VALDOSTA — The Quality of Life Association celebrates black history month with a narrated living timeline showcasing many famous Black history figures of yesterday and today. The fundraising event titled, “All Shades Art Exhibit and…
Valdosta, Lowndes Co. awarded drinking water funds
The Valdosta Utilities Department and Lowndes County among other areas have been awarded funds to reinforce water and sewer infrastructures. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp, joined by members of the Water and Sewer Infrastructure Committee…
Manufacturing company to open facility in Bulloch Co.
Aspen Aerogels, a technology leader in sustainability, plans to open an advanced manufacturing facility in Bulloch County, Georgia creating over 250 manufacturing jobs. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Aspen Aerogels (NYSE: ASPN) (“Aspen,”…
$13 million GA settlement used to expand opioid…
A state settlement of over $13 million will be used to address the opioid crisis by expanding Medication Assisted Treatment availability. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp announced the award of $13,081,929 in funds from the…
Georgia breaks international trade records for 2021
The state had a record-breaking year for international trade exporting over $165 billion in over 200 countries and territories. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp joined the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) in announcing that…
Furniture manufacturer expanding Georgia operations
SoPoly, a post-consumer recycled furniture manufacturer will expand its operations in Dodge County, Georgia creating approximately 200 jobs. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Georgia-based, post-consumer recycled furniture manufacturer SoPoly will create approximately 200…
Georgia economic projects result in record-breaking job creation
Record-breaking job creation was a result from secured economic development projects in every region of Georgia. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp, in conjunction with the Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD), announced that economic development…
GRACE Commission new membership expansion
The First Lady announces new members to the GRACE Commission as a result of the Governor's Executive Order expanding membership. Release: First Lady Marty Kemp announced that Governor Brian P. Kemp issued an Executive Order…
Kemp backs Unmask Georgia Students Act
The "Unmask Georgia Students Act" will give parent's the right to choose whether their child must wear a mask while on school grounds. Release: Governor Brian P. Kemp's floor leader Senator Clint Dixon (R -…