Southern Georgia labor force up for the summer

Georgia Department of Labor Press Release: Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said Thursday that the Southern Georgia region’s labor force jumped in June as summer job seekers hit the market. With the labor force growing…

Labor force increases in Valdosta

Georgia Department of Labor Press Release: Georgia Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said Thursday that Valdosta’s June job numbers showed typical summer fluctuations. During the month, the labor force grew faster than could be absorbed through hiring, causing…

Deal: Five Below to create more than 130…

From the Office of Gov. Nathan Deal: Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that Five Below, a leading high-growth value retailer, will create 130 jobs and invest $70 million to build a new distribution center in…

Bus Drivers Needed for Valdosta City Schools

Valdosta City Schools: Bus drivers are needed in Valdosta City Schools.  Anyone looking for a job with competitive wages, paid health benefits and training working up to 5 hours a day, this is perfect for…

Deal: GE Appliances to create 100 jobs in…

From the Office of Gov. Nathan Deal: Gov. Nathan Deal today announced that GE Appliances, a manufacturer of household appliances, will create 100 jobs and invest $55 million in a new Southeast Region Appliance Distribution…

Deal: Dixie Color to create 100 jobs in…

From the Office of Gov. Nathan Deal: Gov. Nathan Deal announced that Dixie Color, Inc., a color resin pellets manufacturing company, will create 100 jobs and invest more than $19 million in a new Dixie…

Small business lending hits all-time high in Georgia

ATLANTA (AP) -- Lending for small businesses is at an all-time high in Georgia. A recent report released by the Georgia Small Business Administration shows that $1.41 billion was loaned in the state last year.…