The Georgia Department of Community Affairs has announced new Classic and Affiliate Main Street community designations for 2026. Kennesaw and Nashville achieved Classic status while seven other cities advanced to Affiliate status. Local leaders were recognized for efforts in downtown revitalization.
The Georgia Main Street Program announced that its network surpassed $1.01 billion in investments during 2025. Communities reported thousands of new jobs and businesses alongside significant volunteer support across downtown districts.
Georgia has added Euharlee Elementary School in Rockmart and First Federal Savings and Loan Association Headquarters in Savannah to the National Register of Historic Places. State officials say these additions highlight ongoing efforts to preserve diverse aspects of Georgia’s heritage.
Atlanta officials are weighing whether to buy and redevelop the former CNN Center through a public-private partnership with CP Group. The proposal includes significant financial backing and aims to revitalize downtown Atlanta after CNN’s departure.
Webstar Technology Group is negotiating an extension for a major loan tied to its Forge Atlanta project after missing an April deadline. No official default has been declared as talks continue with lender McCall Railroad LLC.
Georgia Tech has agreed to purchase more than five acres from Coca-Cola’s Midtown Atlanta campus for $31.3 million as part of ongoing expansion efforts tied to rising student numbers and research needs. The deal highlights continued development around the university amid shifting uses by major local employers.
Coweta County commissioners approved Prologis’ plan for one of Georgia’s largest-ever data center campuses after debate among officials and residents. The $17 billion project could bring major tax revenue but raises questions about infrastructure demands.
Healthpeak Properties’ affiliate has purchased two major senior living communities in Cobb County for $240 million as part of Janus Living’s launch. The move reflects growing investor interest amid rising demand for senior housing driven by demographic trends.
Westside Future Fund has secured $47 million to build a new affordable housing project in Atlanta’s English Avenue neighborhood. The North+Oliver development will offer 120 rental units aimed at low- and moderate-income families. Construction is set to begin later this year with completion expected by 2028.
Eight new sites across Georgia have been added to the National Register of Historic Places. The listings highlight significant contributions in architecture, civil rights history, industry, and community development.