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Georgia's Unemployment Rate Holds At 3.6% For 11 Consecutive Months

  • 5/15/2025

The Georgia Department of Labor announced today that Georgia's April 2025 unemployment rate was 3.6 percent, unchanged from a revised 3.6 percent in March. The unemployment rate was six-tenths lower than the national unemployment rate. “For 11 consecutive months, Georgia's unemployment rate has held at 3.6 percent, consistently outperforming the national average. This sustained economic success supporting a globally competitive labor force of over five million is a testament to the power of collaboration between our state government, business leaders and communities,” said Georgia Department of Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes. “Great economies are built on great partnerships, ... (click for more)

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Dr. Robert Hardin, WACKER Charleston's Senior Quality Manager, serves as president of the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council board of directors
Dr. Robert Hardin, WACKER Charleston's Senior Quality Manager, serves as president of the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council board of directors

Sheriff Austin Garrett Releases 2024 HCSO Annual Statistical Review

  • 5/14/2025

Sheriff Austin Garrett and the men and women of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office announced the release of the agency’s 2024 Annual Statistical Review. This 2024 statistical review features a range of important statistical data pertaining to the HCSO’s law enforcement and corrections-based services and crime trends. Sheriff Garrett ... (click for more)

Denise Rice Hall Selected As 2025 Mel Bedwell Small Businessperson Of The Year

  • 5/14/2025

The Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce announces Denise Rice Hall, founder and president of Peak Performance Inc., as the 2025 Mel Bedwell Small Businessperson of the Year. She was selected by a committee comprised of former winners. Ms. Hall becomes the 32nd recipient of the award and will be honored at a luncheon on May 22, 11:30 a.m., ... (click for more)

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Alderman Enterprises Adds Jonathan Hartley As Managing Partner, Celebrates 10th Anniversary
  • 5/15/2025

Alderman Enterprises announces what officials describe as "perhaps its most transformative investment to-date" – the addition of Jonathan Hartley as managing partner. "Jonathan brings extensive executive experience from roles in operational leadership, investment banking and private equity," officials said. Mr. Hartley previously served as managing director at Croft & Bender, executive chairman of Displayit and CEO of Carousel Designs before its acquisition by Crown Crafts. ... more

From The Best To The Best
  • 5/15/2025

As an elected official in Hamilton County, I have sought the opinion of our county attorney on several occasions. In light of the impending retirement of our County Attorney Rheubin Taylor, I feel the need to offer my deepest and most sincere appreciation for Rheubin and his staff. The times that I have called the attorney’s office, I have always been received with a great response. Whether meeting with Attorney Taylor in the parking garage and discussing an issue, or being in the office ... more

Despite Trailing Early, Red Wolves Respond With 3 Unanswered Goals To Pick Up Win At Home Over FC Naples
Despite Trailing Early, Red Wolves Respond With 3 Unanswered Goals To Pick Up Win At Home Over FC Naples
  • 5/15/2025

Despite mud-soaked conditions at Chi Memorial Stadium, the Chattanooga Red Wolves battled to a 3-1 victory at home, handing FC Naples its second loss of the season. FC ... more

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