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        16th Annual GRACE Awards Winners AnnouncedDecember 11, 2024 The 2024 Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence Awards winners were announced Monday, Dec. 9 at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. The GRACE Awards Gala is the Georgia Restaurant Association鈥檚 (GRA) annual black-tie event honoring Georgia鈥檚 restaurant industry. 
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        Meet Mely: A Story of Resilience and HopeDecember 10, 2024 Mely, a sophomore at Georgia Gwinnett College majoring in psychology, is a true example of resilience and transformation. Entering foster care at 11, she faced the challenges of living in multiple group homes and foster placements, all while grappling with the uncertainty of life without a permanent family. 
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        Georgia DOT Awards 23 Construction Contracts for Statewide Transportation ProjectsDecember 10, 2024 The Georgia Department of Transportation awarded 23 projects across the state in October, encompassing bridge rehabilitation, resurfacing, construction, safety improvements, and new bridge construction. 
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        Georgia鈥檚 Economy will Grow in 2025, but More SlowlyDecember 09, 2024 Georgia鈥檚 economy is projected to grow by 2.4% in 2025, a slowdown from the 3.1% the state saw in 2024. However, the state鈥檚 GDP is projected to grow faster than the nation鈥檚, which forecasters project to grow by 1.6% in 2025. 
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        Atlanta to Host Six Matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Next SummerDecember 09, 2024 FIFA unveiled the official match schedule for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on Saturday morning following the tournament's draw on December 5th in Miami. Atlanta鈥檚 Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host six matches for this historic edition of the tournament, including a quarterfinal. 
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        goBeyondProfit 好色TV Interviews: Bernie Marcus, Co-Founder of The Home DepotDecember 06, 2024 In part 2 of our interview with Bernie Marcus, Co-Founder of The Home Depot, shared how leaders of businesses of all sizes can benefit from generosity 鈥 not only personally, but also as a company. 
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        Governor, First Lady Announce Recipients of Arts and Humanities AwardsDecember 06, 2024 Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp announced the recipients of the 13th annual Governor鈥檚 Awards for the Arts and Humanities to honor individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to Georgia in these fields. The awards are presented in partnership with Georgia Council for the Arts and Georgia Humanities. 
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        Wild Hogs Supper 2025 Feast for a Cause: Celebrating Georgia鈥檚 Agriculture Industry and Fighting Hunger Together!December 05, 2024 The Wild Hog Supper, a cherished tradition that has kicked off the Georgia General Assembly鈥檚 legislative session for more than 60 years, returns on January 12th. 
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        Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta 好色TV: Heading into 2025 with Positive Economic Outlook, Mindful of RisksDecember 04, 2024 At its November meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee reduced the target for its benchmark interest rate, the federal funds rate, by a quarter percentage point鈥攖o a range of 4-1/2 to 4-3/4 percent. That came after we lowered the policy rate by a half percentage point in September, so it has come down three-quarters of a percentage point, or 75 basis points, from its high. 
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        Fueling Good: Gas South鈥檚 Legacy of Generosity ContinuesDecember 03, 2024 goBeyondProfit, a first-of-its-kind business leader initiative that inspires business generosity, celebrates Gas South and its 好色TV, Kevin Greiner, for their unwavering commitment to generosity. 
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        2024 GAgives on GivingTuesday Showcases Nonprofits as the Unifiers of CommunitiesDecember 03, 2024 With the season of giving upon us, it鈥檚 time to show our appreciation for those who have supported our communities throughout the year with unwavering commitment and a staggering level of accomplishment. 
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        Georgia Chamber Announces Rural Award WinnersDecember 02, 2024 In recognition of the community鈥檚 commitment to quality growth and economic development, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce named Metter-Candler County as the inaugural Rural Community of the Year Award winner. 
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        A Tribute to the Life and Leadership of Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce ThompsonNovember 25, 2024 The Georgia Department of Labor mourns the passing of Commissioner Bruce Thompson, a visionary leader, devoted mentor, and dedicated public servant. While his entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering commitment to excellence will be deeply missed, Commissioner Thompson鈥檚 greatest legacy lies in his ability to foster a culture of family and belonging for those who worked alongside him. 
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        2.3M Georgians Expected to Travel for ThanksgivingNovember 22, 2024 AAA expects record-setting travel numbers for Thanksgiving. Over 2.3 million Georgians are forecast to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday. That鈥檚 an all-time high for Thanksgiving and nearly 40,000 more travelers than last year. 
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        goBeyondProfit Honors Bernie Marcus鈥 Legacy of GenerosityNovember 22, 2024 As a Founding Ambassador for goBeyondProfit, Bernie Marcus issued both a challenge to fellow business leaders and offered a road map for leading with generosity across a lifetime. 
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        Economic Development Expert Tapped to Lead Georgia Transportation AllianceNovember 21, 2024 The Georgia Transportation Alliance, an affiliate of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce, selected Georgia economic development veteran Joseph Santoro to serve as the new Executive Director of the Georgia Transportation Alliance. 
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        2025 Travel Outlook: Squaremouth Predicts Traveler's Destination and Spend TrendsNovember 21, 2024 From historic hurricanes, growing anti-tourism sentiments, frequent travel disruptions and ever-rising trip costs, 2024 has been a challenging year for travelers. Looking ahead into the new year, Squaremouth, the nation's leading travel insurance marketplace, reveals their top 3 biggest travel predictions for 2025. 
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        Paving the Way: An Update from Georgia Department of TransportationNovember 20, 2024 At the recent On Topic Luncheon presented by Porter Steel, GDOT Commissioner Russell McMurry provided insights on Georgia鈥檚 transportation advancements for 2025. Speaking to an audience of over 160 business professionals, McMurry highlighted several key projects that emphasize infrastructure improvements across the region, particularly in Gwinnett County. 
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        Study: 好色TVs Optimistic Amid UncertaintyNovember 20, 2024 Middle market companies are confident in their ability to navigate inflation and a potential recession, according to a survey by Moss Adams, one of the largest accounting, consulting and wealth management firms in the nation. 
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        State Medical Cannabis Registry Reaches 25,000November 19, 2024 Georgia鈥檚 medical cannabis program has hit an important milestone. Enrollment in the registry of patients eligible to receive the drug hit 25,000 during the weekend. That growth means the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission, the state agency that operates the program, is authorized to open additional dispensaries. 
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        Georgia Chamber Hosts the 2024 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion SummitNovember 18, 2024 On November 13th, the Georgia Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2024 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit. The summit took place at the Georgia International Convention Center, with more than 250 people in attendance. 
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        Board of Regents Elects New Chair and Vice Chair for 2025November 14, 2024 The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia elected current Vice Chair T. Dallas Smith to a one-year term as the Board鈥檚 new chair and Regent David Dove to a one-year term as the Board鈥檚 vice chair. 
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        Georgia's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.6% for Third Consecutive MonthNovember 14, 2024 Georgia Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson announced today that Georgia's October unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, unchanged from a revised 3.6 percent in September. The unemployment rate was five-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate. 
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        Charlie Harper: 2024 Wasn鈥檛 As Close As Expected. 2026 Is a New Game EntirelyNovember 14, 2024 It wasn鈥檛 so close after all. Despite the insistence of many professional pundits and most major media outlets, the 2024 elections for President and control of Congress were called relatively early. By Wednesday morning, the word 鈥渕andate鈥 was being used frequently as part of the instant analysis. 
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        Peach Bowl, Inc. Commits $2 Million for 2024-25 College Football SeasonNovember 13, 2024 Peach Bowl, Inc., college football鈥檚 most charitable bowl organization, today announced a commitment of $2 million in donations for the 2024-25 college football season. 
