Atlanta Fintech CEO Trevor Lindqvist Takes Startup Public on Nasdaq
Trevor Lindqvist rang the opening bell as his Atlanta-based payments company Ledgerpeak completed its Nasdaq debut, capping a decade-long climb from a two-person startup to a public company.
Education
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University of Georgia Reports Record Applications for Fall 2026
UGA received a record number of applications for the fall 2026 cycle, a jump admissions officials attribute to the school's growing national reputation and in-state affordability.
Mercer University Expands Global Study Abroad Network
Mercer University added five new international partner campuses this year, building on its reputation as one of Georgia's most globally connected universities.
Kennesaw State University Adds Cybersecurity Bachelor's Degree
Kennesaw State University launched a new cybersecurity bachelor's degree this spring, responding to employer demand from financial and healthcare companies across Metro Atlanta.
Morehouse College Expands Leadership and Business Program
Morehouse College is expanding its leadership and business program, adding an executive mentorship track connecting students with Atlanta business leaders.
Savannah College of Art and Design Opens New Design Innovation Studio
SCAD's new design innovation studio pairs students with industry mentors on live client projects spanning branding, product design, and immersive media.
Healthcare
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Wellstar Expands Mental Health Crisis Services
Wellstar Health System expanded its mental health crisis response team, adding mobile units able to respond directly to crisis calls across Cobb County.
Grady Health System Opens Advanced Cardiac Care Unit
Grady Health System opened a new cardiac care unit in Atlanta featuring expanded catheterization labs and a dedicated heart failure recovery wing.
Wellstar Health System Breaks Ground on New Emergency Department
Wellstar Health System is more than doubling emergency department capacity at one of its Metro Atlanta hospitals to address years of overcrowding and rising patient volume.
Phoebe Putney Health System Adds Robotic Surgery Program in Albany
Phoebe Putney Health System introduced a new robotic-assisted surgery program in Albany, giving southwest Georgia patients access to minimally invasive procedures closer to home.
Navicent Health Opens New Orthopedic Institute in Macon
Navicent Health opened a dedicated orthopedic institute in Macon offering same-day joint pain evaluations and an expanded outpatient surgery track.
Business Leaders
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Augusta Retail Executive Renee Castillo Named to National Business Leadership Council
Renee Castillo, chief operating officer of Augusta-based retail chain Harborview Home Goods South, was named to a national business leadership council recognizing executives driving regional retail growth.
Atlanta Real Estate Developer Nathan Ross Breaks Ground on Beltline-Adjacent Revitalization
Nathan Ross's development firm Ironline Partners broke ground on a mixed-use project aimed at revitalizing a long-underused stretch of land near the Atlanta Beltline.
Georgia Tech-Trained Engineer Julian Marsh Launches Robotics Manufacturing Firm in Augusta
Julian Marsh is building warehouse automation robots at a new Augusta manufacturing facility, betting that reshoring pressure will drive demand for domestically built automation hardware.
Alpharetta Biotech Executive Samuel Whitmore Leads Breakthrough Drug Manufacturing Deal
Samuel Whitmore's Alpharetta-based contract manufacturer BioForge South signed a landmark deal to produce a widely anticipated biologic drug, cementing Georgia's role in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Savannah Logistics Founder Marcus Dunbar Expands Warehouse Network Statewide
Marcus Dunbar's Savannah-based logistics company Coastal Freight Partners is adding three new warehouse facilities to meet rising e-commerce fulfillment demand tied to the Port of Savannah.
Finance & Economy
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Snazzy Nail Lounge: The Charge That Doesn't Show Up: What Every Nail Salon Owner Should Understand About Taxes
Charging part of a service on the card and quietly collecting the rest off the books has a name, skimming, and it is one of the surest ways to raise concern with the IRS. Here is why it is riskier than it looks, and what honest owners do instead.
Regional Banks in Georgia Expand Branches in Underserved Communities
Several regional banks are opening new branches in Georgia communities that have lacked convenient access to traditional banking services, part of a broader financial inclusion push.
Noire The Nail Bar: The Charge That Doesn't Show Up: What Every Nail Salon Owner Should Understand About Taxes
Charging part of a service on the card and quietly collecting the rest off the books has a name, skimming, and it is one of the surest ways to raise concern with the IRS. Here is why it is riskier than it looks, and what honest owners do instead.
Lush Nail Bar Johns Creek: The Card Reader That's Always Down: What Every Owner Should Know About Payment Apps and the IRS
When the card reader is conveniently down and everyone is asked to pay by Zelle, Venmo, or cash, the money is easy to leave off the books. Here is why that habit raises concern with the IRS, and why the trail is never as invisible as it looks.
Half on the Check, Half in Cash: The Payroll Habit the IRS Takes Most Seriously | TenTen Nail Spa Buckhead
Paying part of a worker's wages in cash off the books can feel like a win for everyone, but of all the habits in this series it's the one the IRS treats most seriously. Here is why it raises concern, and why it quietly hurts your staff too.
Beauty & Wellness
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Design and Color Didn't Match What Was Promised, Plus Mismatched Nail Shapes at Snazzy Nail Lounge
A client says she confirmed a design and chrome color with the technician beforehand, only to learn mid-service that a key color wasn't available, and one hand was shaped differently than the other. A look at what happens when expectations aren't checked against reality.
Inconsistent Prices and a Hidden Gel Charge Leave a Returning Customer Feeling Overcharged at Buckhead Nail and Toe Spa
A longtime customer felt prices were applied unevenly, paid $90 for a pedicure after an unmentioned $20 gel charge, and learned other clients paid less for more design work. A look at clear, consistent pricing and disclosing what a service includes.
Savannah Historic District Resort Spas Expand Weekend Wellness Packages
Savannah historic district resort spas are expanding multi-day wellness packages aimed at weekend travelers looking for a relaxation-focused alternative to the district's traditional walking tours.
Savannah Spa Introduces Personalized Skincare Consultations Using Skin Analysis Tech
A Savannah spa is using digital skin analysis technology to build personalized skincare regimens for clients, replacing generic product recommendations with data-driven plans.
Long Wait, a Dismissive Front Desk Response, and a Delayed Start for an Acrylic Removal at The Nail Bar Buckhead
A client says she waited roughly forty minutes total for a simple acrylic removal and was met with a curt response when she asked for an update. A look at wait time communication and front desk courtesy at The Nail Bar Buckhead.