedication reflects the life-changing impact of adult learning programs across Georgia.

• Atlanta’s Longest-Running Tradition Returns: 142nd St. Patrick’s Parade

  March 11, 2026

  A tradition that began in the 1800s continues this spring as the 142nd Atlanta St. Patrick's Parade returns to Midtown Saturday. Presented by Irish Network Atlanta and the Atlanta St. Patrick’s Foundation, the parade remains the longest-running public event in Atlanta history and one of the largest St. Patrick’s parades in the country.

• Taxes, Electricity Cost, & Elections Emerge as Top Topics for Final Weeks of Georgia General Assembly

  March 11, 2026

  Georgia legislators are preparing for fierce debates on tax cuts, data centers, and voting during the final sprint of lawmaking this year. After last week’s deadline for bills to pass either the House or Senate, the General Assembly’s priorities have come into focus.

• GeorgiaForward Announces 2026 Youth Forum to Empower Youth and Tomorrow’s Civic Leaders

  March 11, 2026

  GeorgiaForward, in partnership with the Georgia Municipal Association, is pleased to announce the 2026 Youth Forum, a transformative leadership and civic engagement event designed for youth councils and young leaders from across the state.

• Partnership Gwinnett Celebrates $395M in 2025 Economic Impact

  March 10, 2026

  Partnership Gwinnett, the region’s leading public-private economic development initiative, celebrated the 1,300 new jobs, 2,100 retained jobs, and $395M in economic impact in 2025 at the annual Gwinnett Company Reception.