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The National Law Review

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Georgia's Real Estate Boom Has a Complexity Problem

Georgia's Department of Economic Development recently reported that the State posted its second consecutive record year for business investment in fiscal year 2026. The Global Commerce team supported 436 new locations and expansions , representing roughly $35.2 billion in investment, up from $26.3 billion the year before, including an estimated 25,300 new jobs. Seventy-five percent of those projects were outside the 10-county Atlanta metro region. The Port of Savannah closed out its second busiest year on record in 2025 , handling nearly 5.7 million TEUs, trailing only 2022. The Georgia Ports Authority is in the process of expansion, with a new inland rail terminal set to open later this year. The headlines have covered the growth well. What they've missed is what this growth looks like from the closing table. For attorneys, the practical consequence is that deals in these markets now start earlier and carry more moving parts. Clients in these markets are counting on counsel to set expectations, sequence the work, and flag problems before they become delays. Looking ahead, deals in Georgia's secondary markets are likely to be shaped by three forces: whether the lenders and other professionals involved have the capacity to take on the work,

Georgia · 15h

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Georgia Commissioner-Elect Needs Lawmakers to Ban Credit Scores

Keisha Sean Waites, elected Georgia's insurance commissioner on Tuesday 3 November, told WSB-TV on Friday that her first priority for her first 100 days is banning credit scores and ZIP codes from the calculation of insurance risk and premiums. "Those things have nothing to do with calculating your risk as it relates to your insurance premiums," she said. She said she would work with Georgia lawmakers on it.

Georgia · 1d

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Buc-ee’s Is Coming to Louisiana, North Carolina and Georgia in 2027

A new Buc-ee’s can mean a new place to fill up and, for some people, a new place to clock in. Construction has already started at each site, though opening dates are still targets. Here are the new Buc-ee’s stores coming to Louisiana, North Carolina and Georgia in 2027....

North Carolina · 2d

Cordele Dispatch

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Cordele Energy and Nutrition: Keeping the community refreshed

Cordele Energy and Nutrition’s bubbly vibe matches its owner, Chloe Coleman. Coleman says that people are at the core of her business. “It’s just relationships you build every time, and […]

Cordele, GA · 21h

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Fast-Casual Chicken Giant Clucking into Perryville

A beloved chicken institution is crossing the road into Perryville. Zaxby’s is currently under construction and will be ready to serve up fresh, delicious poultry before the year is out. Helmed by the Stradford Empowerment Group, the popular chain is being erected at 500 Overlook Court. Zaxby’s is on...

Georgia · 1d

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Georgia’s State Workforce Board Approves High Demand Career List to Align Workforce, Education, & Employer Needs

For the third consecutive year, Georgia has produced its unified occupation priority list, with the State Workforce Development Board approving the 2027 High Demand Career List. The list identifies occupations that meet regional criteria for projected job growth, annual job openings, competitive wages, and requirements for an industry-recognized credential, postsecondary degree, or substantive on-the-job training. Established under Governor Kemp through HB 982, the list aligns state resources with current and projected workforce needs and supports the Governor’s Top State for Talent initiative. It helps Georgians make informed career decisions while guiding education, workforce, and business partners in addressing regional talent needs.

Georgia · 1d

WSB Channel 2 Atlanta

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Nearly 500K Georgians could leave ACA marketplace as premiums climb

Rising health insurance costs in Georgia are driving up ER visits, with enrollments projected to fall significantly.

Georgia · 13h

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From Projects to Platforms: Rethinking Capital in Georgia

Recently we sat down with a dozen Executive Members of Georgia Insider for our latest Twelve @ 12 lunch on finance and capital. Segments represented by this group included banking, private equity, entertainment law, policy and economic development. Georgia Insider’s latest Twelve @ 12 brought together a private group of...

Georgia · 15h

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South Ga. farmer promotes Georgia peanuts through professional racing

MILLER COUNTY, Ga. (WALB) — Jeff Adkinson, a south Georgia farmer, races professionally in the National Hot Rod Association and uses the sport to educate people across the country about Georgia-grown peanuts. 45 years of growing Georgia peanuts. The 2026 crop year is Adkinson’s 45th peanut harvest. Including his...

Georgia · 12h

WSMV

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More than 40 TN businesses, homes hit by historic flooding

Tennessee · 18h

CBS News Atlanta

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Georgia's largest battery storage facility unveiled

Across 40 acres in Cherokee County, banks of Tesla batteries store something Georgians depend on every day: electricity for when they need it most.

Cherokee County, GA · 3d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Macon Buyers Gain More Options as List Prices Fall

Macon buyers found more listings, lower asking prices, and extra time to decide as the market shifted clearly in their favor.

Macon, GA · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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This Georgia bookstore is a dream destination for cookbook lovers

Coastal Table & Tales is not your average bookstore. Located in Savannah's scenic historic district, this cozy shop is part independent bookseller, part demo kitchen, and deserves a spot on any food-lover's itinerary.Owner Dawn Anderson opened the store in late 2025, and has hosted dozens of hands-on cooking classes, tastings, cookbook clubs and conversations with leading chefs, authors, and culinary experts from around the world. Her global perspective is shaped by her extensive international travels and decades spent living abroad while working on diplomatic initiatives alongside her husband. Upcoming events include chocolate sommelier Kaysee Hill, a cookbook-writing workshop with Pinafore Press and a Bake the Book Club gathering. Coastal Tables & Tales is also celebrating its first anniversary from November 20 to 22 with pop-ups, birthday cake and discounts for holiday shopping. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Independent Cookbook Store and Cooking Workshop in Savannah (@coastaltableandtalessavannah) In addition to these events, the shop is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by to browse trending cookbooks, food-centric memoirs and other titles. In addition to books, the shop offers a curated selection of pantry staples,

Savannah, GA · 1d

Macon Telegraph

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Middle Georgia Oddities Market brings unique collectibles, mildly macabre items

WARNER ROBINS — Some people collect stamps or baseball cards. Some prefer things a little … “different”. Such is the case for Kristie and Christopher Whisler, owners of Middle Georgia Oddities Market in Warner Robins. For them, what began as childhood fascination with the unusual has grown into a business that celebrates creativity, supports local artists and brings together people who proudly march to the beat of their own drum. Located at 1760 Watson Boulevard, Middle Georgia Oddities Market offers a little bit of everything that falls outside the ordinary. Visitors can browse preserved insects, bones, taxidermy, handmade jewelry, candles, clothing, sculpted figures and vintage media. And for Kristie, whose business actually began years ago under the name Postmortem Crafts, the shop represents something much bigger than selling unusual artwork. “I wanted to have a collection of different artists in here,” she said. “I’m all about community, I’m all about animals, the people.” The business officially opened its storefront Sept. 12, following a journey that began with a move from Orlando, Florida, to Middle Georgia about two and a half years ago. The move wasn’t exactly planned. “It’s funny how we ended up here,” she said. “My husband was in

Warner Robins, GA · 2d

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Don’t let your Georgia Access plan auto-renew: Rates are rising up to 40% for 2027

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - If you buy your own health insurance in Georgia, don’t let your plan renew on autopilot this year. Open enrollment for 2027 coverage through Georgia Access is underway. Premiums, financial help and even eligibility could change. About 900,000 Georgians were enrolled in individual market coverage as of September, according to Georgia Access.

Georgia · 3d

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Georgia Automotive Parts Manufacturer to Shut Down, Laying Off 67 Workers

Asama Coldwater Manufacturing Georgia LLC is moving to close its facility in the Eastern Central part of the state. Over the last few months, the firm located at 975 Thomson Highway in Warrenton, has filed several Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filings which affected 276 employees. Three WARN Notices...

Warrenton, GA · 7d

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This Massive Indoor Flea Market In Georgia Is Where Rainy Saturdays Turn Into Treasure Hunts

A former garment factory now holds booth after booth of vintage finds. Racks of vinyl records stretch so far that crate diggers may lose track of time. I love that an old factory still makes people this happy. The doors open three days a week, Friday through Sunday. Rain can...

Georgia · 7d

Macon Telegraph

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Macon-Bibb County Commission seeks to put penny sales tax on future ballots

The Macon-Bibb County Commission wants to ask voters to decide whether to renew an additional penny sales tax that Mayor Lester Miller credits with helping reduce property tax rates over the past five years. The OLOST — which stands for Other Local Option Sales Tax — is a penny-on-the-dollar sales tax first approved by Bibb County voters in 2021. The county commission voted during its meeting Tuesday evening to approve a measure that would allow voters to decide in March whether to renew it for another five years. The ballot item still must be approved by the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections. Miller said the OLOST has been used to help roll back the millage rate from 20.33 to 9.575 mills. “If it passes then, of course, we’ll continue to collect the penny sales tax and we’ll continue to use that to offset property taxes,” Miller said. “If we put this on the referendum and it fails, then we’ll revert back to the other rate or substantially cut the budget by millions and millions of dollars.” Commissioner Donice Bryant asked if there would be any public hearings or meetings on the matter. Miller replied that it would be against the

Bibb County, GA · 6d

Athens Banner-Herald

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Walmart breaks ground on massive Georgia facility

Walmart has begun construction on a new supply chain facility in Carnesville that store executives say will create faster shipping and delivery of its products. A groundbreaking was recently held at the site for the $1.3 billion facility that is expected to create 1,000 jobs for northeast Georgia. Big Lots Rebounds: How many Big Lots remain in Georgia 2 years after filing for bankruptcy? A spokesman for Walmart said Wednesday that construction on the 1.5 million-square-foot facility is expected to conclude in 2029, but a timetable has not been set for the hiring of employees. A groundbreaking ceremony included Walmart executives, local elected officials, and others at the site was dedicated in Franklin County near the I-85 corridor. Walmart executives have reported the facility “will combine advanced automation and technology with Walmart associates to increase fulfillment capacity, improve efficiency and help get online orders to customers faster.” The center is an effort by Walmart to transform its supply chain, the store reported. The Georgia Governor’s Office announced in August that Walmart had decided to locate the new plant in northeast Georgia. Walmart and Sam’s Club have 209 stores in Georgia. There are already 11 supply chain facilities. The corporation employs

Carnesville, GA · 8d

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Two Credit Union Associations Vote to Merge, Creating a 458-Member Network Across Six Regions

Say you run a mid-sized credit union in Richmond, and you’ve spent years wishing your trade association had more muscle when regulators or legislators come calling. Or maybe you’re in Mobile, wondering why peer connections seem to stop at the state line. A newly approved merger is aimed squarely at both problems.

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