Georgia lands Prime, Inc. regional hub with $160…

SPALDING CO. — Prime, Inc. will invest more than $160 million in Spalding County to build a new Southeastern regional hub and create over 120 full-time jobs. Release: ATLANTA – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced…

VSU increases economic impact over previous year

VALDOSTA - Valdosta State University's total economic impact on the area economy surpasses $409 million. Release: How much does Lowndes County and the surrounding areas benefit economically from hosting Valdosta State University?    That is the…

South GeorgiaLEADS opens 2023-2024 recruitment

VALDOSTA - South GeorgiaLEADS opens the 2023-2024 recruitment for participants to help improving the economic vitality of the area. Release: South GeorgiaLEADS opens recruitment for the 2023-2024 cohort of its 21-county leadership development initiative. Dedicated…

Georgia achieves economic record for 2022

ATLANTA - Georgia achieved a record fiscal year for 2022 in economic development investments and job creation. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), announced that Georgia…

VSU summit provides resources to rural communities

VALDOSTA - VSU's Rural Development Institute will meet with local leaders in a summit to provide rural communities with development resources. Release: The Rural Development Institute is an extension of Valdosta State University’s Center for…

GEDA recognizes Bacon County at Deal Of The…

Release: The Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) recognized the Bacon County Development Authority for “outstanding achievement in the location of business in Georgia” at its Annual Awards luncheon on Monday. Bacon County was recognized because…

Valdosta art committee seeks public input

Release: The Valdosta Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) seeks public input concerning the beautification of gateways into the City Center Arts District (CCAD). Ideas and concepts for consideration will be accepted through Nov. 15, 2021.…