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The Georgia Ports Authority reported its third-busiest October on record, handling 494,261 TEUs, driven by strong performance at the Port of Savannah and a record-setting month for the Appalachian Regional Port.

The Weathered But Strong: Georgia Hurricane Relief Fund has opened applications for farmers impacted by Hurricane Helene, offering critical financial assistance for recovery and rebuilding efforts across affected areas. The application period will be open until December 31, 2024. See details here on how to apply.

Georgia's tax collections for October dropped by 3.4% year-over-year, totaling $2.53 billion, with declines in individual income, corporate taxes, and net sales tax receipts, partly due to the extension of tax deadlines following Hurricane Helene.

Concerns focus on prioritizing aquifer water for drinking and agriculture rather than for industry. The Ogeechee Riverkeeper on Nov. 6, 2024, filed a petition in the office of state administrative hearings to appeal the permits issued by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division on Oct. 7.

Great Dane has been recognized for the second consecutive year as a "Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation" by Redefining the Road magazine, affirming its commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace in the transportation industry.

The Statesboro Jaycees and Davis Marketing Company are hosting a networking event on November 14, where they will provide complimentary professional headshots for attendees.

In a letter to Excelsior EMC members and the community, President and CEO Greg Proctor detailed the unprecedented challenges the cooperative faced following Hurricane Helene. With 100 percent of its service area affected and over 25,000 accounts left without power, Excelsior EMC embarked on a historic recovery effort, supported by an outpouring of assistance from fellow cooperatives and local residents.

Georgia Power says the 65-megawatt Mossy Branch Battery Facility adds resiliency to Georgia’s electric grid. Company leadership and elected officials toured the site in Talbot County on Thursday.

Christy Smith recently earned the Honorary American FFA Degree, which is the highest honor an FFA supporter can receive. Smith is the Director of Marketing & Communications at AgSouth Farm Credit.

Water Utility Management has announced a $6 million plan to install back-up generators at all water well sites system wide, including Bulloch County, to ensure reliable service during power outages. The upgrade follows Tropical Storm Helene, which left large parts of the region without power, disrupting water service for many residents.