June 1, 2026 Savannah Morning News Savannah Hilton Head airport lands $10M for upgrades Latrice Williams reports that the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport is slated to receive $10 million in federal funding to bring new upgrades to the facility. U.S.…
Every county, no matter its size or location, faces challenges – from dealing with staffing and supply shortages in emergencies to repaving damaged roads and helping inmates as they leave the prison system. Some county leaders find solutions that are…
Can you believe that it hasn’t even been 10 years since Atlanta United’s first match? Soccer has become an integral part of our city’s sports identity right alongside the Braves, the Falcons and the Hawks. Tens of thousands of people…
Bringing together public, private and nonprofit stakeholders to solve community problems and drive growth continues to be a winning strategy for this city on the rise.…
Georgia Trend journalist Jerry Grillo has won awards for his hard-hitting business stories – most recently, we are…
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dreaded diagnoses because it is usually caught at such a late stage that…
In normal circumstances, Gov. Brian Kemp’s legislative career should be over now that this 2026 session and bill-signing period has come to an end. If Georgians elect a Republican to succeed him, we can assume he’s signed his last piece…
The sport of track and field, which has long been one of the most prestigious sports in the world in large part because of the Olympics, has risen in popularity in recent years. Before NIL (name, image and likeness) rights…
Summer Special: The deadline to remove QR codes from ballots is looming, and Georgia doesn’t have a solution. A proposal to extend the July 1 deadline for removing the codes died on the final day of this year’s legislative session. And…
Thirty years ago, Atlanta was a newbie among major international cities that host global sporting events.…
Specialized Regimen: Natalie Pawelski takes a pill designed to specifically attack cancer cells that have the genetic mutation connected to her cancer. The treatment allows her to continue her favorite activities, like hiking. Photo credit: Daemon…
Brunswick and the Golden Isles have embraced logistics, first by sea and now in the skies. The Port of…
Griffin Transport: Missouri-based Prime Inc., which operates a fleet of 7,000 transport vehicles, is investing more than $160 million to establish its Southeastern regional hub in Spalding County. The new facility, which will also include space for driver development and training,…
Dan Corso will be front and center for the FIFA World Cup games this month. It may be the biggest sporting event he’s recruited to Georgia, but it won’t be the last: The city will host its fourth Super Bowl…
It’s exciting to think of so many people coming to Atlanta this month. If you are a visitor, welcome to Georgia! Hopefully you’ll find plenty of Southern hospitality to go around and lots of fun things to do. Georgia is…
May 29, 2026 Capitol Beat News Georgia Power to send smaller electricity bills after new rate agreement with regulator Ty Tagami reports that Georgia Power customers will see a slight reduction in power bills after the state agency that regulates…
May 28, 2026 WABE Metro Atlanta is 8th worst city for traffic in US, study says Kendall Murry reports that Atlanta is parked among the top 10 worst metropolitan areas for traffic in the U.S., according to a new study by Consumer…
May 27, 2026 The Current Jekyll Island plans could increase hotel capacity by more than 13% Mary Landers reports, plans that call for up to 185 new hotel rooms as well as a new parking lot on Jekyll Island have residents…
May 26, 2026 GPB These quick summer storms won't snap Georgia's months-long drought, according to experts Chase McGee reports, this week, sudden summer storms caused serious flooding in some parts of metro Atlanta. Meanwhile, the entire state of Georgia is…
Most people don’t plan for a mental health crisis. But millions will experience one this year, often with no clear idea of where to turn. It shows up during moments of loss, stress, illness, or major life changes. When it…
Investing in Small Businesses with Access Up to $150,000 DeKalb County has long been home to ambitious entrepreneurs, independent retailers, and growing service-based businesses. In a county defined by scale and resilience, building or growing a business can sometimes feel…
May 22, 2026 Georgia Ports Authority GPA’s Gainesville Inland Port open for business Staff reports, crews at Georgia Ports Authority’s Gainesville Inland Port have worked multiple trains and trucks at the facility since the opening on May 4, 2026, kicking off…
May 21, 2026 The Brunswick News Port of Brunswick remains nation's busiest for autos Gordon Jackson reports, the Georgia Ports Authority is planning a $5 billion investment plan to add five new container berths in Savannah and one new roll-on/roll-off…
In an increasingly experience-driven business environment, companies are looking for more meaningful ways to connect with clients, partners and employees. Corporate hospitality has evolved beyond traditional meetings and dinners, with live sporting events becoming one of the most effective platforms…
May 20, 2026 GPB GOP's Jones, Jackson in runoff to face former Atlanta mayor Bottoms for governor Sarah Kallis reports that former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary for Georgia governor and will face the winner of…
"What should we do this weekend?" Easy question, but often the answer is hard to figure out, especially now that kids are out of school and the heat is nearly in full force. We decided to share some of our…
May 19, 2026 Georgia.gov Georgia-Based Unified Legacy to Create 500 New Jobs in Macon-Bibb County Staff reports that Gov. Kemp on Friday announced that Unified Legacy, a Georgia-based precision metal fabrication and manufacturing company, is expanding its existing footprint in…
May 18, 2026 Capitol Beat News Kemp extends gas tax break just in time for Memorial Day travelers amid Iran-fueled price spike Ty Tagami reports that Georgians and people visiting or just passing through the state will get a 33-cent…
May 15, 2026 Georgia.gov Gov. Kemp: Heckler & Koch Expands US Operations in Columbus Staff reports that Gov. Kemp on Thursday announced that HK USA is investing $13 million to expand its Columbus-Muscogee County facility and will create an additional…
May 14, 2026 Augusta Chronicle Georgia's extended drought impacts agriculture, raises wildfire risk Erica Van Buren reports that Georgia is in an extended period of drought, a major consequence of climate change, say experts, noting that rising temperatures increase evaporation,…
May 13, 2026 Georgia.gov Gov. Kemp Signs Legislation Strengthening Georgia's Workforce Staff reports, Gov. Kemp, joined by First Lady Marty Kemp, Speaker Jon Burns, Department of Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes, University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Sonny Perdue, Technical…
May 12, 2026 Capitol Beat News Georgia moves beyond HOPE, with need-based aid for college students Margaret Walker reports that Georgia’s growing electricity demand is driving another major natural gas expansion, with Oglethorpe Power breaking ground Thursday on a $3.3…
May 11, 2026 Georgia.gov Governor Kemp Announces Relief for Taxpayers Impacted by Wildfires Staff reports that Gov. Brian P. Kemp, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and the Georgia Department of Revenue (DOR) on Friday announced that certain return and payment…
Across Georgia and the broader Southeast, a quiet but powerful shift is underway. Individuals, families and business leaders are increasingly choosing this region not just as a place to live, but as a place to build. At the center of…
May 8, 2026 Georgia.gov April Net Tax Revenues Up 5.9% Staff reports, the State of Georgia’s net tax collections in April totaled almost $3.95 billion, for an increase of $220.2 million, or 5.9%, compared to FY 2025, when net…
May 7, 2026 GPB Ted Turner, Atlanta’s trailblazing CNN founder, conservationist and philanthropist, dies at 87 Staff, Pamela Kirland and Kristi York Wooten report that Ted Turner, the entrepreneur who founded CNN, America's first 24-hour cable news network in Atlanta…
May 6, 2026 GPB A brief break in Georgia's drought grants a window for peanut farmers to push into the field Grant Blankenship reports, the rain ending April was just enough to ease the severe drought gripping the state and…
"What should we do this weekend? Easy question, but often the answer is hard to figure out. In that light, sometimes we like to share some of our favorite things about Georgia - places to eat, sights to visit, things…
Atlanta is a city known for its busy brunch spots and lively cocktail bars, but it also offers a diverse range of quaint afternoon tea…
May 5, 2026 Georgia Ports Authority Port of Brunswick again nation’s busiest auto terminal Staff reports, for the second year in a row, the Port of Brunswick maintained its position as the nation’s busiest port for automobiles in 2025, handling…
May 4, 2026 Macon Telegraph Feds back Georgia Power project with largest energy loan in U.S. history Margaret Walker reports, Georgia Power became one of the first utilities in the nation on Thursday to break ground using the largest federal…
The May 2026 issue of Georgia Trend included a banking feature titled “The Merger Effect” that contained numerous errors regarding Pinnacle Financial Partners, which has merged with Georgia-based Synovus. The portion about eliminating back-office duplicate positions misrepresented Charlie Clark’s statements…
May 1, 2026 Georgia Ports Authority Supply chain predictability and cost-saving strategies highlight Georgia Ports trade conference Staff reports that the Georgia Ports Authority hosted their 57th annual Georgia International Trade Conference bringing together customers, business partners and industry leaders…
A Busy Session: With another legislative session behind us, a number of bills are on Gov. Brian Kemp’s desk for him to sign or veto by May 12. Some, like Rio’s Law, which requires autism training for first responders, flew through both…
Getting in shape without spending a lot of money just got a little easier in…
It takes more than talent, good ideas and hard work to breathe life into the American Dream. Eloisa Klementich, president and CEO…
My newest catch along the Atlanta Beltline feels delightfully out of place, like a Florida fish shack that drifted inland and anchored itself in Reynoldstown. A building that looks like a semitruck, constructed with steel beams, makes a modest coastal-style…
After a decade of education and training – typically four years of…
In addition to his work with Big Brothers Big Sisters, Kwame Johnson is the author of The Hope Inside: Harnessing the Power of Mentorship in Life and Career. He was named one of Georgia Trend’s 40 Under 40 in 2020. [caption id="attachment_88821" align="alignright"…
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