05 May 2020
RWDC Industries to Invest $260 Million in Athens-Clarke County Expansion
Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that biotechnology company RWDC Industries will invest $260 million in expanding its operations into Athens-Clarke County. This innovative development will create 200 jobs.
“RWDC Industries is a perfect example of Georgians’ creative approach to solving problems and finding great success, thanks in part to state resources like our public university system,” said Governor Kemp. “It’s great to see a Georgia company continue to find ways to make a difference and create innovative opportunities for hardworking Georgians.”
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02 Apr 2020
Grants & Funding Opportunities | April 2020
ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development has assembled a list of current grants and funding opportunities that may be relevant to your needs. Highlighted are program offerings by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). We update this regularly and will continue to share information about additional funding opportunities.
02 Mar 2020
Grants & Funding Opportunities | March 2020
ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development has assembled a list of current grants and funding opportunities that may be relevant to your needs. Highlighted are program offerings by the Georgia Department of Agriculture. We update this regularly and will continue to share information about additional funding opportunities.
24 Feb 2020
Mannington Mills to Expand, Create 268 Jobs in Gordon County
Governor Brian P. Kemp announced a $22 million expansion by flooring manufacturer Mannington Mills, Inc. in Gordon County due to increased customer demand for domestically produced luxury vinyl flooring. Mannington Mills purchased a 10.5-acre site in Calhoun that will expand upon the company’s manufacturing presence in the state and create 268 jobs.
“This expansion is more great news for Northwest Georgia and a testament to existing industries in our state receiving a major return on their investments,” said Governor Kemp. “I appreciate Mannington’s continued dedication to the hardworking Georgians in our skilled workforce in the area and congratulate the community on this exciting announcement.”
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06 Feb 2020
Grants, Loans & Funding Opportunities | February 2020
Assembled is a list of current grants and funding opportunities that may be relevant to your needs. Deadline for the “Innovative” Highway Safety Program is fast approaching. We update this regularly and will continue to share information about additional funding opportunities.