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Highway projects across Georgia are being squeezed by the increasing cost of construction materials brought on by the war in Ukraine and other inflationary pressures

Inflation is taking its toll on Georgia road projects

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceApril 20, 2022April 20, 2022

Georgia's unemployment rate fell to an all-time low of 3.1% last month, creating a tight labor market that drove up wages.

Wages go up as unemployment goes down in Georgia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceApril 14, 2022April 14, 2022

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5 ways to Get Higher-Quality Leads From YouTube

by Special to The Georgia SunMarch 28, 2022March 28, 2022

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is asking Georgia companies and investors to stop doing business with Russia in solidarity with Ukraine.

Georgia businesses urged to boycott Russia

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 28, 2022February 28, 2022

LOCUST GROVE -- Ryder System Inc., a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and commercial fleet management solutions, will invest $44 million in a new, high-tech third-party distribution center in Locust Grove.

Ryder to Open $44 Million Distribution Center in Locust Grove

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 8, 2022October 10, 2023

It may be the peak of winter weather in Georgia, but Pike Nurseries is already thinking about spring and is ready to hire 150 employees for the spring planting season.

Job Opportunity: Pike Nurseries will hire 150 employees in metro Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 3, 2022February 3, 2022

In fulfilling its three-part mission of teaching, research and service, UGA generated a record annual economic impact of $7.4 billion to the state of Georgia, according to a new, comprehensive study. Growth in the number of degrees conferred at the undergraduate and graduate levels, increases in externally funded research activity, and an expansion of public service and outreach activities all contributed to this record.

UGA has a $7.4 billion economic impact on Georgia

by Sam Fahmy | CAES NewsFebruary 3, 2022September 24, 2023

ATLANTA -- Small businesses in Atlanta may soon be getting a boost thanks to a $20 million donation from Wells Fargo.

Wells Fargo donates $20 million to help Atlanta small businesses

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 28, 2022September 24, 2023

HARTWELL -- Titan Steel Door is expanding to Hart County to the tune of $11 million and 90 new jobs.

Titan Steel Door expands into Hart County

by Thom ChandlerJanuary 25, 2022January 25, 2022

(The Center Square) – A new report estimated the annual cost of elevated inflation this year will be around $3,500 per household.

Inflation will cost most families about $3,500 this year

by Casey Harper | The Center SquareDecember 17, 2021December 17, 2021

Rivian Inc. will invest $5 billion in a carbon-conscious campus in Georgia for its electric adventure vehicles.

Electric vehicle company to build new plant at East Atlanta Megasite

by Thom ChandlerDecember 16, 2021September 24, 2023

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More people are currently employed in Georgia than ever before

by Thom ChandlerDecember 16, 2021December 16, 2021

Dunwoody. Georgia. USA on the map

Multinational shipping company makes Dunwoody its home

by City ReportsDecember 13, 2021September 24, 2023

Georgia’s economy will bounce back from the coronavirus pandemic next year, despite inflation and the latest COVID-19 variant, the dean of the business school at the University of Georgia predicted Monday.

Expert predicts economic recovery for Georgia but more inflation

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceDecember 13, 2021December 13, 2021

Consumer prices jumped 6.8% in November 2021 from a year earlier – the fastest rate of increase since 1982, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data published on Dec. 10, 2021. The biggest jumps during the month were in energy, used cars and clothing. The Conversation U.S. asked University of South Carolina economist William Hauk to explain what’s driving the recent increase in inflation and how it affects consumers, companies and the economy.

Why is inflation so high right now?

by William Hauk | University of South CarolinaDecember 11, 2021December 11, 2021

The Gwinnett County Department of Information Technology Services wants to hire you.

Gwinnett County is hiring IT professionals

by County NewsDecember 6, 2021December 6, 2021

Georgia’s leading business organization endorsed Gov. Brian Kemp Monday for reelection next year.

Business community backs Brian Kemp’s reelection bid

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 29, 2021November 29, 2021

With supply chain issues affecting businesses worldwide, a great solution for consumers is to shop local when gift hunting this holiday season.

Shop local by buying from these UGA alums

by Leslie Matos | CAES NewsNovember 27, 2021September 24, 2023