News for Community
Friday, June 26, 2026
Athens, GA - The new Indoor Football League (IFL) franchise coming to Athens, Georgia may not have a team name yet, but it now has a proven leader as head coach.Veteran coach Rob Keefe has been named the inaugural Head Coach and Director of Football Operations for the Athens franchise, which is set to begin play in 2027 at Akins Ford Arena. One of the most accomplished coaches in indoor football, ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
A solid business plan is the foundation of a business that lasts — and the data backs that up. Business planning can help companies grow faster, and entrepreneurs who start the planning process early are typically better at establishing legitimacy with customers, partners, and funders.
In Athens-Clarke County, that edge matters. Between the University of Georgia drawing a constant influx of ...read more
Categories: Chamber, Economic, Press Release, Community, General News Article
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
ATHENS, GA – June 16, 2026— The Classic Center, in partnership with the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), and the Clarke County School District’s Athens Community Career Academy (ACCA), is celebrating a major milestone as the first class of students successfully completed the Entertainment, Sports, and Event Management pathway program.
To recognize the achievement of the ...read more
Categories: Community, Press Release
Thursday, November 06, 2025
TL;DR
This article is your pocket translator for business language. You’ll learn the meaning behind terms like “cash flow,” “equity,” and “ROI” — not just their definitions, but how they work together to shape your day-to-day as a business owner or entrepreneur. You’ll also find a quick checklist, a sample table of key terms, and FAQs to help you go from confused to confident.
Starting Out: ...read more
Categories: General News Article, Press Release, Chamber, Community