Features
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Sen. Isakson Talks Middle East, Trade, National Security, Disaster Aid, Veterans
May 21, 2019
U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., outlined top pressing national and state priorities in an episode of the “Inside the Box” podcast on Thursday. During the interview, Isakson shared his views on his recent trip to Iraq, the increased tensions with Iran, his leadership on the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, U.S. trade relationships, national security and his work to secure federal disaster aid for Georgia.
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AG Chris Carr: Georgia Legal Food Frenzy Generates 1.7 Million Meals for Children in Need
May 20, 2019
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that law firms and legal organizations across Georgia raised a record breaking 419,321 dollars and 17,617 pounds of food during the 8th Annual Georgia Legal Food Frenzy. This is the equivalent of 1.7 million meals for Georgia’s food banks and a 9.5 percent increase from last year.
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DOT Tentatively Approves New Delta Service between Haneda and Five U.S. Cities
May 17, 2019
Delta would become the leading U.S. airline serving Tokyo’s preferred airport under a preliminary decision announced May 16 by the Department of Transportation, with new slot pairs for flights between Haneda Airport and Seattle, Detroit, Atlanta, Portland, Ore., and Honolulu.
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With Seven Hospitals Earning ‘As’ in Leapfrog Spring Safety Grade, Piedmont Healthcare is Georgia’s Safest System
May 16, 2019
Seven of Piedmont Healthcare’s 11 hospitals received “A” grades in The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2019 Hospital Safety Grade, making it the safest healthcare system in Georgia with more A grades than any other healthcare system in the state.
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Isakson, Perdue Help Secure $35M in Disaster Relief
May 16, 2019
Last week we wrote about the work U.S. Sens. Johnny Isakson (R-GA) and David Perdue (R-GA) are doing to secure much needed disaster relief funds for Georgia farmers impacted by Hurricane Michael.
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Gulfstream Reinforces Reliability And Capabilities With World Speed Record
May 16, 2019
Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced the high-performing Gulfstream G550 recently established a new city-pair speed record, connecting Shanghai with Seattle in 10 hours and 29 minutes, bringing the number of records the jet has earned to 55.
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ACG Atlanta Announces 40 Fastest-Growing Companies In Georgia
May 14, 2019
The Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth, announced the 2019 Georgia Fast 40, recognizing the top 40 fastest-growing middle-market companies in Georgia.
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Georgia Tech Internet of Things Research Center to Host International Conference on Sustainability
May 14, 2019
The Georgia Institute of Technology’s Center for the Development and Application of Internet of Things Technologies (CDAIT) will host an international conference on the Internet of Things (IoT) and sustainability July 18, 2019, at the Georgia Tech Research Institute in Atlanta.
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DeKalb County Studies Impact of New, Expanding Cities
May 13, 2019
A first-of-its kind study in DeKalb County will analyze the impact that cities have on county services and finances. A steering committee consisting of legislators, county officials and city leaders met for the first time Wednesday, spending most of the time debating what should be included in the report due in December.
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Governor Kemp Signs Fiscal Year 2020 Budget
May 13, 2019
Governor Brian P. Kemp signed the fiscal year 2020 budget. Joined by lawmakers, law enforcement officials, educators, and local leaders in Camilla, Georgia, Governor Kemp's signature of the balanced budget caps a historic first legislative session.
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Serta Simmons Bedding Officially Opens North American Headquarters in Doraville
May 10, 2019
Serta Simmons Bedding, the largest manufacturer and distributor of mattresses in North America, has officially opened its new headquarters in Doraville at the new Assembly development. On Friday, May 3, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and Doraville Mayor Donna Pittman attended the grand opening and welcomed the company’s Atlanta employees.
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Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. Announces Largest Affordable Housing Budget
May 10, 2019
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (ABI) announced its largest affordable housing allocation ever in its fiscal year 2020 housing budget. The budget, which was approved by the ABI Board of Directors today, includes a $11.9 million line-item for affordable housing development. This amount is part of a historic $45 million budget that exceeds projections by $10.5 million.
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New South McCarthy Synergy and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Celebrate Topping Out for the South Canopy
May 10, 2019
New South Construction, McCarthy Building Companies and Synergy Development Partners’ joint venture known as NSMS, along with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), celebrated an important milestone - the installation of the final structural steel on the south terminal canopy and topping out of project.
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Kilpatrick Townsend Names Roger Wylie Managing Partner
May 09, 2019
Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton announced that it has named Roger Wylie the firm’s new Managing Partner. Susan Spaeth, who has served as the firm’s Managing Partner since 2013, will become Kilpatrick Townsend’s Chief Legal Officer and remain a member of the firm’s Management Committee. Henry Walker will continue to serve as the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the firm.
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Delta Launches Reclaim My Status Customer Loyalty Benefit
May 09, 2019
Recently became a parent? Recovered from an illness? Cared for a family member? Delta's got you covered. Delta SkyMiles Medallion Members can now take advantage of "Reclaim My Status" after a change, event or important life moment has temporarily affected their travel patterns. Built from the ground up based on Member feedback, this is the latest thoughtful addition to Delta's Medallion program.
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General Assembly launches Georgia-Japan Legislative Caucus
May 09, 2019
James Magazine’s May-June issue includes a feature which highlights Georgia’s important economic relationship with Japan, and how the state has benefited significantly from the relationship with various industries, including the automotive and manufacturing sectors.
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Atlanta United License Plate Bill Signed into Law
May 08, 2019
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp visited the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground on Monday afternoon to sign into law the bill (SB-8) that will bring Atlanta United license plates to the state. The specialized plates will be available to the public for pre-order and mail delivery on May 28.
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Speaker Ralston Announces Members of the House Rural Development Council for 2019-2020 Term
May 08, 2019
Speaker David Ralston (R-Blue Ridge) today announced the members of the House Rural Development Council for the 2019-2020 legislative term. This Council, which was reauthorized by House Resolution 214, will continue working with rural communities to find ways to encourage economic growth.
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Ameris Bancorp and Fidelity Southern Corporation Shareholders Approve Merger
May 07, 2019
Ameris Bancorp, the parent company of Ameris Bank, and Fidelity Southern Corporation, the parent company of Fidelity Bank, jointly announced that, at their respective special meetings of shareholders, shareholders of both companies have voted to approve all proposals necessary to complete the merger of Fidelity with and into Ameris.
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Georgia’s Tourism Industry Breaks Economic Impact Record
May 07, 2019
Georgia Tourism, a division of The Georgia Department of Economic Development, announced that the state’s tourism industry generated a record-breaking $66.2 billion in business sales impact in 2018, up 4.7 percent, according to the U.S. Travel Association and Tourism Economics.
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Georgia State To Establish Graduate School To Expand, Strengthen Graduate And Professional Programs
May 07, 2019
Georgia State University will establish a new Graduate School as part of the university’s strategic efforts to expand and strengthen graduate and professional programs at the institution.
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U.S. Chamber's Donohue to Congress: ‘The Time Has Come’ for a 21st Century Infrastructure System
May 07, 2019
Rebuilding and modernizing America’s infrastructure is a major priority for the business community. “This year, we are calling on our lawmakers to take bipartisan action on a meaningful infrastructure package now,” said U.S. Chamber and CEO Tom Donohue in February at the America's Infrastructure: Time to Invest event.
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Council for Quality Growth Names Cousins Properties Executive Chairman Larry Gellerstedt III 2019 Four Pillar Honoree
May 06, 2019
The Council for Quality Growth will honor Cousins Properties Executive Chairman Larry Gellerstedt III with its 30th annual Four Pillar Award on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019 at 6 p.m. at the Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Ballroom. The prestigious Four Pillar Tribute recognizes an outstanding individual in the region and the state who demonstrates the ‘Four Pillars’ of leadership – Quality, Responsibility, Vision and Integrity – and exemplifies the Council’s mission of promoting balanced and responsible growth.
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U.S. Small Business Owners Confident in their Business and the U.S. Economy
May 06, 2019
The annual Small Business Pulse Survey from SunTrust reveals a strong small business community, with two-thirds of small business decision makers reporting strength in their local economy (68 percent) and the U.S. economy (65 percent).
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The U.S. Small Business Administration, City of East Point Sign Strategic Alliance
May 02, 2019
Officials from the U.S. Small Business Administration and the mayor of East Point, Georgia have signed a Strategic Alliance Memorandum, officially launching their partnership. The two-year alliance was created to foster small business development and growth for residents of the south-Atlanta suburb by educating them about the programs, services and resources available to them from the SBA.