This edition of our Unofficial Guide has made me really hungry. Between fair food and southern cooking, my taste buds are begging for a road trip. Hopefully you'll find something in this list you've not experienced before, and can put…
Happy first day of Fall. Hopefully the universe will get the message that it's here, and will gift us some cooler weather going forward. I'm longing for blankets and fire pits and hearty soups, for sure! Here are some things…
After an end-of-summer delay, we're back with some more of our unofficial favorite things in the state. Eat: The Front Porch on Sinclair is a charming lakeside bar and grill. You can drive there, or even better, you can boat…
A good time is returning to Augusta with a new location, improved accessibility, enhanced security, and better transportation. They're turning the Augusta Exchange Club Fairgrounds into the FESTIVAL Grounds! At the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival, you can…
The Dog Days of Summer are in full force. It's hot. It's humid. It's summer in Georgia. Even though the children may have gone back to school, we're all still traveling around soaking up the last drops of summer before…
Statement from Katherine Moore, president of Georgia Conservancy: The Okefenokee marks Georgia’s first World Heritage Site and establishes it as a place and ecosystem worthy of global recognition. Our hearty…
This edition of our Unofficial Guide takes you to some fun (and different) places. As the schools all get back in session, maybe you're making some last minute summer memories. With old-timey and quirky places on the list, you'll probably…
As we come to the end of the summer and school starts getting back in session, we bring you another Unofficial Guide with some of our favorite places. Eat: Little Barn in Lawrenceville. There are salmon croquettes on the breakfast menu,…
As we enter the 4th of July holiday and focus on celebrating our country's BIG 250th birthday, you might be looking for something to do. Or if you're taking a road trip, maybe you need a pit stop and don't…
This state is bursting at the seams with visitors here for the World Cup games and festivities. It's been so much fun watching folks from other countries experience Georgia, the Southeast, and the United States for the first time. This…
It's officially "out of school for the summer" season and everybody in the house is likely bored already. Need to get out of the house but don't know what to do? We like to share some of our favorite things…
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…
"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…
"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…
Yes, of course you can get Georgia-grown fruits, vegetables, and flowers at the grocery stores, but sometimes it's more fun to pick them yourself. Georgia is home to a vast network of U-Pick farms where you can do just that,…
The Georgia Ports Authority’s Workforce Housing Initiative has so far helped 178 families repair, buy or build a home in the Savannah area. “A strong community depends on strong families and stable neighborhoods,” said Georgia Ports President and CEO Griff…
Content provided by Aerotech Machining. Aerotech Machining has earned national recognition as Modern Machine Shop’s Top Shops Honoree in Machining Technology for 2025. According to Modern Machine Shop, Aerotech Machining earned this status for a number of reasons, from its…
Excitement is building for the 19th Savannah Book Festival, which runs Thursday, February 5 through Sunday, February 8, 2026. From the ticketed Headliner Addresses to Free Festival Saturday, this event brings together readers and writers for a four-day celebration of…
At Augusta University, we’re loaded… with All-American talent. Not just the kind that wins trophies. The kind that saves lives. Strength that powers through the toughest diagnoses. Speed that accelerates breakthroughs in research and care. Hands that heal, comfort, and…
On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the Atlanta History Center, we had the pleasure of celebrating the 2025 Georgia Trend 40 Under 40 honorees. You may notice that some of the photos are dark. There was a major power outage about…
On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the Atlanta History Center, we had the pleasure of celebrating the 2025 Georgia Trend 40 Under 40 honorees. The evening was made possible because of generous presenting sponsors Mercer University and Vinea Capital and silver…
Georgia faces one of the highest uninsured rates in the nation – more than 1.2 million residents, including 171,000 children, lack access to health coverage. In neighborhoods throughout metro Atlanta, everyone from children to senior citizens face significant barriers to…
Thomasville Center for the Arts, a dynamic non-profit located in the bustling, small town of Thomasville,…
Meredith Leapley, a 2007 Georgia Trend 40 Under 40 honoree, is celebrating 26 years as founder and CEO of Leapley Construction Group. A Maryland native, Leapley founded her company in 1999 to be a premier commercial interior general contractor. Meredith…
John Ahmann, a 2001 Georgia Trend 40 Under 40 honoree, currently serves as CEO of Westside Future Fund. At the time of his 40 Under 40 honor, he was Senior Vice President for Community Development at the Georgia Chamber of…
The 18th Savannah Book Festival kicks off on Thursday, February 6 with its ticketed Headliner Events and runs through Sunday, February 9 in Historic Downtown Savannah. Festival Saturday, February 8, with free admission, is the biggest of Savannah Book Festival’s…
The Technology Association of Georgia hosted 1,000+ attendees on March 28, 2024 at the Signia by Hilton…
Press Release (March 6, 2024) — The Golden Isles Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Tourism Leadership Council (TLC) jointly announce their plans to establish a chapter of the TLC in the Golden Isles. First originated in Savannah, the…
Workforce development nonprofit Construction Ready is hosting their annual CareerExpo. When: Thursday, February 22, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Friday, February 23, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Hall A of the Georgia World Congress Center. Hands-On: Industry experts at the…
Read Georgia Trend's Energy Feature in our January 2024 issue: Plant Vogtle's Historic Nuclear Revival Press Release: Locust Grove, Ga. – October 18, 2023. U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm announcing the first round of…
Award-winning engineering firm, Croy, is a leading aviation consulting firm in the Southeast, managing inspections of more than 20 airports. They recently announced a new Vice President of Aviation to lead the firm's aerospace projects. Read Georgia Trend’s Aerospace feature…
Cartersville-based Phoenix Air Unmanned LLC has won national recognition for its use of aerial drone data capture to inspect utility transmission lines and for civil engineering, survey and land development purposes. It was among the first companies in the nation…
In May 2023, as a lasting tribute to Mr. Aaron's legacy, Morehouse School of Medicine officials gathered with members of the Aaron family and local civic leaders for…
Savannah College of Art & Design's innovative curriculum and exceptional career resources propel students into the workforce. Through the IPAL program, launched at SCAD this year, students complete the architecture program alongside the internships and preparation required to pass licensing…
The Okefenokee Swamp is an unlikely crown jewel of Georgia. Its 440,000 acre expanse remains completely undeveloped since its formation, fostering a flourishing habitat of native and even some endangered species. Preserving these unique wetlands is a long-standing effort from…
The Jekyll Island Authority has an eco-friendly and educational travel experience for your summer vacation bucket list. Sea turtle nesting season lasts all summer on Jekyll Island, with nests being laid from early May through November. The island offers…
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