Tuesday, June 30, 2020

Minor league season canceled: Atlanta Braves' affiliates won't see field until 2021

MLB has decided not to send players to minor league clubs in the wake of the pandemic.

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Netflix renews metro Atlanta-filmed series 'Ozark' for 4th & last season

The Netflix Original crime drama will get an expanded 14-episode final season. It's filmed around Lake Allatoona in Cherokee County.

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Across Atlanta, unprecedented demand for Covid tests strains capacity

The scene at Peachtree Immediate Care, an Emory Healthcare-affiliated clinic, offered a lens into demand for rapid drive-through Covid test across metro Atlanta — and the struggle to handle the surge.

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Delta begins reintroducing in-flight alcohol on domestic routes

Delta is reviving in-flight beverage service after listening to customer feedback and consulting with health professionals.

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Dick's Sporting Goods to hire 100 employees for new Atlanta store

Retail chain expects to open new store at Cumberland Mall in August.

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Here's what's in the 'guide' for reopening Georgia entertainment and sports venues, museums, retail stores

Convert to cashless. No big purses. More portable restrooms. These are among the recommendations in a "guide" of best practices for how to reopen the state's public assembly facilities.

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'The One Thing': Julius Hollis on how Atlanta businesses can address racial inequality

We asked Julius Hollis one thing Atlanta businesses can do to address racial inequality.

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BizSpotlight: Pond

Pond Connects Downtown LaVilla Community with New

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Automotive Minute: Redesign gives 2021 Kia Sedona a new ‘Grand Utility Vehicle’ body style

The new Sedona showcases what Kia calls "Grand Utility Vehicle" style, perhaps as a dodge around the minivan stereotype.

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Rotary Club of Atlanta names veteran civic leader its new executive director

Simpson replaces Linda Thomason Glass, who is retiring from the club after 20 years.

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'The One Thing': Anne Quatrano on how Atlanta businesses can address racial inequality

We asked Anne Quatrano the one thing Atlanta businesses can do — or even something she has done — to address racial inequality.

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Downtown Atlanta's iconic CNN Center to be sold

AT&T Inc. owns the more than 5-acre complex on Marietta Street because of its purchase of Time Warner Inc. in 2018. AT&T subsidiary WarnerMedia operates CNN.

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'The One Thing': Jeffrey Parker on how Atlanta businesses can address racial inequality

We asked Jeffrey Parker the one thing Atlanta businesses can do — or even something that has been done within MARTA — to address racial inequality.

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Monday, June 29, 2020

SK Innovation to expand Georgia electric vehicle battery plant

The company broke ground on the first phase of its Georgia manufacturing plant in Jackson County in March 2019.

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'The One Thing': Audrey Frey on how Atlanta businesses can address racial inequality

We asked Audrey Frey the one thing Atlanta businesses can do — or even something that has been done within her own organization — to address racial inequality.

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#WFH Chronicles: Guilt is in the house

It's been three months since this #WFH adventure started. Are you feeling guilty? I am.

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Hawks to transform State Farm Arena into 'Georgia’s largest-ever voting precinct'

Venue will be used for 2020 general election and primary runoff elections.

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OneTrust buys Seattle startup for its AI technology

The AI technology is to be used to enhance OneTrust’s DataDiscovery product.

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MARTA receives $299 million in CARES Act funds

The money is a portion of $25 billion in CARES Act grant funds going to public transit systems.

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105-unit apartment project proposed in Smyrna

The proposed development will consist of 105 multi-family units spread across two, four-story buildings.

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Former Cox Automotive exec takes C-Suite role for Equifax's largest business unit

Equifax's latest major hire previously spent about a year in a newly created role at Cox Automotive.

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Exit Interview: Outgoing APS superintendent on her future, the impossibility of achieving 'closure'

“I had to go in with a massively open heart accepting that it was likely to be broken. But it was worth it. I think instead I ended up stronger, with more love for Atlanta and certainly proud of what we were able to do. I felt like I was really the right person [for the job].”

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Automotive Minute: 2021 Volkswagen Arteon gets a high-class makeover

Volkswagen's flagship car has gotten a refresh, and it's more than just your typical facelift.

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Planned Buckhead tower lands $94 million construction loan

A developer that just purchased a site for a new 21-story Buckhead apartment tower landed construction financing for the project.

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1,200-acre residential project proposed near Ellijay in Gilmer County

The project, called High River, would be completed by 2023.

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'The One Thing': Joe Evans on how Atlanta businesses can address racial inequality

We have asked leaders the one thing that Atlanta businesses can do — or even something that has been done within their own organizations — to address racial inequality. Here is what Joe Evans said.

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Atlanta native Cam Newton signs deal with New England Patriots

Former Westlake standout has found a new home in the NFL.

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COVID-19: Atlanta college football game to be played at 50% capacity

Fans will be required to wear masks at the HBCU opener in Atlanta.

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Airline tests UV light system to kill Covid-19 inside jets

An Alaska Airlines executive revealed details of the tests, which involve hospital-like disinfection measures.

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Sunday, June 28, 2020

Growing up as a Black male in Atlanta has challenges. Here's what it's like.

Being a Black male in America comes with a multitude of challenges, many of which start early. Here's what it looks like from three generations of Atlanta men.

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Friday, June 26, 2020

Automotive Minute: Ford reveals 14th-generation F-150

Ford is targeting the most towing, payload, torque and horsepower of any light-duty full-size pickup.

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SBA faces 'parade' of lawsuits over handling of PPP

The SBA's PPP rollout has been rocky. Now the agency is facing dozens of lawsuits.

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Kyma reopening with new sister concept in Buckhead

Ouzo Bar & Dining Room replaces the Octopus Lounge.

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Atlanta Eagle nightclub reopens to Covid-19 restrictions

After being forced to close for more than two months due to the coronavirus pandemic, one of the city's oldest gay bars tries to make a comeback.

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Morehouse cancels football season due to COVID-19

Morehouse president says the decision was difficult but was made with health and well-being in mind.

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Peachtree Corners seafood restaurant permanently closing

Noble Fin's last night of service is this weekend.

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Todd Richards: 'To-go will be the model for a great time' post-Covid 19

Todd Richards, culinary director of Jackmont Hospitality, spoke with Atlanta Business Chronicle.

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Cook's Warehouse closing store due to pandemic

'Economic pressures require difficult decisions.'

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'The one thing' Atlanta businesses can do to address inequality

We have asked leaders the one thing that Atlanta businesses can do — or even something that has been done within their own organizations— to address racial inequality.

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Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta names new CEO

The change in leadership comes at a crucial time for the $1.2 billion community foundation.

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‘It’s Complicated’ podcast: managing the ‘pandemic and the pandemonium’

“When you couple the pandemic and the pandemonium that has occurred, it multiplies the impact on Black-owned businesses across the board."

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Amid current unrest, Atlanta Black tech founders see obstacles and opportunity

"Relationships matter, and in many cases diverse-led companies are locked out of those relationships that could open doors to the people who can write large checks.”

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Grove Park follows unique path to renewal, but will it work?

To advocates for its revitalization, Grove Park raises important questions about the city’s core values and its attention to systemic economic disparities.

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The Atlanta Way is an ideal never fully realized

"Economic justice has always been one of the key factors as to why people are poor." - Mary Hooks, Black Lives Matter

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Without support for the surrounding communities, Atlanta’s worst schools may never catch up

Equitable public education is not only the fair and just thing for society, it's also crucial to any city's development. Progress in Atlanta, however, has been painfully slow.

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I fell in love with Atlanta's Civil Rights history. Then, Rayshard Brooks was killed.

The Chronicle's Byron E. Small details what the current social unrest in Atlanta means to him.

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'The One Thing': John Ahmann on how Atlanta businesses can address racial inequality

"Home on the Westside also means placed-based equity that delivers economic mobility at a neighborhood level via access to great schools/great parks/access to health care/jobs/etc., the same as in other Atlanta City neighborhoods."

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'The One Thing': George Azih on how Atlanta businesses can address racial inequality

"For me, and truly for everyone, one thing that we can do to effect change is to persist.

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Atlanta's Black restauranteurs seek more representation

At the glittering mixed-use projects within Atlanta’s city limits, Black representation among business owners is lacking.

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Economic disparities in the 'Black Mecca'

The disparity in incomes has widened as Atlanta's demographics have changed over the past few years.

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Four generations of Black voices speak on Atlanta's path forward

Black leaders and business owners in Atlanta voice their fears and solutions to fix a broken society.

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A Walk Together: Listening to voices that went unheard far too long

“A Walk Together” means people of all ages and races, walking together, whether in deep conversation or in unison of peaceful protest, to achieve a desired outcome. We hope the words in this edition will help some people gain a greater sense of optimism and purpose for the entire community.

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Thursday, June 25, 2020

#WFH Chronicles: Will we stay or will we go (back to the office)?

Working from home is great for some, less so for others. But all of us have discovered we can do it and do it well. Will the option to choose be the mark of the post-Covid company?

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Atlanta's 10 Largest Property and Casualty Insurance Brokers and Agents

Rank Business name 2019 premium dollar volume in Atlanta 2019 premium dollar volume companywide Number of licensed P&C brokers & agents in Atlanta Percent commercial / Percent life, disability and employee benefits Other products or industry specializations 1 Brown & Brown Insurance, 900 North Point Pkwy., #300, Alpharetta, GA 30005, 770-512-5000, bbinsurance.com 1915717044 19137899259 300 65 25 risk management for clients and carrier partners focused in commercial, employee benefits and personal...

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Piedmont Healthcare to pay $16 million to resolve federal allegations

The settlement also resolves allegations that Piedmont paid a commercially unreasonable and above fair market value to acquire Atlanta Cardiology Group in 2007

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Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau CEO: 'Our convention calendar for the year has been gutted'

The good news is, the city's 2021 calendar is "pretty strong."

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Atlanta's latest hospitality numbers are 'bleak.' Here's how the city hopes to win back tourists.

“The next six months are going to be very tough for our industry," said Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau president and CEO William Pate.

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Georgia World Congress Center First Convention Center in U.S. to Achieve GBAC STAR™ Facility Accreditation

Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) announced it is the first convention center in the U.S. to achieve GBAC STAR™ facility accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a Division of ISSA, the leading trade association...

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Atlanta to host pro tennis tournament with fans next weekend. Here's how.

Former UGA star John Isner headlines the field for the July 4th weekend event.

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Economy's next big problem: Managing bad loans

For the most part, the U.S. economy has been in emergency mode for the past three months – with the government printing money to keep the wheels turning. The big question – how long can lenders remain patient?

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Pinewood Atlanta to spend 'millions of dollars' on post pandemic prep

"We started working quickly to find these solutions recognizing we might be spending a lot of money we didn't plan on spending, but it would be an investment in the future of the company for the good."

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Q-and-A: Portrait Coffee opening in West End to change the narrative around specialty coffee

The owners hope to open their shop this fall at the historic Lottie Watkins building.

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WellStar Kennestone to open new $126M emergency room next month

The new facility was needed because Kennestone's emergency department is one of the busiest in the nation. It will be able to treat up to 220,000 patients a year at full capacity.

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Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Tech company to bring 465 jobs to Atlanta

Millitech System is a Georgia State Minority Certified business and has an existing office in Alpharetta.

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World of Coca-Cola set to reopen — with changes

One of Atlanta's top tourist attractions has added some new guidelines as part of a planned reopening date.

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Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta star indicted over PPP loan fraud and Ponzi scheme

The reality TV star allegedly used funds from a PPP loan to buy expensive jewelry, lease a luxury car and pay down personal debts.

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Bleacher Report CEO out following diversity complaints

Turner Sports president will take over duties of former B/R CEO.

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The Movie Biz: For those curious about Joel Schumacher, watch these classics

Joel Schumacher stayed pretty far under the radar. Film critic Eleanor Ringel-Cater suggests a few of his films worth checking out.

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Monday Night Brewing has new opening schedule for first taproom outside Atlanta

Monday Night Brewing has a new opening month planned for its first taproom outside Georgia.

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Company plans to grow 11M heads of lettuce a year within 5 miles of Atlanta airport

A Florida hydroponics company will build a vertical farm in a nearly 77,000-square-foot space southeast of Atlanta.

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Savannah set to annex more than 1,000 acres that could benefit Georgia Ports Authority

The 1,000 acres mostly undeveloped land located off Veterans Parkway.

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Breaking barriers: APS football teams to make 'history' in Forsyth County

Organizers hope a pair of high school football games this fall will be an example of the Forsyth County's commitment toward embracing people of color and being a welcoming place for all.

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The Power 100: Here are the most influential Atlantans of 2020

As metro Atlanta and the state of Georgia recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, experience social unrest over the killings of African-Americans, and prepare for bitterly fought political elections this coming November, leadership has never been more important.

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Buckhead Coalition names new president

As Sam Massell steps down after more than 30 years at the organization, the Coalition has chosen a new president.

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New solar facility underway to power Facebook data center

The Odom Solar Farm near Moultrie in Colquitt County will produce 20 megawatts of energy.

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Exec at Atlanta's Yancey Bros. claims he got bulldozed by Caterpillar

Federal lawsuit claims heavy equipment giant Caterpillar misappropriated a valuable new technology.

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Serenbe Playhouse suspends operations in wake of discrimination, work conditions allegations

The outdoor theater in Chattahoochee Hills is part of the Serenbe Institute for Art, Culture and the Environment.

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Baseball is back: Atlanta Braves set to report to camp next week

MLB owners and players have reached an agreement to start the 2020 season.

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

Atlanta Inno names its 50 on Fire for 2020

For the second year in a row, Atlanta Inno, a sister company of Atlanta Business Chronicle, is announcing the 50 people and companies that are crushing it in Atlanta

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Interim DeKalb Chamber CEO takes new executive role in Birmingham

Coleman previously had roles with Southern Company and subsidiary Georgia Power.

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New hotel brand coming to downtown Atlanta

The location is one of four new hotels in Georgia that are in the pipeline for Cambria Hotels by Choice Hotels.

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Survey: Georgia workers want to feel safe, appreciated as pandemic persists

75% of workers want to feel appreciated and have a sense of purpose in the work they do.

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Good news for PPP borrowers: Additional money may be on the way – but at what cost?

On June 18, just hours after the heads of two federal agencies voiced that the government may have to pump in more money to help small businesses, three Democratic senators introduced the bill called the Prioritized Paycheck Protection Program (P4). Is that a good thing?

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Perspecta to open regional headquarters at Georgia Cyber Center

Perspecta will provide cyberspace operations support to the U.S. Army Cyber Command.

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Equifax leads $14.6M funding round for Atlanta utility account aggregator

The funding will be used to support the growth and adoption of the the company's platform for consumer and commercial use and the launch of new products.

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Atlanta's Transwestern Development plans 33-acre Bartow County industrial project

Transwestern joins developers Panattoni and IDI Logistics which are also planning and developing industrial projects in Bartow County.

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Delta CEO says airline won't forcibly remove passengers without masks

Ed Bastian would like the support of a federal mandate on masks.

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New home in Tuxedo Park, walkable to Chastain, sells for more than $6M

The buyers were from the same neighborhood and wanted to remain near Chastain Park.

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Monday, June 22, 2020

#WFH Chronicles: Masked woman, unmasked anger

We're all desperate to get to whatever business-as-usual looks like from now on. We won't, though, until everyone takes where we are right now seriously.

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Decatur to consider mandatory inclusionary housing policy

Given rising land and property prices and construction costs, the inclusionary zoning ordinance would include incentives for developers to mitigate the financial impact of the requirement.

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NCR CFO Andre Fernandez leaving after two years, Timothy Oliver named new CFO

Fernandez’s resignation did not result from any disagreement with the company, NCR said.

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Covid compliance officers. No buffets. Here's how one Georgia TV and film studio will soon look

The major motion picture, TV, and streaming companies plan to invest $2 billion in Georgia during the next 18 months.

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East Point faces gentrification test with proposed condo development

A new condominium development proposed to be built near the East Point MARTA station is “unprecedented” for the city and could be a catalyst for similar developments in the area.

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Southern Co., Georgia Power shuffles executives as part of organizational 'realignments'

The Southern Company made a series of executive leadership moves and organizational realignments.

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Delta sets date to resume China-bound flights

The carrier's first passenger flights to China since February.

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Chick-fil-A to quadruple donations to Black nonprofits, CEO calls on empathy after vandalism

“We’ve got a real bad situation. We don't need to let this moment miss us. It has to hurt us. It has to hurt us. And we as Caucasians, until we’re willing to just pick up the baton and fight for our black, African American brothers and sisters..."

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Jim Ellis plans expanded, 'state of the art' Cadillac dealership in Chamblee

Jim Ellis Automotive is also proposing to fund and construct a Welcome to Chamblee monument sign at the intersection of Peachtree Boulevard and North Shallowford Road.

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Zinburger chain permanently shutters Atlanta locations

Financial fallout due to the novel coronavirus pandemic is to blame.

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Saturday, June 20, 2020

SBA, Treasury backtrack, pledge to release some PPP loan data

The move comes after a legal challenge by a group of news organizations. But there's a lot of information still missing from the planned disclosure.

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Friday, June 19, 2020

Pent-up demand hits Atlanta housing market: Georgia MLS says record number of listed homes under contract

The number of listings under contracts in Atlanta in the second week of June was the highest since GMLS began recording the data in 1997.

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Former City of Atlanta watershed commissioner indicted on bribery charge

At least 10 former city employees or contractors have been charged in the City Hall corruption investigation dating back to January 2017.

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Georgia Senate committee votes to legalize sports betting

"This bill will provide badly needed dollars when we need them the most," Jen Jordan, Georgia State Senator, said.

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Buy now, say some Atlanta mortgage lenders

“Mortgage lenders are doing pretty well. Even when someone has lost a job and therefore lost out on being able to purchase the home, there’s usually someone else in line to jump on that home when the home becomes available.”

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Georgia wood pellet plant bought for $175 million

The plant was bought by Enviva, which describes itself as the world's largest supplier of utility-grade wood pellets to major power generators.

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Susanna Baxter to serve as second woman president of LaGrange College

The 26th president of LaGrange College, Susanna Baxter, is also the second woman. The first, Daisy Davies, served from 1915 to 1920, ironically also during a pandemic (that one, the flu).

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Viewpoint: Realtors optimistic about housing market

As Atlanta re-awakens on the heels of a Covid-19 lockdown, real estate is poised to be a leading force in the economic recovery of our city, writes Jennifer Pino, current president of Atlanta Realtors Association.

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Despite pandemic, intown Atlanta housing market stays hot

Opportunistic buyers, who thought the pandemic might produce bargains, have been disappointed.

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Atlanta home buying and selling goes virtual, and succeeds

In-person tours still are happening, but have become a more careful experience.

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Viewpoint: State’s tourism is down due to pandemic, but not out

Our tourism industry constantly redefines what it means to be Southern by sharing the places, culture, stories and people that make Georgia so unique, and this has earned our state a strong reputation as a top travel destination.

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Tech holds steady, entertainment making a comeback, Defining Atlanta panel says

Like the rest of the world, much of the Atlanta business community shut down in March due to the Covid-19 pandemic. One of its legacies: exposing the discrepancies between minority groups, both in health care and within the economy.

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Melinda Sylvester's black chamber builds bridges among business

Melinda Sylvester said she has found her calling: building figurative bridges between people and groups, especially within business.

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CDC Foundation, Morehouse health institute partner on Covid-19 inequities

The Satcher Health Leadership Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine, named for 16th U.S. Surgeon General Dr. David Satcher, works toward health equity in policy, leadership development and research.

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Viewpoint: Atlanta can and must correct longstanding housing deficiencies

Atlanta housing expert Bruce Gunter asks, "If we should 'not waste a crisis,' then truly, what are we to do beyond the slogans and sermons?"

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Real Estate Notebook: American Cancer Society reevaluates needs; Moody takes over as trade association president

Doug Sams recaps top stories from Atlanta's development and real estate beat.

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Atlanta's 25 Largest Residential Remodeling Contractors

Rank Company 2019 residential remodeling revenues in Atlanta Percent of revenue from full-service Number of full-time Atlanta employees Price range of job sizes accepted Partial listing of specialty services Chief Atlanta officer(s) 1 Macallan Custom Homes & Renovations, 1642 Powers Ferry Rd. S.E., #250, Marietta, GA 30067, 404-603-8833, macallanhomes.com 10894306 90 18 250000 - 6000000 full-service renovation, custom homes, additions, historic preservation/restoration, outdoor living, construction...

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Sports Biz: Atlanta Dream prepared for 'unique opportunity,' Hawks coach speaks at NAACP rally

Here's a recap of the top sports business news.

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Restaurants & Hospitality: Famous hot dog chain plots major expansion in coming months

Chris Fuhrmeister reports on the expansion of a hot dog chain owned by a "Real Housewives of Atlanta" fiancé and a new coffee shop that launched thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign.

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‘It’s Complicated’ podcast: What it’s going to take to attract post-Covid customers

"I think one could expect to see shoppers make deliberate retail decisions based on how safe they feel."

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Prominent Atlanta tech attorney to lead Woodruff Arts Center fundraising

Woodruff Arts Center CEO Doug Shipman described John Yates as a “powerhouse in fundraising who is ideal to help us strategize, pursue our goals and rebuild."

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Thursday, June 18, 2020

Several Atlanta businesses give employees paid time off for Juneteenth

The decisions to do so follows weeks of Black Lives Matter protests against police violence in Atlanta and across the country.

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A second PPP loan for struggling small businesses? New bill would offer additional funding

This is part of the newest legislative attempt to alter the SBA's Paycheck Protection Program.

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Georgia Bankers Association elects new officers and board members

The GBA installed a new chairman and added ten members to the board of directors.

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How Delta fought the spread of Covid-19 among its workforce

Delta put into place a "layered mitigation strategy" to deal with the outbreak.

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Clark Atlanta alum tabbed to lead NASCAR's diversity push: 'It's a journey, not a destination'

Newly-appointed executive with Atlanta ties talks promotion, long-term goals and NASCAR's decision to ban confederate flag.

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Atlanta among 10 U.S. cities chosen for new $10M Rockefeller Foundation program

The Rockefeller Foundation Opportunity Collective aims to catalyze public and private sector investment in the 10 cities to promote more inclusive growth.

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Lack of transparency would thwart small business recovery

A detailed report in April on the status of businesses across industries paints an ominous picture. Unless we confront the problem with full transparency, millions of small businesses could close their doors forever.

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New SBA PPP rules allow for bigger salaries. But there's a catch.

New guidance makes it clear how much forgiveness owners can expect.

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Wells Fargo CEO talks candidly about race as he sets new diversity goals

"We have not been effective in creating enough diversity or a consistently inclusive environment," Wells Fargo's CEO said.

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Atlanta Falcons closing offices to observe Juneteenth

Falcons join other NFL teams by making June 19th a paid holiday for employees.

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Amazon buys rights to documentary centered on voting rights, Stacey Abrams

A documentary primarily focused on voting rights and former Georgia politician Stacey Abrams is heading to one of world's most prominent streaming services.

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Three Black-owned businesses in Atlanta navigate both Covid-19 and recent vandalism

“You’re only equipped for so much. You survive Covid only to not survive a riot."

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Atlanta-based Edible expands operations executive team

Edible's executive team has shifted significantly over the last 12 months.

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New Orleans daiquiris inbound for Battery Atlanta development

A new spot for frozen drinks, with or without baseball.

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Southern Company Gas aims at climate change with new departments & leaders

The company is focusing more closely on how it addresses climate issues, an executive said.

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The Movie Biz: Not all dads are created equal on the big screen

There are Bad Dads. And Weak Dads. And Dads who finally learn how to be a Dad. Also, there are these 12 Certifiably Good Dads At The Movies.

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Automotive Minute: Next-gen 2021 Lexus IS doesn’t look much different, but it’s promised to be sportier (Photos)

The new Lexus IS is a lot like the old Lexus IS in the looks department. The bulk of the upgrades are in its drive dynamics.

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Kia Motors reports May sales down more than 20% YOY

The Sorento SUV, assembled at the automaker's only U.S. plant in west Georgia, was among the top-selling models. Overall sales were down just over 13% year-to-date.

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Netflix to fund scholarships at Morehouse, Spelman Colleges

"At the end of 10 years we will have educated 200 students who will graduate debt free."

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SBA's PPP loan window is closing fast. Here's what you need to know.

The program has seen a resurgence in interest in recent days.

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Atlanta-based Americold plans nearly $42M expansion in New Zealand

Americold Realty Trust focuses on acquisition, development, ownership and operation of temperature-controlled warehouses.

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Businessman pleads guilty to taking kick-backs for construction at Georgia army bases

Federal investigators say they unraveled a complicated kick-back scheme for construction projects at Fort Benning and Fort Gordon in Georgia.

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What SCOTUS ruling on LGBT workplace equality means for employers

For employers across the country, the ruling puts in place a uniform policy that prohibits discriminating against a person for being gay or transgender.

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Tuesday, June 16, 2020

College Football Hall of Fame sets reopening date

The Atlanta tourist attraction to reopen with new HBCU exhibit.

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Atlanta-based Chime Solutions to add 250 jobs in Charlotte as part of city's incentives program

The Atlanta-based company will hire 250 life and health insurance agents after opening a call center in Charlotte last fall.

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Atlanta income-building startup raises $15M

An Atlanta-based starutp that assists workers in the gig economy has raised $15 million in Series B financing.

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Atlanta's historic Rock Springs Presbyterian Church set to be sold to private school

The cross-shaped church was built in 1923 in the distinctive Tudor architectural style.

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Delta adding nearly 1,000 flights in July with focus on summer, business destinations

The resumption of commercial flights to China is among the plans.

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Atlanta Police Foundation to 'listen and learn' with NAACP, BLM leaders: 'Everybody supports good policing'

"No one should be shy about supporting police right now."

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SBA reopens its economic injury disaster loan program

The agency closed the loan program to most small businesses in May.

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PPP vs. TARP: Which program offers the biggest ROI for taxpayers?

Two of the largest government-led investment programs for businesses were enacted in the past 12 years. One is already in the books. But what will be the ROI for the other?

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Automotive Minute: Redesigned 2021 Nissan Rogue delivers more of what buyers expect, with key tech upgrades (Photos)

Nissan has given its SUV a beefy exterior that plumps up the traditional SUV proportions at the front while maintaining a more traditional profile.

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Change in rule on criminal history expands PPP eligibility

The revision came days after a lawsuit was filed challenging the rule.

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448-unit apartment project proposed by MARTA's Kensington Station

Miami-based AHS Residential is a fast-growing apartment developer that recently expanded into Atlanta.

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Defining Atlanta: Seeking growth, confronting challenges, in the Covid economy

In Atlanta, Covid-19 has taken a heavy economic toll on the region, though some signs of hope are emerging.

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'Real Housewives of Atlanta'-famous hot dog chain plots major expansion in coming months

Atlanta will get five new locations.

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Monday, June 15, 2020

Atlanta Dream to play shortened season, players to receive full pay

Dream prepares for 'unique opportunity' as league finalizes agreement to play 2020 season at IMG Academy in Florida.

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#WFH Chronicles: So. Dang. Tired.

Working from home would seem like an easier, more efficient way to get our work done. Why then are we all exhausted?

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BizSpotlight: Compass

Site work has commenced on Brookhaven Commons, a n

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Law firm signs major lease at Bank of America Plaza, continues area’s momentum

The area around the Bank of America Plaza tower is seeing a wave of new projects in planning or development.

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Atlanta Hawks coach delivers speech at ‘The March on Georgia’

The Hawks joined the Georgia NAACP for a peaceful protest downtown.

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Pinewood Forest lands Italian cafe with live music, 'vintage gaming'

The restaurant is expected to open later this year.

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New 298 apartment project would address Gwinnett County’s need for diversified housing, says developer

“The [county’s] 2040 Plan provides that there are ‘fundamental questions’ as to ‘how and where [Gwinnett] will house its future residents,’” according to the application.

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Resurgens Orthopaedics picks its first CEO

Resurgens Orthopaedics hired a CEO after the practice's co-presidents decided to step down from their posts.

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Metro Atlanta housing sales tumble nearly 37% in May

Sales numbers decrease again due to Covid-19 pandemic.

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Erika Shields steps down as Atlanta police chief

Shields became the APD's second female police chief when she replaced retiring chief George Turner on Dec. 1, 2016.

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Comcast expands Georgia network with $9M investment

Comcast says it will add internet service options in four rural communities located about 50 miles west of Atlanta.

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Here are the highest-paid CFOs in Georgia in 2019

Each of these 25 CFOs made at least $2.3 million.

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Automotive Minute: New engine, fresh fascia mark debut of 2021 Subaru Crosstrek (Photos)

Prior to the onset of the coronavirus, the Crosstrek was setting sales records with buyers opting for the subcompact SUV that's big on cargo space and comes standard with all-wheel drive.

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‘Bolton Town Center’ mixed-use project could be coming to Upper Westside

The proposed project is one piece of a $600 million investment in new development in the area.

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Sunday, June 14, 2020

SBA, in PPP lawsuit response, says detailed information 'exempt from disclosure'

The SBA made the argument in response to a lawsuit filed by 11 news organizations, including Atlanta Business Chronicle parent company American City Business Journals.

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Friday, June 12, 2020

Developer investing $32M to build two Marriott hotels in Newton County

The new hotels are expected to create 150 new jobs, according to the county.

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Small businesses could be caught in PPP loan forgiveness process into 2022 — and beyond

Is the SBA ready to tackle a lengthy appeals process?

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Gov. Kemp’s says restaurants can operate at full capacity; conventions set to resume

More Covid-19 restrictions are lifted as the governor continues to reopen businesses to revive the state's economy.

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See the winners of the 2020 Build Georgia Awards

Each year, the Associated General Contractors of Georgia features its Build Georgia Awards, a competition open to its members to recognize excellence in the construction industry.

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Executive Profile: Former NFL player, Atlanta native finds fulfillment through home building

After playing nearly 10 years in the NFL, Daniel Wilcox struggled to get his broadcasting career off the ground and channeled his energy toward starting a home renovation business.

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More than ever in U.S. history, staying employed has become a daily grind

Here's how hard unemployment hit, who was most affected, and where they might look for the next opportunity.

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Atlanta Inno: Collab Capital invests in black founder’s beauty startup Hairbrella

The funding comes as Collab Capital announces plans to raise a $50 million fund dedicated to supporting black founders.

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Sports Biz: Atlanta United to resume season; SEC Media Days going virtual

Here's the top sports business news in Atlanta.

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‘It’s Complicated’ podcast: Rebuilding the workforce

"We’re able to recruit, hire onboard and deploy people digitally now."

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Restaurants & Hospitality: Roswell craft beer bar permanently closing; Decatur brewery supports Russell Center

Covid-19 is spelling last call for a popular craft beer bar in Roswell, while an Atlanta brewery aims to contribute to the fight against racial injustice with its latest beer.

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Doug Hertz to be honored with 2020 Four Pillar Tribute

The list of organizations Hertz has helped include Camp Twin Lakes, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the Atlanta Committee for Progress, Tulane University, the Georgia Research Alliance, the Temple, and Woodruff Arts Center.

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Atlanta's 25 Largest Commercial Contractors

Rank Company name 2019 Georgia contract revenue recognized 2019 Atlanta contract revenue recognized 2019 companywide revenues recognized % of total revenue from construction management at risk Partial listing of areas of specialty Partial listing of chief Atlanta officer(s) 1 Holder Construction Co., 3300 Riverwood Pkwy., #1200, Atlanta, GA 30339, 770-988-3000, holderconstruction.com 4400000000 750000000 4400000000 97 offices, data centers, higher education, aviation, interiors and hospitality...

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Atlanta's 25 Largest Interior Commercial Contractors

Rank Company name 2019 Georgia interior contract revenue recognized % of revenue built by base company 2019 Atlanta interior contract revenue 2019 companywide revenue Partial listing of areas of specialty Partial listing of chief Atlanta officer(s) 1 Holder Construction Co., 3300 Riverwood Pkwy., #1200, Atlanta, GA 30339, 770-988-3000, holderconstruction.com 291000000 31 57000000 4400000000 corporate and commercial office, data centers, higher education, hospitality, aviation Thomas Holder 2 Brasfield...

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Real Estate Notebook: Stockade revitalization, Lindbergh rebranding, rents plummet

Rundown of the area's top real estate and development news.

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'A tremendous opportunity': In wake of demonstrations, Atlanta Police Foundation will double down on supporting APD

"We think the programs of the Atlanta Police Foundation and the Atlanta Police Department are well ahead of other cities," says Atlanta Police Foundation CEO Dave Wilkinson.

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Cousins, Portman projects show confidence in Atlanta economic rebound

Most new office leases are on hold and some construction timelines on new projects remain disrupted. But analysts believe Atlanta and Sunbelt cities may be positioned to rebound quicker than others.

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Want to tell your own story? Professionals say go for it

As participants in the Women Who Lead: Transformational Storytelling panel scheduled for June 9 explained, there is power in putting your story on paper.

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ExQ Founder Sucheta Kamath: 'Having experienced women to guide me has been really helpful'

Meet Sucheta Kamath, moderator of the Women Who Lead: Transformational Storytelling panel.

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Watch our 'Women who Lead' panel discussion for free

Watch the first in a series of Atlanta Business Chronicle events focused on female authors who shared how storytelling can help transform culture and reshape policy.

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Panel examines how stories transform business and lives

When people share stories with one another, they become more emotionally connected. This was a driving message of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Women Who Lead virtual event scheduled for June 9.

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Thursday, June 11, 2020

#WFH Chronicles: A de-stressing search for peace

Especially during a pandemic, stress hormones are not our friends. The key to making this work-from-home adventure a success is to find your best way to manage them.

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Taking odds: How legalized sports gambling can impact business in Georgia

Georgia lawmakers may take another look at legalizing sports wagering with significant budget cuts on the horizon.

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New PPP rules mean more loan forgiveness, but leave banks on the hook

It's unclear how many banks will let small businesses renegotiate their older PPP loans.

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American Cancer Society reevaluates office space needs — in Atlanta and beyond

The American Cancer Society helped put Atlanta on the national health-care stage when it moved its headquarters from New York City and opened here in 1989.

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Ga. Chamber CEO: Immediate action needed for a strong economic recovery

The Georgia General Assembly's 2020 legislative session will resume on June 15.

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2020 Primary: Former Democrat congressional candidate Jon Ossoff to face off vs. GOP Sen. David Perdue

There were still large blocks of uncounted votes in some U.S. House races. Nominations for one open congressional seat appeared headed for runoff decisions Aug. 11.

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New PPP law may have made it more about protecting businesses than saving jobs

Congress passed new PPP rules that borrowers embraced. But could that thwart hiring back the workers who lost their jobs?

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Delta launches 'global cleanliness division' in latest move to recover from pandemic

Air travelers are making sanitation a priority.

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Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan: Lawmakers must swiftly enact liability protections against COVID-19 lawsuits

The Georgia Legislature is set to meet June 15 to complete its business for the 2020 Legislative session including passing a state budget which takes effect July 1.

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Wells Fargo signals substantial layoffs ahead

San Francisco bank's goal after the public health crisis is to get to "as lean a state as we can responsibly operate."

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Atlanta organizations partner on $10M fund to support founders with diverse teams

Two Atlanta-based organizations known for assisting underrepresented founders have joined forces to raise the stakes for women founders.

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Savannah wants to pay tech workers to move to their city

The city of Savannah wants to boost its technology industry so much so that it is willing to pay people to move there.

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Wednesday, June 10, 2020

Starbucks will shutter hundreds of stores as it shifts focus to pickup service

Starbucks has also resumed new store openings and accelerated its plan to transition to more locations designed for grab-and-go.

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The Movie Biz: Pete Davidson on the big screen? We'll see. But the king of SNL-ers will always be a tough act to catch

SNL’s greatest contribution to the movies? No contest, writes film critic Eleanor Ringel-Cater.

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American Cancer Society to cut 1,000 jobs

The CEO of the American Cancer Society, which is based in downtown Atlanta, tells us that Covid-19 has forced the global health organization to take "significant cost-saving measures."

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Kickstarter-funded Portrait Coffee files plans to build out West End space

The shop will move into a historic building.

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SEC Media Days no longer scheduled for Atlanta, to be held virtually

The media event that kicks off #SEC college football season will be conducted virtually.

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Metro Atlanta Chamber names new incoming president

The Chamber announced Hala Moddelmog's successor, who will assume the role of president and CEO on June 15.

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More money for owner and employee pay? Experts weigh in on new PPP law

Experts say SBA guidance is crucial for key issues, including how much owners can pay themselves and their employees.

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MLS is back: Atlanta United to resume season in July

#MLS teams will head back to home markets after World Cup-style tournament in Orlando ends.

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Exclusive survey: Business leaders want Atlanta's economy to phase in gradually

More than three-quarters of business owners and executives in the Atlanta area want the economy to reopen in phases, according to Business Journal research.

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Top 15 Business Hotels in Atlanta



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Top destinations travelers want to visit after coronavirus



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2020 Georgia Primary: Ossoff leads field for Democrat nomination in U.S. Senate race against Perdue

Just over 38% of precincts were reporting as of 7 a.m. Wednesday, according to the Georgia secretary of state's website.

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Managing a business during social unrest: 10 questions answered

Atlanta Business Chronicle reached out to local experts to get their tips for how to manage a business during such times.

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Managing a business during social unrest: 6 questions answered

Atlanta Business Chronicle reached out to local experts to get their tips for how to manage a business during a time of social unrest.

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'Painful choices': Atlanta's 15th largest hotel lays off 121 employees

In a letter to the Georgia Department of Labor, the hotel general manager said that while there were encouraging signs that our economy can begin to reopen, demand for travel services will take longer to resume.

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OK Cafe owner on 'Lives That Matter' banner: 'Nobody else is standing up, so I decided I would'

Susan DeRose explains the 'Lives That Matter' banner that created a firestorm.

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Another Atlanta-area Ritz-Carlton extends layoffs & other actions affecting 440 employees

The hotel said that the severe and worsening downturn in the hospitality industry means its temporary furloughs, layoffs and reductions in hours may extend beyond six months.

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Former Disney exec takes helm of Georgia’s tourism agency

The Georgia Department of Economic Development is optimistic the state can again become a top destination as travel returns as the world emerges from the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Tuesday, June 9, 2020

With college football season uncertain, stage is set for athletic department showdowns in Georgia

Only a small class of schools, perhaps 15 in all, that have football or basketball programs that can generate enough revenue to carry the majority of an athletic department's costs.

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Apartment rents plummet in the city's most expensive neighborhoods, including Buckhead and Midtown

The sudden reversal ended 8 years of steady rent growth in the Atlanta market.

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Atlanta voters report long lines, equipment failures during Georgia’s primaries

House Speaker David Ralston has called for an investigation into the primary election irregularities that appeared concentrated in Fulton County.

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Carol Tomé takes the lead at UPS during a challenging time

In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, Tomé takes over at UPS, making her the 37th female CEO among Fortune 500 companies.

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CEO out at big Atlanta-based building products distributor

Tyrone Johnson had served as its CEO and a board member of Select Interior Concepts since November 2017.

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Congress should forgive all PPP loans under $150K — with a caveat

For the most part, the half a trillion dollars in small-business loans hit the intended target. Now what?

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UPS pledges millions to support justice and reform to advance equality

Among the institutions to receive funding are Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Spelman College and The National Center for Civil and Human Rights.

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Numerous Georgia corporate leaders urge passage of state hate crimes bill

Many of the state's top employers say now is the time for Georgia to pass a hate crimes bill. Georgia is one of only four states in the country without a hate crimes law.

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Monday, June 8, 2020

#WFH Chronicles: The only things that matter

I had planned to write about what I did on my summer vacation. Then history intervened.

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Automotive Minute: New 2020 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid delivers 100 MPGe

The 2020 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid delivers an EPA-estimated all-electric fuel economy rating of 100 MPGe combined and an EPA-estimated 37 miles of all-electric driving range.

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Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, former gubernatorial candidate Stacy Abrams join Oprah town hall

"OWN Spotlight: Where Do We Go From Here?" airs in two parts June 9 and 10 on OWN and Discovery's 18 other U.S. networks as well as streaming over two apps and via OWN social media channels.

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Lindbergh City Center rebranded as a regional mobility hub called 'Uptown'

On the eastern edge of Buckhead, the 47-acre Lindbergh City Center should be a hub for regional mobility.

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Hooters of America reopens 89% of its restaurants nationwide, rehires workers

The company said it is continuing to work to reopen additional locations.

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Invest Atlanta approves $250K predevelopment loan for large mixed-use project across from Greenbriar Mall

The Briarwood redevelopment would include affordable housing, commercial and retail spaces on 11 acres.

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State of Georgia's tax collections fell 10 percent during May

Year-to-date, the state of Georgia's tax collections are down 4 percent compared to the same period last year.

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How one of the U.S.'s richest celebrities bought a 17-acre riverfront estate in Atlanta

4110 Paces Ferry Road is one of the most exclusive and highest-priced estates in metro Atlanta, commanding soaring list and record sale prices in recent years.

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Focus Brands accounting exec takes C-Suite role with Atlanta competitor

A senior executive with Focus Brands has joined the C-Suite of another Atlanta-based franchising giant.

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New PPP law changes the importance of bonuses. Here's why.

The hard math underlying the loan and how to spend it has changed drastically.

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Georgia Aquarium is set to reopen. Here's where other major Atlanta tourist attractions stand.

Some of Atlanta's biggest attractions are nearly ready to reopen, providing the city's tourism industry a much-needed boost.

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Board promotes managing director to lead Center for Puppetry Arts, which nears reopening

The Center for Puppetry Arts is in the "final stages" before reopening to the public — and promoted a new leader to pull the strings.

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Atlanta web developer Big Nerd Ranch sold to Texas software company

Big Nerd Ranch has served the greater Atlanta community with coding and other software developing training, such as bootcamps and books.

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Delta suspends service in 11 more airports

Delta said it cut operations at 11 U.S. airports, which make up approximately 5% of its domestic operations, starting June 8.

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Atlanta Beltline planning significant improvements for Eastside Trail

The project will 'provide additional space for users and to help prevent further undermining of the trail surface.'

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Auto show shutdowns lead to employment gaps

As the world grappled with the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus, the auto industry shut down. It wasn’t just factories, suppliers, and dealerships that closed up shop.

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Construction could begin this year on boutique hotel next to Roswell’s ‘Southern Post’ redevelopment

Construction on a new boutique hotel adjacent to Historic Roswell’s “Southern Post” redevelopment could begin by the fourth quarter of this year.

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Sunday, June 7, 2020

Atlanta company Ideas United moving to revitalized former prison complex

GlenCastle, the former city stockade, stables and farm, is being turned into 70,000 square feet of office space focused on attracting creative class companies.

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Atlanta Falcons' Thomas Dimitroff, Dan Quinn join protest march

Falcons join thousands of Atlantans to remember George Floyd and raise awareness about racial injustice.

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Friday, June 5, 2020

Atlanta's 8 p.m. curfew does not apply to restaurants and patrons

But patrons should enter through parking lots and stay off streets.

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Atlanta improv group: 'Bringing up race ... doesn’t make you a racist'

The Dark Side of the Room takes a classic movie and improvises what the black actors are doing in scenes that were deleted before the final version hit the big screen.

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Roswell craft beer bar permanently closing due to coronavirus pandemic

Tap & Six's last day in business will be June 14.

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Race to Equality: Jeff Gordon talks protests, QuikTrip 500, Atlanta Motor Speedway

Former NASCAR Hall of Famer turned broadcaster reflects on George Floyd protests and upcoming race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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Gainesville egg company names new CEO

Almark Foods brands itself as "The Hard-Boiled Egg Specialists," making hard-boiled, peeled eggs for retail sale and food service use.

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JCPenney to close 154 stores, including multiple metro Atlanta mall locations

JCPenney said it will start closing 154 of its stores across the U.S. next week, including seven Georgia locations.

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Atlanta credit unions serve as lifeline for their members during pandemic

Increasingly, credit unions are helping businesses weather the economic downturn caused by the pandemic.

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Pandemic may leave lasting imprints on Atlanta's commercial real estate world

The demise of the corporate office building is unlikely, but it's almost certain to be reconfigured.

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Sweeping PPP loan changes become law. We have the details.

The reform alters key components of the SBA's loan program now being used by more than 4 million businesses.

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Covid-19 accelerated use of mobile banking; Atlanta banks prepare for loan deferrals

Banks had pandemic plans in place long before 2020 and Covid-19.

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Real Estate Notebook: Portman Holdings plans signature tower

Recap of the top stories from the real estate/development beat.

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Georgia's 50 Largest Credit Unions

Rank Credit union Total assets Total loans Total savings Number of members Number of full-time employees CEO 1 Delta Community Credit Union, 3250 Riverwood Pkwy., Atlanta, GA 30339, 404-715-4725, deltacommunitycu.com 6051859736 4810002714 5194577891 414624 1063 Hank Halter 2 Robins Financial Credit Union, 803 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins, GA 31093, 800-241-2405, robinsfcu.org 2738616657 1859084564 2207902838 214802 440 John Rhea 3 Georgia’s Own Credit Union, 100 Peachtree St. N.W., #2800,...

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Sports Biz: College Football Hall of Fame moves forward after damage from riots

Here's the top sports business stories.

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Atlanta's hospitality industry prepares for a world of service behind masks

Hospitality industry leaders say a delicate existence will likely be the norm through this year, and well into next.

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Decatur brewery releases beer supporting Russell Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

The beer, quoting Martin Luther King Jr., is called "Silence Is Betrayal."

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Restaurants & Hospitality: Proposed Chick-fil-A in Midtown faces design pushback

Recap of Atlanta's top restaurant and hospitality stories.

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Executive Profile: Esther Graff-Radford loves a good fight

Meet Esther Graff-Radford, who's firm focuses on social justice work, including landlord-tenant disputes, representing immigrants facing deportation and assisting clients applying for lawful permanent resident status.

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