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GEORGIA: Albany Manufacturer’s Growth Invests $22M and Brings Jobs to Region

A longtime Georgia company’s expansion plan is expected to deliver a boost to the state economy.

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CARTERSVILLE-BARTOW COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Now Accepting Applications for 2020 Small Business of the Year

Ars a Chamber Member, this is your opportunity to apply for the 2020 Small Business of the Year award.

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Kysor Warren Epta expanding into Georgia as state investment, 'continues to pay off'

Columbus, Georgia has been selected as the North American headquarters for Kysor Warren Epta US, which will bring 200 new jobs and an investment of $27 million.

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Georgia Chamber of Commerce endorses Perdue’s business sensibilities

U.S. Sen. David Perdue (R-Georgia) recently received the endorsement of the Georgia Chamber of Commerce in his re-election bid.



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Georgia receives more funding for dislocated workers

Georgia received some help this week when Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the state received an additional $13 million in dislocated worker relief funding by the U.S. Department of Labor, bringing the total to $25 million.

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METRO ATLANTA CHAMBER: Atlanta Sports Council and Partners Win Bid to Host NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Regional in 2025

The Atlanta Sports Council (ASC) announced today that the city has won the bid to host the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Regional, including the Sweet 16 and Elite 8, at State Farm Arena in 2025.

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AGCO CORPORATION: AGCO Announces Chief Communication Officer Transition

AGCO, a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of agricultural equipment and solutions (NYSE:AGCO), today announced that Chief Communication Officer Ulrich Stockheim has chosen to pursue business interests outside of AGCO effective December 31, 2020.

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Furniture company making $23.5 million investment

The Hooker Furniture Corporation (HFC) will open a new facility in Liberty County.

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Alma 'the perfect place' for La Regina Atlantica's first U.S. processing facility, top company exec says

La Regina di San Marzano, an Italian-based company famed for its tomato sauces, feels right at home in Alma, Georgia, the company's top executive said in a new released issued by Gov. Brian P.


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DUBLIN-LAURENS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers begins expanding eligibility to Veteran

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced today implementation of a new information technology (IT) system marking the official launch of the first phase of expansion of the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) to caregivers of eligible Veterans of earlier eras.

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Radial, Inc. bringing full-time and seasonal jobs along with new fulfillment center in Locust Grove

Radial, Inc. plans to invest $40 million in a new fulfillment center in Locust Grove, Georgia, creating 344 full-time jobs and 1,000 seasonal jobs in the southeast Atlanta area.

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Papa John's to place global HQ in Atlanta

Papa John's is will be putting its new global headquarters in Atlanta, according to a news release from Gov. Brian Kemp's office.


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DAHLONEGA-LUMPKIN COUNTY CHAMBER & VISITORS BUREAU: Pharmaceutical Recycling Day

The Dahlonega Rotary Club in partnership with the Lumpkin County Sheriff's Office invites the community to the first PHARMACEUTICAL RECYCLING DAY scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 200 from 11 AM to 2 PM at the Lumpkin County Parc and Rec, 365 Riley Road in Dahlonega.

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Georgia’s net tax collections increase $134.5 million in August

Georgia’s net tax collections in August 2020 increased $134.5 million over August 2019, the Office of the Governor Brian Kemp reported on Sept. 10.

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US Department of Commerce awards $1.2 million grant to Georgia Tech Research Corporation

The U.S. Department of Commerce announced it was awarding a $1.2 million grant to the Georgia Tech Research Corporation in an effort to support manufacturers adversely affected by increased imports.

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New Deluxe Sandy Springs development expected to create 709 new jobs

Deluxe, a Fortune 1000 company that works in cloud and data solutions as well as other products and services to clients of all sizes, plans to establish a new office complex and innovation center in Sandy Springs that is projected to create 709 new jobs with an estimated $10 million investment.