VALDOSTA – Valdosta State University generated $412.5 million in economic impact during Fiscal Year 2025 while supporting 3,472 jobs across the region. Release: VALDOSTA — Valdosta State University generated an estimated $412.5 million in total…
Barberitos Introduces new mobile app
ATHENS - Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina has launched a free mobile app, giving loyal customers more rewards at their fingertips when they eat fast and fresh. The app is designed with a robust rewards system…
Southeastern CU Earns National Recognition for Community Service
VALDOSTA – Credit unions make a positive social impact in their communities and one Valdosta credit union was recently recognized nationally for its efforts. Southeastern Credit Union earned an Honorable Mention in Credit Union National Association’s…
Business Spotlight: Park Place by McLane
VALDOSTA - Nestled in one of Valdosta's historic neighborhoods is a 110 year old house that has been transformed into a vibrant meeting space for family, business and community gatherings and is offering opportunities for…
Ribbon Cutting for RISE
VALDOSTA – The Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting for RISE at their new location, 129 N Patterson St, recently. With over 21 years of student housing experience, RISE: A Real Estate Company, is excited…
Southern Georgia’s unemployment rate declines to 5.4 percent…
ATLANTA – The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that the unemployment rate in the Southern Georgia region in October was 5.4 percent, down two-tenths of a percentage point from 5.6 percent in September.…
Appropriate Checklists for Year-End Tax Planning
Tax planners often develop checklists to guide taxpayers toward year-end strategies that might help reduce taxes. Typically, suggestions are grouped into several different categories, such as "Filing Status" or "Employee Matters," for ease of reading.…
Ribbon Cutting at Michelle Alden Counseling Services
VALDOSTA - The Chamber Ambassadors held a ribbon cutting at Michelle Alden Counseling Services, recently. Michelle Alden Counseling Services provides support for both individuals and families in the Valdosta area. While working with members of the…
Georgia Citrus Association forms, elects members
LOWNDES Co. - Over the past few years, Georgia farmers, gardeners, agricultural investors and homeowners have experienced a keen uptick of interest the citrus industry. The number of growers has exponentially increased in a very…