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2026 Week 2 Legislative Update After the MLK holiday, legislators were back under the Gold Dome this week for joint Appropriations Committee hearings. Led by Senate Appropriations Chairman Blake Tillery (R-Vidalia) and House Appropriations Chairman Matt Hatchett (R-Dublin), members of the House and Senate committees gathered for three full days of meetings Tuesday through Thursday to hear from leaders of…
Read More2026 Week 1 Legislative Update Legislators were back under the Gold Dome this week for the start of the 2026 Legislative Session. Several newly elected members completed their first day on the job on Monday— Representative Akbar Ali (D-Lawrenceville), Representative Eric Gisler (D-Watkinsville), Representative Bill Fincher (R-Canton), Senator Jaha Howard (D-Smyrna), and Senator Jason Dickerson (R-Canton). Lawmakers were in session…
Read MoreMIDNIGHT OIL EDITION 336 RESOURCES & TIPS 14 tax credits you might be missing Taxes are complicated, and overlooked credits could mean leaving money on the table. Explore these commonly missed tax credits to reduce your financial burden this tax season. Why AI is your new growth partner In 2026, artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be a…
Read MorePress Release Office of Communications Suite 642 148 Andrew Young International Blvd., NE Atlanta, GA 30303- 1751 (404) 232-3685 Communications@gdol.ga.gov dol.georgia.gov January 15, 2026 Unemployment Rose Across Georgia’s Regional Commissions in November The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that unemployment rose across Georgia’s 12 regional commissions in November. “While unemployment rose across…
Read MoreMIDNIGHT OIL EDITION 335 RESOURCES & TIPS Key trends reshaping sales in 2026 With the evolution of artificial intelligence and social connection, sales in 2026 will look different. From tightening alignment between sales and marketing to mastering social selling, discover seven forward‑thinking tactics that will define B2B and B2C success in the coming year. Plan now, thrive…
Read MoreSmall Business Memberships Applications for Small Business Memberships will be open from November 19th, 2025 to December 19th, 2025. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce and Fiserv are proud to offer complimentary Chamber memberships to small businesses based in Georgia. By providing small businesses with unique access to community resources, networking and business events, educational assets,…
Read MoreFor Immediate Release December 2, 2025 ACCE 40 Under 40 Award Recipient Carley Lawson named 40 Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Alexandria, VA. (December 2, 2025) – Carley Lawson has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2025 Forty Under 40 list of emerging…
Read MoreWellstar Health System is excited to announce that their 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment and Implementation Plan is now available. This report provides a look at the health status of our community, identifying key strengths, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. The Assessment is the result of a collaborative effort involving community members, local partners, and…
Read MoreThank you to CO by U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Midnight Oil for tips on leverage sales and growth tips in Q4 MIDNIGHT OIL EDITION 329 RESOURCES & TIPS Key digital moves driving holiday sales This Small Business Saturday, your digital presence can make or break in-person traffic. Discover how smart social media, online tools, and event integrations…
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