Each of North Fulton County’s six cities – Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs – has unique characteristics that define them, from horse country to high tech. Some communities are established, some are emerging. But municipalities…
As the home of Georgia’s flagship university, it can be tempting to think of Athens as just a college town. That does a disservice to the community with its world-class bioscience companies, cutting-edge healthcare and the fun to be had…
Visitors to Gainesville-Hall County are greeted by “the Wave,” the city’s logo that evokes waves in the pastel blues and greens of Lake Lanier. It’s emblazoned on signs, an overpass and murals. Like the colors that overlap to create the…
In Gwinnett County, leaders have discovered the recipe for creating a vibrant future: A mindset willing to take risks to stimulate innovation. A pattern of welcoming diversity. A focus on converting dying downtowns into living, walkable hometowns. That future is…
If you pause in Henry County to take more than a passing glance, you may be surprised by how much there is to discover.…
Good things are happening in the Good Life City. Conversations leading to consensus among community stakeholders across Albany and Dougherty County are creating transformational change throughout the region as city and county leaders increase economic development opportunities, expand quality of…
Augusta is making quite the mark after many years of working to get the recognition it deserves. The smooth-flowing river, historic downtown buildings and prime location practically beg for Augusta to receive positive attention. And these days, that’s what it’s…
Like many areas of Georgia, Carroll County is striving to find the right balance between achieving economic growth and development and preserving the rural and agricultural heritage for which it has been known for nearly two centuries. [caption id="attachment_65407" align="alignright"…
Big things are happening in Columbus. From headline-making baseball news that will create a “mini-Truist Park” in the city to a major industrial expansion and the complete reimagination of a museum, Columbus’ spot on the state map is turning into…
The Port of Brunswick is on pace to become the leading automotive port in the country and expects…
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