41NBC’sGeorgia Business Focus includes business headlines from across the state and spotlights the local Middle Georgia business community. It serves a pulse check for economic development and explains how what’s happening in the business community has far reaching impacts.
Local florist says Valentine’s Day is biggest holiday of the year for business
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - With Valentine's Day coming up, one local florist says the holiday is the biggest time of the year for…
Georgia Business Focus: Tariff debate, air ambulance expansion, STEM growth, fiber coverage, and fuel prices
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Georgia is making headlines this week with major developments affecting households across the state. From debate over…
Macon small business owner says tariffs are driving up costs at Cherry Street shop
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Scott Mitchell says the impact of rising tariffs has been difficult to absorb for his small business on…
Georgia Business Focus: State sees economic growth, healthcare expansion
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) - Georgia is experiencing significant economic development and healthcare improvements, with new investments bringing jobs and medical resources to communities across the state. …
Arena construction team named, primary care clinic opens, gas prices climb
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Macon-Bibb County has selected Barton Malow, in association with Sheridan Construction, to manage construction of the new Macon Arena, a major project that…
Casey Fleckenstein named CEO of Monroe County Hospital
FORSYTH, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- The Monroe County Hospital Authority Board voted Jan. 22 to promote Casey Fleckenstein to chief executive officer. Fleckenstein brings more than 20 years of experience…
Weather, labor shortages among concerns for Middle Georgia economy in 2026
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — Economic experts shared their outlook for 2026 during an Economic Outlook luncheon in Macon, mentioning weather, government action and labor shortages…
Georgia economy sees forest industry losses, rail expansion, and new business growth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT)- Georgia is facing a mix of economic challenges and development, from losses in the forest industry to new investments in infrastructure,…
Kelly Loeffler visits Macon manufacturer, touts Trump policies' impact on business growth
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Small Business Administrator Kelly Loeffler visited a Macon manufacturing business Friday to tout the Trump administration's economic policies' impact on…
Agriculture, energy, and entertainment driving Georgia's economy
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – From new tax-saving opportunities for farmers to major infrastructure projects and a strong film industry, Middle Georgia's business landscape is experiencing…