Georgia MSA News
Local employers, investment announcements and market developments in Georgia.
Valmont Invests $45 Million in Jasper Expansion
The Marion County manufacturer plans 84 additional jobs to expand production of steel structures for utility infrastructure.
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Blue Bird Plans $300 Million Fort Valley Manufacturing Expansion
The school bus maker plans a 1 million-square-foot facility and 375 jobs over three years. Construction is expected to start in Q1 2027.
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Chattanooga Prepares Groundbreaking for Federal Courthouse
The approximately $282 million project will consolidate federal judicial functions in a new downtown facility.
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Chattanooga Grants More Time for The Bend Project
The developer received an extension to address a potential default affecting the proposed riverfront development.
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Nashville Selected for Bloomberg Housing Initiative
Nashville and Chattanooga are among the cities receiving funding and expertise intended to address housing shortages. Subscription may be required.
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Macon Costco Proposal Includes Up to $30M Financing
The proposed Wesleyan Drive and New Forsyth Road project includes infrastructure financing under review by local officials.
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Chattanooga Joins Bloomberg Housing Initiative
The city will receive funding and technical expertise aimed at speeding approvals and expanding housing production.
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Volkswagen Begins New Atlas Assembly in Chattanooga
The plant is preparing the updated SUV while maintaining its role as a major regional manufacturing employer.
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Raising Cane’s Opens First Macon Location
The Riverside Drive restaurant is adding more than 110 jobs as the chain enters the Macon market.
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Atrium Navicent Opens Renovated Macon Health Center
The relocated W.T. Anderson facility represents a $7.4 million community-health investment.
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