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May 19th was Primary Election Day in Georgia. With nearly all precincts fully reported, here are a few key takeaways and races to watch going into the June 16th runoffs: Democrats outperformed Republicans in early voting and overall turnout, while Republicans dominated Election Day turnout numbers. More than one million Georgians voted early (a record for…
Read MoreMIDNIGHT OIL EDITION 353 RESOURCES & TIPS CO— Small Business Day: Lessons from Joseph Carr and more Joseph Carr’s journey from a personal passion project to building the No. 1 table wine brand in the U.S. shows how authenticity, storytelling, and purpose can set a business apart in crowded markets. Hear how he built an emotional connection into…
Read MoreMIDNIGHT OIL EDITION 349 RESOURCES & TIPS 50 business ideas for 2026 (and beyond) Why wait for the future when you can build it today with a business designed for long-term scalability and market demand? Explore how these 50 high-potential business concepts can help you turn entrepreneurial dreams into a profitable reality. REPORT: Navigating the small business…
Read More2026 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,…
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