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Athens’ Akins Ford Arena opening delayed due to lack of certificate of occupancy

December 6, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The opening of Akins Ford Arena in Athens, Georgia, has been delayed after it didn’t receive a certificate of occupancy.

Analysis: Georgia construction tax would result in 7.4% cost increase

December 4, 2024 Community News

Exempting construction services from Georgia’s sales tax reduced state revenue by nearly $2.9 billion in fiscal 2024.

Trump to nominate Loeffler administrator of the Small Business Administration

December 4, 2024 Community News

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler, R-Georgia, to serve as Administrator of the Small Business Administration.

Report: First Georgia Portillo’s to open in 2025

December 4, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Portillo’s, an Illinois-based fast-casual chain famous for its Chicago-style street food, is set to open its first Georgia location next year, according to a report.

Analysis: Georgia’s bank tax credit offers no economic or fiscal return on investment

December 4, 2024 Community News

Georgia’s bank tax credit offers no economic or fiscal return on investment, and the cost per job cannot be calculated.

Audit: No economic activity can be tied to Georgia’s jet fuel tax exemption

December 3, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

No economic activity, such as jobs, labor income, or value-added output, can be tied to Georgia’s jet fuel tax exemption, but it potentially results in lower airfares for travelers flying from Atlanta.

Georgia AI study committee wraps work

December 3, 2024 Community News

The Georgia Senate Study Committee on Artificial Intelligence has adopted a series of recommendations, including that state agencies and local governments develop policies addressing AI’s ethical use.

Athens-Clarke County seeks input on downtown College Square Plaza redevelopment

November 27, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Athens-Clarke County and Athens Downtown Development Authority officials are hosting two open house sessions to discuss downtown Athens’ College Square Plaza redevelopment.

Georgia study committee adopts final report on preserving farmland

November 26, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

The Senate Study Committee on the Preservation of Georgia’s Farmlands has adopted its final report, which offers recommendations for supporting and preserving Georgia’s farmland.

Georgia labor commissioner dies at 59

November 25, 2024 Community News

Georgia Department of Labor Commissioner Bruce Thompson died more than eight months after announcing a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. He was 59.