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Ndidi Nwuneli speaks at the 2022 Goalkeepers Global Goals Awards, hosted by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in New York City. The event recognizes the work of those who help advance the U.N.'s Sustainable Development Goals in their communities and around the world.

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Don't think of Africa as a hungry child, says a champion of Africa's food prowess

If you think that African countries have nothing to contribute to the global food supply, Ndidi Nunweli would like you to think about what you eat daily.

January 02, 2023
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  • Max Barnhart
Box of ammunition

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  • Business

Ammunition maker expanding its Georgia operations in Savannah area

A European-owned ammunition maker will build a new manufacturing, assembly, and distribution facility in Bryan County, 

November 11, 2022
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  • Dave Williams
Talk show set

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  • Business

Georgia film industry sets another economic impact record

Film and television productions spent $4.4 billion in the Peach State in fiscal 2022, which ended June 30, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday. That’s up from the previous record of $4 billion set in fiscal 2021.

August 01, 2022
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  • Dave Williams
Film Slate

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  • Business

Review finds Georgia film tax credit has improved oversight

The General Assembly passed legislation two years ago requiring all film productions located in Georgia to undergo mandatory audits by the state Department of Revenue or third-party auditors selected by the agency.

July 25, 2022
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By:
  • Dave Williams
Drawing of proposed aerial gondolas

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  • Economy

Could solar-powered aerial gondolas carry patrons to Macon Mall amphitheater?

Macon Mayor Lester Miller is considering new transit network as county moves forward with pickleball courts and outdoor event venue.

February 15, 2022
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By:
  • Liz Fabian
Residents in Morgan County and surrounding areas are hanging 'We oppose Rivian assembly plant' signs to express their

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  • News

Rutledge vs. Rivian: Morgan County residents fight development of massive manufacturing plant

Georgia is preparing to build one of the state’s largest economic development projects of all time starting this summer: a 2,200-acre electric vehicle manufacturing plant an hour east of Atlanta in Morgan and Walton counties. But the announcement came as a shock to residents there, and some are mobilizing to voice their concerns — or halt it altogether.

February 10, 2022
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  • Amanda Andrews
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  • Economy

Georgia growth outstrips most states in slow-growing nation

While only four states have grown more than Georgia since the release of the 2020 U.S. Census, the Peach State’s population increase came as the nation’s population grew at the slowest rate since its founding.

December 22, 2021
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  • Dave Williams
Rivian SUV

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  • Economy

Georgia schools adding EV career pathway after Rivian announcement

The state Department of Education is responding to last week’s announcement that a major electric vehicle manufacturing plant will be built in Georgia by creating an EV career pathway.

December 22, 2021
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  • Dave Williams
Downtown Gainesville, Ga.

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  • Economy

Gainesville developments offer new life in downtown district

A combination of public and private financing will bring new apartments, shops, restaurants, venues and higher education facilities to the area surrounding the Gainesville Square, as well as improved sidewalks and parking options. 

December 17, 2021
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  • Tricia Cumiskey
The town of Talking Rock, Georgia

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  • Economy

Rural prosperity in the 21st century. Why we should be optimistic about the future of rural Georgia

It might surprise you that rural Georgia doesn't have enough affordable housing — and the homes people can afford aren't where they want to live.

 

 

October 11, 2021
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  • Rickey Bevington
Gov. Brian Kemp

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  • Economy

Georgia Enjoys Record-Setting Economic Development Numbers Despite COVID-19

Nearly $11 billion in new investments during fiscal 2021, which ended June 30, represented a 46% increase over the last fiscal year, while 33,439 jobs created across the state beat the previous record by 5%.

August 12, 2021
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By:
  • Dave Williams
Solar field near RAFB

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  • Business

'Innovation Ecosystem' Could Hold Future For Middle Georgia, Robins Air Force Base

A 2017 Defense Department grant is giving Georgia the chance to take a closer look at what is needed to sustain its military communities.

March 31, 2021
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By:
  • Liz Fabian
Miramar Raw Bar & Tapas bar manager Josh Howard stocks liquor at the new restaurant that is opening Feb. 13 on Forsyth Road in North Macon

Macon Restaurant Scene Just Keeps Growing

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, a cozy new restaurant is coming to north Macon. Miramar Raw Bar & Tapas will open its doors Feb. 13 in the...

February 07, 2020
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By:
  • Liz Fabian
Gov. Brian Kemp and his wife Marty tour the new Claxton Poultry facility in Sylvania, about three hours southeast of Atlanta. Kemp made the visit as part of his "Georgia Made" tour.

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  • Economy

Gov. Kemp Outlines Plan To Lift Up Rural Georgia, Streamline State Budget

It's been about 10 months since Gov. Brian Kemp took office — with a pledge to lift up rural Georgia. Now, he has launched a Rural Strike Team, designed...

October 25, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Emilia Brock
Site of proposed Spaceport and launch site in proximity to Georgia's coast

Proposed Spaceport Attracts Rocket Maker to Southeast Ga.

A coastal Georgia spaceport is still far from liftoff, but it might already be attracting new business.

September 24, 2018
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  • Cindy Hill
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