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October 4, 2026

Nominations Open For Georgia’s 2027 Small Business ROCK STARS

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The Georgia Department of Economic Development is looking for outstanding small businesses, including those in Chattooga County and across Northwest Georgia, for statewide recognition.

September 20, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free AI Class For Small Businesses Coming To LaFayette

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Small business owners and entrepreneurs interested in learning how artificial intelligence can help their businesses will have an opportunity to attend a free class in LaFayette later this month.

The class will be held Tuesday, September 29, from 5:30 until 7 PM at the LaFayette-Walker County Public Library.

The session will be taught by Ed Bennett, an AI and automation architect, and will focus on moving beyond one-time questions to AI tools and workflows that can help businesses save time, automate routine tasks and generate new business opportunities.

The program is free and open to the public, and no registration is required.

Organizers say the class is designed for people who want a practical look at ways artificial intelligence can be used in day-to-day business operations.

For more information, call the LaFayette-Walker County Public Library at 706-638-2992.

August 30, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Webinar To Help Georgia Business Owners Evaluate Funding And Use AI

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Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is inviting business owners across the state to participate in a free webinar next month focusing on business funding and the responsible use of artificial intelligence.

August 25, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Agriculture Officials Warn Of Fake Farmers Market Vendor Scam

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The Georgia Department of Agriculture is warning farmers, vendors and small-business owners about a fraudulent event advertised on social media as being held at the Atlanta State Farmers Market.