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• GDOL Honored as “Model Agency” for HR Excellence

  February 19, 2026

  The Georgia Department of Labor has earned the “Model Agency Award” for Excellence in Human Resources from the Georgia Department of Administrative Services, achieving the highest assessment results among all Tier 1 agencies.

• Norfolk Southern Opens 2026 Community Grant Applications

  February 18, 2026

  Organizations doing good in their communities can now apply for Community Impact grants through August 3rd. Last year, Norfolk Southern awarded more than $6.1 million through these grants, supporting over 400 organizations in 22 states.

• Genuine Parts Company to Separate Automotive & Industrial Businesses

  February 18, 2026

  Genuine Parts Company announced its intention to separate the company into two independent, publicly traded companies, one comprising its Automotive Parts Group - Global Automotive - and the other comprising its Industrial Parts Group - Global Industrial.

• Georgia Power Delivers Lower Costs for Customers with Latest Filings

  February 18, 2026

  Georgia Power today filed its expected Fuel Cost Recovery and Storm Cost Recovery cases with the Georgia Public Service Commission. Together, the cases seek to lower costs for customers through two distinct filings. The cumulative effect of the filings will result in overall lower rates for customers beginning this summer if approved by the Georgia PSC.

• The Atlantic Companies Unveils Adaptive Reuse Vision for Prime Atlanta Beltline Site

  February 17, 2026

  The Atlantic Companies is transforming the former Myers Carpet building at 1500 Northside Drive into a retail-anchored mixed-use destination situated directly on a critical segment of the Atlanta Beltline.

• ARC’s 2025 Regional Commuter Survey Reveals ‘New Normal’ for Metro Atlanta Commutes

  February 13, 2026

  Metro Atlanta commuters have settled into a ‘new normal’ shaped by telework, hybrid schedules, and flexible work hours, though access to these options varies widely by income and occupation, according to the Atlanta Regional Commission’s 2025 Regional Commuter Survey.

• Georgia Historical Society Premieres New Georgia Day Video Exploring the Thirteenth Colony’s Founding

  February 13, 2026

  In recognition of the 293rd anniversary of Georgia’s founding on February 12, 1733, the Georgia Historical Society premieres a new Georgia Day video today, marking Georgia Day 2026.

• City of Atlanta, Showcase Atlanta & Partners Announce Coordinated Small Business Resources Ahead of Major Global Events

  February 12, 2026

  As Atlanta prepares to host major global events, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the City of Atlanta, in partnership with Showcase Atlanta and key economic development partners, announced a coordinated set of small business resources designed to help Atlanta entrepreneurs prepare, connect and compete, now and for the long term.

• Delta CEO Named Co-Chair of Financial Literacy for All Initiative

  February 12, 2026

  Financial Literacy for All, a national initiative dedicated to advancing financial education and economic opportunity for all, today announced that Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer of Delta Air Lines, will assume the role of Co-Chair, succeeding Doug McMillon, President and CEO of Walmart, who has served in the role since the initiative’s launch.

• Georgia Leaders Selected for 2026 GeorgiaForward Young Gamechangers Cohort

  February 12, 2026

  GeorgiaForward has selected 50 promising young leaders to serve the organization’s 2026 Young Gamechangers program. YG is a unique leadership action program hosted by GeorgiaForward, a non-profit organization administered by the Georgia Municipal Association.

• Euna Solutions & Sandy Springs Celebrate Opening of Euna’s Atlanta Metro Headquarters

  February 11, 2026

  Euna Solutions, a leading provider of purpose-built cloud solutions for the public sector, and Sandy Springs, Georgia’s sixth-largest city located in northern Fulton County, today jointly announced the official opening of Euna’s new U.S. headquarters in the Atlanta metro area.

• Kevin Price to Join Georgia Ports Reporting to CEO Griff Lynch

  February 11, 2026

  Georgia Ports Authority has appointed Kevin Price as President reporting to CEO Griff Lynch effective July 1st, with a longer-term transition plan to assume the role of President and CEO in mid-2027.

• Georgia Chamber Hosts 37th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt in Albany

  February 10, 2026

  Last week, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted its 37th Annual Georgia Quail Hunt, a premier statewide recruitment initiative designed to showcase the economic advantages of doing business in Georgia. The event took place on February 4th–6th in Southwest Georgia but the event’s impact and vision extended far beyond Southwest Georgia, with a continued focus on attracting investment, creating jobs, and building partnerships that benefit communities across the entire state.

• World Ready ATL Launches to Help Businesses Ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup

  February 09, 2026

  As Atlanta prepares for an unprecedented global spotlight, a new agency aims to drive foot traffic, visibility, and engagement for local businesses across metro Atlanta.

• Gwinnett Chamber Celebrates 78th Annual Dinner Presented by Northside Hospital

  February 09, 2026

  The Gwinnett Chamber welcomed more than 900 business and community leaders to the Gas South District Grand Ballroom on Friday evening to celebrate seventy-eight years of progress at its Annual Dinner, presented by Northside Hospital. The evening recognized a dozen individuals and organizations whose leadership and service have made a lasting impact on Gwinnett’s business community and quality of life.

• TCSG State Board Elects Buzz Law as Chair & Carvel Lewis as Vice Chair

  February 09, 2026

  The State Board of the Technical College System of Georgia today announced the election of new board leadership for 2026, naming longtime board member Buzz Law as Chair and Carvel Lewis as Vice Chair.

• Metro Atlanta Named a Top 5 U.S. Metro Region for Business Resilience

  February 06, 2026

  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

  February 06, 2026

  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

  February 06, 2026

  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.

• City of Atlanta & Park Pride Launch Love Your Park 2026, Aiming to Engage 1,000 Volunteers Citywide

  February 05, 2026

  The City of Atlanta Department of Parks & Recreation, in partnership with Park Pride, announced the launch of Love Your Park 2026—a month-long citywide volunteer initiative taking place throughout February. Now in its third year, Love Your Park continues to grow as a signature community-driven effort to care for and invest in Atlanta’s parks.

• Georgia Election Review Panel Recommends Gradual Shift To Hand-Marked Ballots

  February 05, 2026

  After six lengthy hearings around the state last year, a special legislative committee studying the elections process has recommended incremental changes to Georgia’s voting system.

• The Marcus Foundation Awards Marcus Autism Center at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta $21.9M

  February 04, 2026

  Thanks to a $21.9 million grant from the late Bernie Marcus and The Marcus Foundation, Marcus Autism Center, a subsidiary of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, announced they will conduct the largest-ever study of behavior, brain and genomic biomarkers in children across the autism spectrum and associated genetic neurodevelopmental conditions to better understand what causes autism severity and elicits a treatment response in those with profound autism.

• Council for Quality Growth Announces its 2026 Board of Directors Chaired by Gerald McDowell

  February 02, 2026

  The Council for Quality Growth formally announces its 2026 Board of Directors and Officers. The 2026 Board was ratified at the Council’s 40th Annual Meeting & Legislative Reception, held on December 18th at Cherokee Town Club.

• Governor Kemp Announces Third Round of Rural Site Development Grants

  February 02, 2026

  Governor Brian Kemp announced the third round of grants from the Rural Site Development Initiative (RSDI) within the OneGeorgia Authority. With $4.3 million included in this latest allotment, the total investment committed to rural site development projects since the program’s launch in FY 2025 is now up to $21 million.

• Georgia Historical Society’s Georgia History Festival Continues with Family-Friendly Events

  February 02, 2026

  The Georgia Historical Society's Georgia History Festival continues in February with a weekend of educational events for students and families in recognition of the founding of Georgia on February 12th, 1733. Taking place on Saturday, February 7th, and Sunday, February 8th, the festivities begin with the Colonial Faire & Muster at Wormsloe State Historic Site. The weekend wraps up on February 8 with the statewide tradition of Super Museum Sunday.

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