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Macon-Based Real Property Management Vesta Named Franchise of the Year

Real Property Management Vesta has earned the Franchise of the Year Award, the top honor in the Real Property Management network of more than 450 offices nationwide. Ben Sapp, the firm’s owner and broker, accepted the award at the organization’s annual meeting in Dallas. “The Franchise of the...

Macon, GA · 1d
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11Alive

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The quiet election shift that could change your power bill

Georgia · 1d

11Alive

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Shelved: Georgia and South Carolina quietly abandon Jasper Ocean Terminal

South Carolina · 1d

WALB 10

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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 · 2d
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Metro Atlanta students put construction skills to the test

Thousands of Georgia students are showcase construction skills at the 2026 AGC Georgia Skills Challenge Series, a statewide workforce development initiative that gives high school students the opportunity to showcase their talents in trades such as carpentry, electrical, masonry, plumbing, welding and more. Our Chris Rosenthal joins us live with Zach Fields, CEO of Associated General Contractors of Georgia, to learn more. https://www.agcga.org/metroAtlskills/#Winners.

Atlanta Metropolitan Area, GA · 2d

savannahceo.com

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Sam McCachern, PE, and Ralph Forbes, PE, Named to Georgia Trend's 2026 Georgia 500 Most Influential Leaders

Thomas & Hutton (T&H), a privately held and employee-owned professional services firm known for its award-winning culture and 80 years of shaping communities across the Southeast, is pleased to announce that Sam McCachern, PE, Chief Executive Officer, and Ralph Forbes, PE, Vice President and Economic Development Regional Director, were named to Georgia Trend magazine's 2026 Georgia 500: Most Influential Leaders list.

Georgia · 1d

Housing Wire

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Davidson Homes, loanDepot launch in-house mortgage JV

LoanDepot and Davidson Homes have launched Davidson Mortgage, a mortgage joint venture serving buyers in Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, Texas and Arizona. The move reflects a broader builder trend toward affiliated mortgage operations to reduce fallout, manage incentives and improve closing predictability in a volatile rate environment. AI Summary.

Arizona · 1d

fox5atlanta.com

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Carter family farm in Georgia to become public land

PLAINS, Ga. - The Conservation Fund has purchased Jimmy Carter’s former Georgia farm and plans to transfer the 2,500-acre property to the state for wildlife conservation. The Conservation Fund, an environmental nonprofit, has purchased the former president’s family farm and plans to turn the land over to the state by 2028. Georgia would use the property to expand the nearby Creek Wildlife Management Area.

Georgia · 1d

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Georgia farmers report lower crop yields this harvest season

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Farmers in Georgia are seeing lower yields at harvest time this year because of drought, weather, and disease. Tyron Spearman with the National Peanut Buying Points Association said the growing season has been difficult. “Well, this has been a tough growing year. The weather has...

Georgia · 2d

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Ga.’s newly flipped utility commission targets power bills, shutoffs, data centers

Democrats will hold majority control of the Georgia Public Service Commission for the first time in 30 years following Tuesday’s election, shifting power on the five-member constitutional board that regulates Georgia Power and sets residential electric rates.

Georgia · 2d

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Chick-fil-A: A Georgia Business That Grew Into a National Favorite

When people think of popular fast-food restaurants, Chick-fil-A is often one of the first names that comes to mind. Known for its chicken sandwiches, waffle fries, and customer service, Chick-fil-A has become a successful business that started right here in Georgia. Chick-fil-A’s story began in 1946 when founder S. Truett...

Georgia · 4d

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 · 2d

specialtycropgrower.com

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GFVGA Remains Committed to Advocating for Georgia Farmers Following Election of New Ag Commissioner

It is business as usual for Chris Butts and the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA). Following the election of a new agriculture commissioner last week in Georgia and the uncertainty surrounding the future of the state’s No. 1 industry, Chris Butts, GFVGA executive director, is approaching this change with the same forward thinking he had with Georgia’s outgoing ag commissioner Tyler Harper.

Georgia · 2d

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 · 3d

Trains.com

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OmniTRAX names Strickland as VP of state government affairs

DENVER — OmniTRAX has named Justin Strickland vice president of state government affairs, the rail and real estate company has announced. Strickland will lead engagement with state governments, elected officials, agencies, industries, and communities across the OmniTRAX network. “Justin is a proven relationship-builder with a strong understanding of the policy and regulatory issues that shape [...] Read More...

Georgia · 2d

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Fort Point Capital: US Propane Platform Launch Includes Atlanta Propane Exchange And North Carolina Propane Exchange Acquisitions

Fort Point Capital has launched US Propane, a new propane distribution platform formed through the simultaneous acquisitions of Atlanta Propane Exchange and North Carolina Propane Exchange. The transactions establish an initial operating presence in Georgia and North Carolina, with plans to expand through additional partnerships with locally owned propane businesses.

North Carolina · 2d

13WMAZ

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Popular Downtown Macon clothing store preparing to close

Macon, GA · 2d

valdostatoday.com

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Food Lion to Acquire Five Winn-Dixie Stores in South Georgia

SALISBURY — Food Lion plans to acquire five Winn-Dixie stores in Southern Georgia and open the locations in December. Food Lion to Acquire Five Winn-Dixie Stores in Southern Georgia, Exceeding 2026 Growth Plan. Omnichannel grocery retailer to purchase stores from The Winn-Dixie Company. Food Lion has entered into an...

Georgia · 3d

WSB Radio

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Georgia homeowners to regain property titles after deceptive foreclosure assistance scheme

As part of the order, the titles to all affected properties must be returned to consumers, officials added.

Georgia · 2d