Georgia Companies Newswire

How Is Home Depot’s Stock Performance Compared to Other Consumer Discretionary Stocks

Home Depot, Inc_ location by-hapabapa via iStock Atlanta, Georgia-based The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) is the world’s largest home-improvement retailer, serving both do-it-yourself (DIY) homeowners and professional contractors. Valued at a market capitalization …

Deion Sanders Receives Judge’s Clear Ultimatum After Public Claim Over Son Shilo’s $11M Bankruptcy Case

Deion Sanders’ lawyers tried to keep him out of his son Shilo Sanders’ bankruptcy trial, arguing that the Colorado coach’s football duties made the timing unreasonable. Now, he is not going to have to sit inside a Denver courtroom while Colorado prepares …

Balancing Safety and Privacy: Getting Flock Camera Oversight Right in Georgia

This is an opinion piece and reflects the views of only the author. By State Senator John Albers, Chairman of the Georgia Senator Committee on Public Safety As a Georgia State Senator, Chairman of the Committee on Public Safety, former firefighter and EMT …

Triathlete escapes alligator attack using gruesome tactic and shares terrifying story of his near-death experience

By RICH JONES, US DEPUTY SPORTS EDITOR Published: 18:02 EDT, 29 August 2026 | Updated: 18:12 EDT, 29 August 2026 A triathlete who was attacked by an alligator while training for a race escaped the clutches of the deadly creature by squeezing its eye. …

Parts Town Unlimited Signs 538,450 SF Industrial Lease in Pendergrass, Georgia

2PENDERGRASS, GA. — Parts Town Unlimited has signed a 538,450-square-foot, full-building lease at Jackson 85 North Business Park in Pendergrass, about 57 miles northeast of Atlanta via I-85. The owner is a joint venture between affiliates Trammell Crow Co …

Georgia Tech Launches Statewide Hub to Build Aerospace Technical Talent

Newswise — Georgia Tech is leading a new NASA-supported workforce development initiative designed to expand aerospace education and strengthen Georgia's pipeline of skilled technical talent needed for future space missions.  Through a Next Gen STEM ( …

Experts warn of ‘pink slime’ tactics from new Georgia news websites

In late July, a new website popped online carrying local news stories from Georgia. There was an article about a disgraced former Atlanta City Council member, another about President Donald Trump’s visit to Cobb County, and one about Georgia coach Kirby …

Georgia Power, OpenAI contract approved for Effingham center

Both Georgia Power’s contract with OpenAI was approved and the final Development of Regional Impact report for the Effingham County data center was released, Wednesday. So, what’s next? The following updates mark separate steps in the process for the 1,400 …

Metro Atlanta school district sees savings with propane-fueled buses

With gas prices remaining high, propane school buses are helping the Henry County School District save taxpayer money. Chris McLeod, Henry County School District's executive director of transportation services, said integrating propane-fueled school …

Walmart plans next-gen fulfillment center for Georgia

Walmart has selected Carnesville, Ga., for the site of a high-tech, next-generation automated fulfillment center to support ecommerce delivery, according to local reports. Construction on the 1.5 million-square-foot facility, at a cost of about $1.3 …

Hyundai seeks to diversify revenue with its latest robotics acquisition

Dive Brief: Hyundai Motor Company, known for its lineup of cars, SUVs and electric vehicles, is laying the groundwork to become a physical AI and technology company with its recent takeover of robotics maker Boston Dynamics. Hyundai opened its Robot …

Georgia Tech Through a Visiting Scholar's Lens

Newswise — In his native South Korea, Sanghyun Jang served as director of the Education Data Center at the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS), where he developed policies governing the use of artificial intelligence in education. To …

Two Georgia women sentenced in fraud scheme, stealing millions from Amazon

Two Georgia women have been sentenced in a fraud scheme in which prosecutors say they stole close to $10 million from Amazon. Brittany Hudson was sentenced to more than 16 years in federal prison this week, while her partner Kayricka Wortham was sentenced …

Georgia Gold Star mothers cleaned by metro Atlanta company

🏫 Emory faces audit

Midnight train Saturday, Aug. 29 — Atlanta native and R&B legend Gladys Knight said she would ease into fewer performances to focus on “the next stage” of her life and career, following fan concern over her health during recent tour stops. Knight has …

Popular international fashion retailer to open first store in Georgia

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — International fashion retailer Primark is expanding its footprint in the U.S. with its first Georgia location. Primark officially opens on Sept. 8 at Sugarloaf Mills in Lawrenceville. The retailer also plans to open a second store in …

Deion Sanders must testify in Shilo’s bankruptcy trial — after Georgia Tech game (if at all)

Colorado coach Deion Sanders has gotten a ruling on the question of whether he’ll be required to testify in Shilo’s upcoming bankruptcy trial. The bad news? Deion did not successfully quash the subpoena. The good news? He won’t have to testify in the days …

Former Georgia officer accused of misusing Flock

Aug. 28, 2026, 12:03 p.m. ET A former Covington Police Department officer has been arrested after investigators accused him of accessing a police license plate reader system for a non-law enforcement purpose. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced …

Booze bankruptcy: Atlanta-based alcohol distributor lays off hundreds

Business A pandemic bubble and shift in consumer tastes away from alcohol contributed to the Republic National Distributing’s financial troubles. Republic’s roots stretch back to 1898 in Pensacola, Florida. The company ended operations after the …

First Chinese PD-1 Inhibitor Hetronifly® (serplulimab) Recommended by NICE for NHS Lung Cancer Care

UK's NICE recommends China's serplulimab (trade name in Europe: Hetronifly) for routine use within the National Health Service (NHS) in England and Wales SHANGHAI, CHINA, August 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A pioneering immune …

Bennett Capital Partners Mortgage Brokers Earns 2026 Best of Florida Award

Miami mortgage broker receives Guide to Florida's highest award tier in the Mortgage Companies category for a second consecutive year. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bennett Capital Partners Mortgage Brokers, an …

ARS Towing Launches Advanced Flatbed and Machinery Hauling in Greater Philly

ARS Towing expands specialized flatbed fleet for damage-free electric vehicle recovery and commercial machinery transport across Bucks, Montco, and Philadelphia SOUTHAMPTON, PA, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ARS Towing, a premier …

Sterling Staffing Solutions Named No. 4,300 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Company Recognized for 49% Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sterling Staffing Solutions today announced it has …

White Orchid Hospice Named No. 1,407 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Company Recognized for 251% Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- White Orchid Hospice today announced it has been …

PLI Firm Marks Seven Years of Growth in U.S. Insurance Distribution

PLI Firm marks seven years of growth, expanding from a Miami insurance agency into a multi-state distribution organization serving U.S. markets. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PLI Firm, formerly Leon Partners …

Vincent Defauwes Launches PRESS MAGNATE 360™: Integrated Digital Marketing & PPC Agency for High-Growth Firms

Press Magnate combines public relations, Google Ads, paid media, web development and reputation strategy into one integrated customer-acquisition platform. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Press Magnate Founder and …

Prosci Announces Infinite Change Executive Summit to Help Leaders Navigate AI and Continuous Transformation

Bringing together senior leaders to explore AI integration, change capability & the strategies required to turn transformation investment into business result DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prosci, a global …

Solasta Counselling Highlights Comprehensive Adult Autism Assessment

Calgary psychology practice explains why autism may be identified later in life and why comprehensive adult assessment matters. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Solasta Counselling, a Calgary psychology practice …

LiveInCare USA Analysis Finds Companionship in 25% of Recent Live-In Care Requests

A review of 20 recent family listings across 20 U.S. states shows companionship appearing alongside practical support and independence at home. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LiveInCare USA, an online care …

Lexicon Bank Expands Executive Leadership Team to Support Continued Growth

HENDERSON, NV, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As one of Southern Nevada's fastest-growing community banks, Lexicon Bank today announced strategic enhancements to its executive leadership team designed to support the bank's …

How Royal Signs & Awnings Grew From a One-Person Operation Into a Major Sign Company

Royal Signs & Awnings grew from a one-person startup into a 50+ employee company generating $6.8M+ in annual sales through craftsmanship and service. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Royal Signs & Awnings …

Collective 54 Founders Are Rebuilding Their Firms for Era 3

The Era Framework tells a founder which of three eras their firm operates in today. Collective 54 supplies the methodology and capacity to reach the next one. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Collective 54, the …

Cognota Appoints Beth Gantz as Chief Revenue Officer and James Spere as Chief Product Technology Officer

Tech veterans join Cognota to lead go-to-market strategy and revenue growth and product development for the LearnOps category leader. TORONTO, CANADA, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cognota, the market leader in Learning Operations ( …

Vitalpoints Founder Mike Glasman Featured on Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast

Mike Glasman, founder of Los Angeles managed IT provider Vitalpoints, joins host Marvin 'Uncle Marv' Bee on episode 1071, 'Don't Be the Single Point of Failure LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Dr. Victor Ferrari Brings Motiva Preservé Breast Augmentation to Charlotte

Premier Plastic Surgery Center Adds a Tissue-Preserving Approach With Smaller Incisions, Less Pain, and a Faster Recovery for Suitable Patients MATTHEWS, NC, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Premier Plastic Surgery Center announced …

International Beauty Institute’s Hamilton Campus Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary

International Beauty Institute (IBI) celebrates ten years in Hamilton, Ontario, one of the school’s four campus locations in the Greater Toronto Area. HAMILTON, ONTARIO, CANADA, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Beauty …

Saku Hiewa and MGBSP Services Highlight Why Every Business Needs a Risk Strategy

The firms examine how legal, financial, and operational preparation can help businesses withstand setbacks and protect long-term growth. KANSAS CITY, KS, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Growth is often the primary focus for …

IntraTEM Promotes Alex Dukhovny to Chief Revenue Officer to Lead Next Stage of Growth

After nearly 12 years with IntraTEM, Dukhovny will lead revenue strategy and growth as the technology expense management company enters its next chapter. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Longtime IntraTEM leader, …

UltraHumanizer Launches a Completely Free AI Humanizer With Built-In Text Refinement Features

UltraHumanizer launches a completely free AI humanizer with text refinement, tone options, and secondary editing for more natural, polished writing. HONG KONG, HONG KONG, HONG KONG, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UltraHumanizer has …