Nick Masino, President & CEO at Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
Non-profit

Gwinnett Chamber hosts candidates forum for Board of Commissioners Districts 2 and 4

The Gwinnett Chamber held a forum for Board of Commissioners Districts 2 and 4 candidates ahead of local elections. All five candidates participated by sharing their views on economic development issues affecting Gwinnett County. Early voting begins April 27 with Election Day set for May 19.

Gregory A. Beard, Director of Energy Dominance Financing
Government

DOE announces conditional loan for domestic medical isotope facility in Wisconsin

Ron S. Jarmin, Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer at U.S Census Bureau
News

U.S. Census Bureau releases new Business Trends and Outlook Survey data for April 2026

Jeff Fisher, District 1 Commissioner
Real Estate

Prologis receives approval for $17 billion Georgia data center project

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M. Brian Blake, President of Georgia State University
Non-profit

Georgia State study finds Alzheimer’s screening tools may differ in effectiveness by sex

A new Georgia State University study reports standard Alzheimer’s screenings may work differently for men and women. Researchers say test results might miss early signs of brain changes in women compared to men.

Kim Greene, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Georgia Power
News

Georgia Power reports progress on grid investment and reliability improvements

Georgia Power announced new milestones under its Grid Investment Program after completing hundreds of infrastructure projects statewide since launching it in 2020. The utility says recent upgrades have reduced outage frequency by half for many customers.
Chris Wright, Secretary, U.S. Department of Energy
Government

Trump administration orders Colorado coal plant to remain open for power reliability

The Trump administration has ordered a Colorado coal plant slated for closure to stay open into mid-2026 in an effort aimed at preserving grid reliability and affordability. Officials say this move reverses previous shutdown trends while federal agencies continue supporting clean energy initiatives nationwide.
Scott M. Brinker, President and Chief Executive Officer
Real Estate

Healthpeak affiliate acquires two senior living communities in Cobb County for $240 million

Healthpeak Properties has acquired two Sterling Estates senior living communities in Cobb County for $240 million through its new spinoff REIT, Janus Living. The deal adds hundreds of units to Janus’s portfolio amid rising demand driven by an aging population.
Brian Bryant International President at International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
Non-profit

IAM District 776 begins contract negotiations with Lockheed Martin for F-35 workforce

IAM District 776 opened contract talks with Lockheed Martin on March 26 for workers building F-35 jets. Union leaders emphasize securing improved wages and benefits reflecting workers’ contributions. Preparation included training sessions and member input through surveys.

Ron S. Jarmin, Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer
News

U.S. Census Bureau releases new Household Trends and Outlook Pulse Survey data

The U.S. Census Bureau has released new findings from its Household Trends and Outlook Pulse Survey (HTOPS). The survey covers topics such as health, employment, education, food security, and more based on responses from around 30,000 households.
John Ahmann, President & CEO
Real Estate

Westside Future Fund secures $47 million for affordable housing project in Atlanta

Westside Future Fund has secured $47 million to build a new affordable housing complex in Atlanta’s English Avenue neighborhood. The North+Oliver project will offer 120 rental units aimed at low- and moderate-income families. Construction is expected to start later this year with completion planned by 2028.
Chris Wright, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy
Government

Trump administration orders Centralia coal plant to remain open for grid reliability in Northwest

Secretary Chris Wright has ordered TransAlta’s Centralia coal plant Unit 2 in Washington State to remain operational past its planned closure date. The move aims to prevent blackouts and maintain affordable electricity in the Northwest amid ongoing debates over national energy policy.
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