Albany Technical College Students Excel at SkillsUSA Georgia State Competition

    .    ALBANY, GA –Albany Technical College (ATC) celebrates the success of its students at the SkillsUSA Georgia Post-Secondary State Competition, held in Atlanta, Georgia, from February 20-22, 2025. A total of 34 ATC students competed in various skilled trades and technical disciplines, bringing home multiple medals, including three Gold Medalists who will advance […]

Phoebe Putney Health System and Morehouse School of Medicine Sign Historic Agreement to Improve Community Health in Southwest Georgia

Albany, Ga. – The largest and most comprehensive health system in southwest Georgia and a historically Black medical school have agreed to a partnership to expand the pipeline of physicians, promote wellness and transform health care in the region. On Monday, leaders from Phoebe Putney Health System (PPHS) and Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), one of […]

Love, Medicine, and Community: Physician Couples find their place at Phoebe

Albany, GA – At Phoebe Putney Health System on Valentine’s Day – and every other day – love isn’t just in the air. It’s in the halls, operating rooms, and clinics where dedicated physician couples balance their passion for medicine with their commitment to each other. From young love forged in college classrooms, to marriages spanning […]

Star Business of the Week: Upland Wealth

The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce proudly congratulates Upland Wealth Advisors for being named Star Business of the Week. Upland Wealth has quickly become a trusted partner in comprehensive financial planning and wealth management in Albany, GA. The firm currently employs a dedicated team of experienced professionals who are passionate about guiding clients toward financial […]

Phoebe Opens New Specialty and Retail Pharmacy Expanding Access to Essential Medications

Albany, GA – A new pharmacy is now open on Phoebe’s main campus in Albany to serve Phoebe patients and employees, as well as the general public. The new Phoebe Pharmacy, located on the first floor of Medical Tower I, offers enhanced convenience, expanded services, and a more patient-friendly experience. “This is more than just a […]

Albany Area Chamber’s Five-Star Accreditation from U.S. Chamber Places it Among Nation’s Elite

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  November 19, 2024  Albany Area Chamber’s Five-Star Accreditation from U.S. Chamber Places it Among Nation’s Elite  Albany – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce its highest-level designation: Accredited with 5 Stars. This honor recognizes the Chamber’s sound policies, effective organizational procedures and positive community impact. […]

Albany Area Chamber’s State of the Base discussion enlightens, celebrates 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  July 12, 2024  Contact: Jay Houston  Director of Communications and Events  Albany Area Chamber of Commerce  (229) 434-8700  jhouston@albanyga.com  Albany Area Chamber’s State of the Base discussion enlightens, celebrates  Albany – The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the partnership between Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany (MCLBA) and the Albany Area community Thursday […]

2023-2024 Political Leadership Institute

 ALBANY, GA – January 23, 2024 – The Albany Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the 2023-2024 Albany Area Political Leadership Institute (PLI), a nonpartisan program dedicated to preparing participants for leadership roles on local boards and in elected office.  The program, now in its second year, welcomed a […]