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University of Georgia’s PROPEL program receives top national honors

October 17, 2023

PROPEL, a University of Georgia program, took home the top prize from a national awards competition honoring outstanding economic development initiatives, research and accomplishments.

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University of Georgia conference will address industry workforce needs

September 29, 2023

Employers, educators, and community and government leaders will gather at the University of Georgia in November to learn the latest strategies and resources for addressing talent development needs and building long-term workforce pipelines across the state.

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Tameka Harris, River Valley Regional Council representative, view concepts from the RVCCD plan. (Photo by Sara Ingram)

UGA leads efforts for visionary plan for military and community partnership

September 14, 2023

The University of Georgia has rolled out a visionary plan to spur economic development in communities surrounding Fort Moore, providing strategic direction aligned with the military mission that protects the rural character of the area and supports quality of life.

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A rendering of a courtyard perspective view of Depot Square in Ringgold.

Historic downtown is making changes with help from UGA Institute of Government

August 29, 2023

The adage that good things come to those who wait is apparent in Ringgold. The town of nearly 3,500 nestled in the foothills of the northwest Georgia mountains is booming thanks to an influx of grants awarded in part because of a Renaissance Strategic Vision and Plan (RSVP) completed by the UGA...

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A student participating in “This Girl Can” program practices wiring a light switch as part of non-traditional occupational training. Photo courtesy Toombs County Family Connection.

UGA creates Workforce Planning Guide to help communities tackle challenges

August 24, 2023

Experts at the University of Georgia’s Vinson Institute of Government have partnered with Georgia Power to provide communities across the state with a comprehensive and accessible resource to address the growth opportunities provided by new industries. In fiscal year 2023, Georgia’s economy...

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