Lerron Lee says that he applied for COVID-19 funding, but his business did not receive any relief.

Outdoor Network (ODN), a family-owned and operated marine and power sports company will invest nearly $22 million in two projects, bringing 92 jobs to southwest Georgia. The Navy plans to purchase $2M of diesel outboard motors that will be built in Albany.

Many sellers are going above and beyond to show their support for breast cancer survivors in the group.

An appliance store in Thomasville says the manufacturing business is working to recover after a setback due to the pandemic.

In a tough year for small businesses across the country, business owners in Sylvester say support from the community has been better than ever.

The city has been recognized by Main Street America- a national accreditation program.

The new platform connects students with local employers.

The old Albany Water, Gas, and Light building will soon be redeveloped into a boutique hotel and data center.

The City of Albany has been working to distribute relief money to shops, stores and eateries impacted by COVID-19.

A marketing business in Thomasville is making sure to help small businesses during the pandemic.

Not many things are booming during an international pandemic but apparently the Albany-Leesburg area real estate market is.

BASF announced Tuesday the expansion of its facility in Sparks.

A cake shop in Moultrie is branching out, bringing her treats to those not yet ready to get out of the house.

A Moultrie restaurant owner said they’re bringing the community together after making some major changes.

National Thrift Shop Day is August 17

The struggle for many to lay hands on some fresh wheels – and a lot of other parts, too – is real.

Over the next few years, more people will be able to access broadband internet in Colquitt County.

For most of us, retirement is the goal, and having some money put away for living expenses and to have a little fun is a necessity.

The Sunbelt Ag Expo brings hundreds of people to Moultrie each year.

A restaurant in Thomasville is celebrating its 12 year anniversary this month.

Prior to the global COVID-19 pandemic, Georgia was on pace for another record-setting year. This top ranking is featured in the publication’s annual 2020 Rankings Report.

The store is planning a fall opening but a specific grand opening date hasn't been announced yet.

Held the third week in October, the Expo’s board said the decision to cancel the annual event was “greatly impacted by its concern for valued attendees’ and exhibitors’ expenses, and their need to plan...”

This new facility will mark the company’s first location in Georgia and create 140 new jobs, according to a release.

Many businesses in Downtown Thomasville were hit hard due to the pandemic, but they’re all back open for business.

They will begin producing Frito-Lay tortilla chip products, a second line producing Baked Cheetos Puffs, strategic space for a future manufacturing line and add a warehouse building.

Businesses in Downtown Thomasville are back open and serving the community again.

Wednesday is the last day for Albany small business owners to apply for relief funding.

Downtown Bainbridge has added a building to accommodate for businesses and visitors.

An East Albany Business Owner is worried she won’t bring in enough revenue to stay afloat. Linda Taylor recently bought the East Residence property.

Godwin’s Military Surplus Outlet is now open for business after having to set back their opening date due to coronavirus.

Two businesses are bringing unique concepts to downtown Moultrie.

Georgia state senators want to give broad protection to businesses and others from being sued if someone blames them for contracting COVID-19.

The Sunbelt Ag Expo reported that its economic impact in 2019 was $16.72 million dollars.

A South Georgia business owner said he’s taking all the precautions to protect his employees from the coronavirus.

South Georgia’s farmers are preparing now for what forecasters predict will be a busy hurricane season.

A South Georgia company will invest $5 million in Lowndes County, bringing new jobs.

An estimated 40,000 production workers will be employed on around 75 production projects.

The agriculture industry has seen a few cases of COVID-19 recently here in Southwest Georgia, according to Georgia Department of Health Southwest Health District (DPH) doctors.

It’s also time for the harvest of Georgia Watermelons. One farmer said those melons planted on plastic are coming in a little earlier this year.

A group of producers met over the weekend in Ocilla to discuss the growth of hemp in Georgia.

Dougherty County’s only Salvation Army thrift store is now closed thanks to COVID-19.

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The Brad Lanier Oil Company hopes to complete construction and open its 12th retail location in the Albany area later this month.

The Salvation Army said despite the store closure, Salvation Army services will still be available for those in need.

The acquired stores will remain open as BI-LO and Harveys Supermarket until April of next year.

South Georgia farm consultants are responding to the proposed state agriculture budget cuts for the upcoming fiscal year.

One business in Moultrie was set to have its grand opening in April. Because of the coronavirus, those plans have been delayed.

The funding program totals to $700,000.

Since they reopened their doors, the owner of Cottonwood Market and Boutique tells me business has been going really well.

“I am selling the lemonade for cancer, Coronavirus, and all the people that risk their lives for us,” said Battle.

“Now more than ever”-that’s the plea of Georgia Agriculture Commissioner for the public to buy local produce.

As businesses and restaurants reopen, Downtown Thomasville is slowly getting back to normal.

If you’re a small business owner in Albany, you could be seeing some much needed financial help soon.

After months of renovating, an apartment complex in downtown Moultrie is on the market.

Bliss Nightclub and lounge is one of the few places in Lowndes County operating under a bar license.

Kristi Childress owns Roots & Wings Boutique in Albany she says her store was an online store for four years until this last November when she decided to open a store in Albany.

Gilbert Udoto, owner of the The Sandtrap and Café 5.0, says he is not only making his employees wear masks but everyone who enters his restaurant has to wear a mask.