17 Feb 2026
Courage and Hard Decisions in Retail and Commercial Development
Some of the most important decisions a community makes are also the hardest to explain in the moment. A while back, my colleagues and I started a book club and read Daring Greatly by Brené Brown. In the book, she reflects on one of my favorite quotes by Theodore Roosevelt’s “The Man In The Arena”…
10 Feb 2026
Preciball USA Invests $17 Million in Screven County
- Preciball USA’s new facility in Screven County will create 65 skilled manufacturing jobs producing precision industrial components used in bearings, pumps, valves, and other critical applications.
- The facility, located at the GRAD-certified Screven County Industrial Park, reinforces the value of development-ready sites in attracting manufacturing investment.
02 Feb 2026
Grants & Funding Opportunities | February 2026
New month, new grants and funding opportunities. We have compiled a list below to support our Georgia Energy Cities by helping our communities secure essential resources, advance existing industries, and attract new businesses and investment. Our featured funding comes from the Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency.
26 Jan 2026
Downtowns Don’t Market Themselves: The Work Behind Great Main Streets
Great downtowns rarely happen by accident. They are the result of consistent, intentional work by local leaders, economic development professionals, business owners, and community partners who understand that their Main Street must be actively shaped, promoted, and cared for.
05 Jan 2026
Update: Grants & Funding Opportunities | January 2026
1.12.26 | Don’t Miss This Additional Grant Opportunity (Deadline Quickly Approaching)
This funding opportunity is a great match if your community has been considering road or bridge improvements, pedestrian or bicycle infrastructure, traffic control enhancements, or other roadway-related projects. We feature the Georgia Transportation Infrastructure Bank Grant.