Business & Agriculture

A 2-Year-Old Child Put a Loaded Gun in Their Mouth at a Richmond, Virginia Daycare, Prompting a State Investigation Into Staff Conduct and Safety Protocols.

The New Bakery on Norman Drive Confirmed Its Opening on October 13 and Announced a Partnership with Second Harvest of South Georgia.

A 22-Month-Old Boy Passed Away After He and His Father, a Gainesville Firefighter, Were Struck by a Vehicle That Accelerated Over a Curb in a Shopping Center Parking Lot.

Understanding Different Planner Types and Critical Questions to Ask Can Help Lowndes County Residents Make Informed Decisions About Their Financial Future, According to a Local Expert.

Twenty-Two Property Transfers Were Recorded on October 10, 2026, Including Residential Sales, Commercial Acquisitions, and Significant Developer Activity Across the County.

The Chamber of Commerce Recognizes SGMC Health Pearlman Cancer Center for Its Ongoing Dedication to Advanced and Compassionate Cancer Care Services Throughout South Georgia and North Florida.

Georgia's Governor Acts to Ease Fuel Costs for Residents and Farmers, Following Federal Directive and a National Plea From the USDA Secretary.

Congressman Sanford Bishop Navigates a Unique Blend of Rural and Urban Communities, Agricultural Priorities, and Economic Challenges in Georgia’s 2nd Congressional District, a Frequent Target for Redistricting Efforts.

The Veteran Loan Fund Accelerator, Supported Locally by Ace: Access to Capital for Entrepreneurs, Assisted 37 Entrepreneurs in Securing Millions in Capital and Grants.

The Southern Georgia Black Chambers Convened to Formalize the Acquisition of the High-Profile Restaurant by Marvin Terrell and His Son, Alex “tj” Terrell, Signaling a Shift Towards Family-Centered Dining and Civic Engagement.

The Company, Which Serves Communities Across the Southeast Including South Georgia, Was Recognized on Time's Inaugural List of America's Best Private Companies of 2026 for Its Employee Satisfaction and Societal Impact.

State Officials Cite Unusually High Ocean Temperatures for Delaying the Reopening of the Season Past Its Usual September 30 End Date, Impacting Wild Oysters but Not Farmed Ones.

Moore's Nearly Six-Year Tenure Included Significant Advocacy Efforts, Covid-19 Small Business Aid, and Leadership During Hurricane Helene Recovery for the Valdosta-Lowndes Business Community.

Observed October 2-9, National Manufacturing Week Celebrates the More Than 5,000 Employees Who Power a Key Economic Sector That Continues to Expand Locally and Across Georgia.

Republican Rick Jackson and Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms Outline Competing Strategies to Support Farmers, with Campaigns Clashing Over Policy Specifics and Federal Ties.

The Local In-Home Care Provider, Serving South Georgia Since 2005, Was Recognized by the Chamber of Commerce for Its Dedication to Seniors and Community Involvement.

Georgia Power and Google Announced a Plan for the Tech Giant to Help Pay for Improvements to Older Reactors at Plant Vogtle and Plant Hatch, a Proposal Now Before State Regulators.

The Local Clinic, Serving the Community Since 2007, Was Celebrated for Its Comprehensive Pet Care and Dedication to Clients and Staff.

The Southern Georgia Black Chambers, Inc. Announced the Dealership as the Premier Partner for Its Annual Tournament, Funding Regional Small Business Grants and Youth Scholarships.

The Three-Day Event in October Will Showcase Agricultural Innovations From Over 700 Exhibitors and Host the Southeastern Farmer of the Year Award Competition.

Oxfam America's Latest Report Places Georgia 46th Nationwide for Worker Policies on Wages, Protections, and the Right to Organize, Despite State Leaders Touting Georgia as a Top Place to Live and Work.

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson Each Propose Pathways to Affordability, but Financial and Operational Specifics Remain Unclear for Both Strategies.

A Newly Detected Grass-Eating Insect Could Mean Significant Losses for Cattle Ranchers, Turf Businesses, and Crop Farmers Across the State.

Bennett Mobile Truck Repair, Formerly Bennett Heavy Equipment, Provides Roadside and Job-Site Service for Commercial Fleets, Rvs, and Heavy Machinery Across a 60-Mile Radius From Its Hahira Hub.

A New White House Proclamation to Import Lean Beef Trimmings Without Tariffs Aims to Lower Prices but Draws Criticism From Local Producers and State Agriculture Leadership.