Affordable Housing in Georgia: Seeking a Solid Foundation
Shelter. It’s a basic human need. And for quality of life, that shelter needs to be of a certain standard and, for most…
Dalton
Dalton | Whitfield County: Talent Hub
Dalton-Whitfield County leaders say a magnetic job market, booming sports tourism, affordable higher education and a vibrant arts scene make Dalton an underappreciated gem. Abundance of Riches: Carl Campbell, executive director of the Dalton-Whitfield Joint Development…
Latin American Association's Compañeros Awards Luncheon
The 35th Annual Luncheon took place Thursday, April 11th, 2024 at the Georgia Aquarium Oceans Ballroom. This Luncheon serves…
Dalton | Whitfield County: Manufacturing, Housing and Revitalization
You won’t find tall office towers crammed with workers in cubicles in Dalton or Whitfield County –…
Economic Development Around the State
Jobs and Investment: During the first half of the current fiscal year (July 1–Dec. 31), Georgia saw 218 locations or expansions that are expected to create some 17,500 new jobs and more than $13 billion in investment throughout the state. The majority…
Economic Development Around The State
No. 1 Again: Georgia was recently named the No. 1 state for business by Area Development magazine. It’s the ninth consecutive year the state has received this recognition – the only state to do so. Georgia also earned the top…
Dalton | Whitfield County: Championing Diversity
With world-class medical facilities, competition-level recreation venues, a top performing state college and a growing number of industries, Whitfield County is embracing change and diversification. County Administrator Robert Sivick is a relative newcomer to Whitfield County and says diversifying the…
Economic Development Around the State
Buford Shoes: Sustainable shoe manufacturer Okabashi Brands Inc. is growing its existing facility in Gwinnett County, investing $20 million over the next five years and creating 340 new jobs. Fulton Science: Massachusetts-based medical device manufacturer Boston Scientific will construct a…
From Planet to People
What does sustainability mean, exactly? Your first thought may be about the planet and the environment: using fewer resources (like water and non-renewable energy), creating less waste, making sure soil, water and air are clean, and reducing carbon emissions. Those…
Northwest: A Greener Path
Jobs and the economy of Northwest Georgia are increasingly tied to the growth of clean energy innovations like electric vehicles. In Gordon County, TEKLAS, a Turkish supplier of electric vehicle parts, invested $6.5 million in its first North American facility…
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