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VOTING 2026 Round 1 - The Coolest Thing Made in Georgia | Georgia Chamber of Commerce The Georgia Chamber’s Government Affairs Council serves as the unified voice of the business community at the Capitol.

☀️ WAKE UP, FRUIT CAKE FAMILY!!!! IT’S VOTING TIME! ☀️
The Georgia Chamber’s "Coolest Thing Made in Georgia" contest is officially underway, and our very own hometown legend—Claxton Fruit Cake—is in the bracket! (MATCH 9️⃣).

Since 1910, Claxton Bakery, Inc. has been baking up a sweet tradition that’s loved worldwide. Now, it’s time to show everyone what we already know: nothing is cooler (or more delicious) than a CLAXTON FRUIT CAKE🗳️

HOW TO VOTE: 🗳
www.coolestthingmadeinga.com

You can cast ONE vote per day in every active matchup!⏳ Don’t Set those daily reminders, and vote Claxton Fruit Cake all the way to the top! 🍒

🚨 Calling all Barrow County Residents🚨

The Barrow County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that True American Classics, Inc. and their product, BellaTori 4-4-0 Trains, have been selected to compete in the statewide Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition, which celebrates the innovation, craftsmanship, and impact of Georgia’s manufacturers and creators!

Founded in 1998, True American Classic has built a reputation for entertaining children around the world with its high-quality, America-made locomotives. If you've ridden a train inside a mall or amusement park, chances are it was a BellaTori! True American Classic trains represent that legacy of quality and innovation, demonstrating the kind of excellence being produced right here in Barrow County🧡

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As weather conditions evolve over the next several days, we encourage businesses to monitor updates from Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency and your local emergency management officials for the latest weather information and preparedness guidance.

For additional resources tailored to businesses and local chambers, visit our Disaster Resource Center at gachamber.com/resilience.

A line of storms will move through North and Central Georgia tonight. Damaging winds will be possible in any strong to severe thunderstorms. Isolated tornadoes will also be possible, mainly in Northwest Georgia. Storms will end by sunrise tomorrow.

Please continue to monitor forecast updates from your local National Weather Service office and reliable media outlets throughout the night.

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth and celebrate the enduring legacy of freedom, resilience, and achievement.

As we honor this important moment in our nation's history, we also recognize the contributions of Black Georgians whose leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship continue to strengthen our communities and economy.

Happy 75th Birthday, Lockheed Martin!

For 75 years, Lockheed Martin has been a driving force for innovation, job creation, and economic growth in Georgia while helping strengthen our nation's security.

Commemorating this milestone, OJ Sanchez, President of Aeronautics, and Trish Pagan, Vice President and Marietta Site Lead, present Governor Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp with a brick from the original floor of Lockheed Martin's Marietta manufacturing facility — a symbol of the company's enduring legacy and impact on Georgia.

As the inaugural champion of the Coolest Thing Made in Georgia competition, Lockheed Martin continues to showcase the ingenuity and manufacturing excellence that make Georgia a leader. Congratulations on this milestone anniversary! ✈️