Ron S. Jarmin, Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer

Census Bureau expands post-secondary employment data with Idaho and North Carolina partnerships

The U.S. Census Bureau has announced new data-sharing agreements with Brigham Young University-Idaho and the University of North Carolina System as part of its Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) experimental data product.

Alderman Kurtis Purtee, Appointed to National League of Cities Public Safety and Crime Prevention Federal Advocacy Committee

Savannah alderman joins national public safety committee for 2026

Alderman Kurtis Purtee of Savannah has been appointed to the National League of Cities (NLC) 2026 Public Safety and Crime Prevention (PSCP) Federal Advocacy Committee.

José F. Ortiz Vázquez CEO at Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority (PREPA)

Department of Energy renews emergency orders for Puerto Rico electric grid ahead of hurricane season

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has renewed two emergency orders to help strengthen Puerto Rico’s electric grid ahead of the 2026 hurricane season and expected increases in energy demand.

Amir Korangy, Founder and Publisher

Kaiser Permanente acquires Summerhill land with plans for new healthcare facility

Kaiser Permanente has acquired approximately seven acres of land in Atlanta’s Summerhill neighborhood for $31.5 million, according to an announcement first reported by the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

Chris Wright, Secretary, U.S. Department of Energy

Energy Department extends emergency order for New England ahead of second winter storm

The U.S. Department of Energy has extended an emergency order to help prevent blackouts in New England as another winter storm approaches.

Walker Dalton, Executive Director

Savannah adjusts recreation schedules due to winter weather forecast

The City of Savannah’s Recreation and Leisure Services Department has made changes to its schedule for Saturday, Jan. 31, in response to expected winter weather conditions.

Christopher Nunn, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs

Kimberly Carter named deputy commissioner for community development at Georgia Department of Community Affairs

Kimberly Carter has been appointed as the new Deputy Commissioner for Community Development and Finance at the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), effective February 2, 2026.

Brian Bryant International President at International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers

IAM highlights legacy supporting African American workers during Black History Month

As Black History Month 2026 begins, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) is highlighting its historical role in supporting African American workers and promoting diversity within the labor movement.

Chris Wright, Secretary of Energy

Energy Department restructures over $83 billion in prior administration energy loans

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that its Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF), formerly known as the Loan Programs Office, is revising, restructuring, or eliminating more than $83 billion in loans and conditional commitments…

Greg Catoe, Vice President, Design and Construction

Midtown Atlanta office tower secures $245M refinancing amid changing market

One of Atlanta’s notable office towers, 1105 West Peachtree in Midtown, has secured a $245 million refinancing package.

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