https://www.choosecolumbusga.com Choose Columbus News Feed Mon, 21 Sep 2026 22:36:55 +0000 en-US https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68586/faa-moves-forward-with-evtol-certifications https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68586/faa-moves-forward-with-evtol-certifications Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Electric aircraft are no longer a future ambition for the aviation industry, but rather a real present reality with commercial-ready eVTOL aircraft ready for use. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is pushing forward to ensure that motivated industries can deploy air taxis and other types of eVTOL aircraft technology soon... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68585/explore-columbus-area-companies-before-you-apply https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68585/explore-columbus-area-companies-before-you-apply Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000 The Jobs Page at Choose Columbus makes it easy to explore the best employers in the region before you apply. Choose from nearly 100  local employers with open roles today. Learn about hiring policies, company culture, benefits, locations and more before you ever open an application. This is the info... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68584/hot-careers-to-train-for-in-columbus https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68584/hot-careers-to-train-for-in-columbus Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000 It’s a new school year, and Columbus is the place to be for motivated students ready to set a career path and start advancing along it. There are many high demand careers you can start training for in Columbus, GA, including Cyber Security, Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, and Skill Trades such... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68583/back-to-school-in-columbus-ga https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68583/back-to-school-in-columbus-ga Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Back to school means thinking ahead for Columbus students. Choose Columbus works closely with the Muscogee County School District to ensure students have career-focused pathways available. Programs include Career Technical & Agricultural Education Pathways, Jordan Vocational College and Career Academy, and the Teacher Externship Program that provides educators hands-on experience... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68582/are-air-taxis-coming-to-columbus https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68582/are-air-taxis-coming-to-columbus Mon, 07 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technology is pushing ahead in multiple countries, including the United States,  and could be coming to Columbus as well. British airline Virgin Atlantic signed a definitive multi-year agreement this summer with Joby Aviation to introduce electric air taxis in the United Kingdom. This agreement integrates Joby’s... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68581/mayor-of-sister-city-jinju-korea-makes-plans-to-visit-columbus https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68581/mayor-of-sister-city-jinju-korea-makes-plans-to-visit-columbus Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Following the October 2025 signing of a Friendship Agreement between Columbus, GA and Jinju, South Korea, plans have now been made to welcome Jinju Mayor Cho Kyu-il to Columbus this September. Upon visiting the city of Jinju, Columbus Mayor Skip Henderson shared, “I think we have formed a natural friendship... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68580/puckett-center-now-part-of-the-georgia-vectr-network https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68580/puckett-center-now-part-of-the-georgia-vectr-network Mon, 31 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 The Puckett Center at Columbus Technical College has been named part of the Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource Center, or VECTR network. The VECTR network operates throughout Georgia to serve as a gateway for veterans during their re-entry into Georgia’s postsecondary educational system and workforce. The main center in... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68922/the-development-authority-of-columbus-georgia-receives-2026-excellence-in-economic-development-silver-award-from-the-international-economic-development-council https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68922/the-development-authority-of-columbus-georgia-receives-2026-excellence-in-economic-development-silver-award-from-the-international-economic-development-council Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 [August 24, 2026] [Columbus, GA] – The Development Authority of Columbus, Georgia received a 2026 Excellence in Economic Development Silver Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). The award was bestowed for the organization’s work in the General Purpose category for the 338,000 population group. Missy Kendrick will be... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68578/columbus-careers-start-here! https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68578/columbus-careers-start-here! Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Job seekers in Columbus, GA now have a hyper-local job search tool. Search local job postings by Job Function, Salary, Seniority, Industry, or Company. This tool helps job seekers stop wasting time weeding through roles that don’t fit. Streamline your job search efforts with nearly 100 of the largest local... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68577/mayor-skip-henderson-congratulates-master-wall-on-columbus-expansion https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68577/mayor-skip-henderson-congratulates-master-wall-on-columbus-expansion Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 This summer, Master Wall Inc, expands its presence in Columbus, GA. The leading American manufacturer of exterior wall systems opened a new manufacturing facility that will also serve as the company’s headquarters. This development represents an investment of approximately $7 million in property acquisition and facility improvements. “This decision reinforces... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68810/its-the-jetsons-coming-columbus-officials-eye-evtol-as-next-economic-development-play https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68810/its-the-jetsons-coming-columbus-officials-eye-evtol-as-next-economic-development-play Thu, 20 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Columbus officials are positioning the city to become an early hub for electric air taxis. Negotiations are underway to develop a universal eVTOL charging station and vertiport at the Columbus Airport. The proposed infrastructure would support electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles, which are battery-powered vehicles that take off and land... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68417/how-does-port-access-benefit-columbus-ga https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68417/how-does-port-access-benefit-columbus-ga Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Columbus companies reach international markets through convenient port access to the Port of Savannah. As one of the nation’s busiest container ports, Savannah provides direct connections to global shipping routes, making it easier for businesses in Columbus to export products and import materials from around the world.Connecting to Global MarketsPort... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68416/what-is-the-business-climate-like-in-columbus-ga https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68416/what-is-the-business-climate-like-in-columbus-ga Mon, 17 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 The business climate in Columbus helps companies move quickly from planning to production. The Development Authority of Columbus works  closely with companies to identify available sites, coordinate incentives, and streamline approvals, helping projects move forward without unnecessary delays. With a permitting process not exceeding  45–60 days and shovel-ready sites available... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68414/what-port-access-is-available-to-companies-in-columbus-ga https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68414/what-port-access-is-available-to-companies-in-columbus-ga Wed, 12 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 The Port of Savannah gives Columbus manufacturers and distributors efficient access to global shipping routes. As one of the fastest-growing ports in the United States, and an approximately four-hour drive from Columbus, the port provides reliable options for importing materials and exporting finished goods.The inland port in LaGrange, planned to... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68412/what-location-advantages-does-columbus-ga-offer-businesses https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68412/what-location-advantages-does-columbus-ga-offer-businesses Mon, 10 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Location advantages in Columbus make the city a strategic hub for companies serving the Southeast and beyond. Positioned near major transportation corridors like I-185, U.S. Highway 280,  and U.S. Highway 80, Columbus provides efficient access to customers, suppliers, and distribution networks across the region. Rail access provided by  Norfolk Southern... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68409/what-airport-access-is-available-in-columbus-ga https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68409/what-airport-access-is-available-in-columbus-ga Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Airport access is available in Columbus via the Columbus Airport (CSG), boasting commercial passenger service by Delta Airlines, a recently re-paved 7,000-foot runway, and a wide variety of aviation support services for both private and general aviation. Downtown Columbus is just minutes from CSG, while Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68406/where-is-columbus-ga https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68406/where-is-columbus-ga Tue, 04 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Want to enjoy big city perks without sacrificing small-town charm? Look no further than Columbus, GA. Located along the Chattahoochee River on Georgia’s western border, this vibrant and affordable community is the second-largest city in the state and only 100 miles from Atlanta. Where is Columbus, GA, on the map?So, where... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68579/columbus-technical-college-cuts-ribbon-on-puckett-center https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68579/columbus-technical-college-cuts-ribbon-on-puckett-center Mon, 03 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000 On July 31st, Columbus Technical College cut the ribbon on the Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce Development Center. The $22 million facility, much of it financed through local contributions, provides accelerated career training and credentialing for a wide range of high-demand careers in a wide variety of industries, with a special... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68591/can-columbus-turn-fort-benning-transitions-into-jobs-leaders-point-to-new-center https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68591/can-columbus-turn-fort-benning-transitions-into-jobs-leaders-point-to-new-center Fri, 31 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 As Columbus works to grow its workforce and retain more transitioning military service members, local leaders say a new workforce development center outside Fort Benning could become one of the city’s strongest economic development tools. Honoring the life and legacy of Col. Ralph Puckett Jr., the Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68396/so-whats-the-most-welcoming-city-in-the-us https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68396/so-whats-the-most-welcoming-city-in-the-us Wed, 29 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Want to live in the most welcoming city in the US? Travel + Leisure Magazine says to look no further than Columbus, GA! Community, connection, and strategic growth are just some of the things that make us stand out. And did we mention we’re also ranked as #4 on the... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68395/columbus-technical-college-to-be-featured-in-new-skilled-labor-docuseries https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68395/columbus-technical-college-to-be-featured-in-new-skilled-labor-docuseries Mon, 27 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Workforce training opportunities in Columbus have caught national attention with the HBO Max Trades Docuseries “Building Back America’s Trades.” Sponsored by the Lowe’s Foundation and aired in April 2026, the series explores the journeys of 13 individuals training for skilled labor careers. The series will feature three students and one... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68394/are-you-looking-to-start-a-healthcare-career-in-columbus-georgia https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68394/are-you-looking-to-start-a-healthcare-career-in-columbus-georgia Wed, 22 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Choosing a healthcare career can be a smart choice, but when you start your training in a region with direct healthcare career pipelines nearby, you’re making a brilliant choice. That is exactly what you’ll find when you choose Columbus for your healthcare career training.Healthcare Careers  Launch in Columbus, GeorgiaThose interested... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68393/columbus-tech-workforce-training-helps-transitioning-military-service-members https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68393/columbus-tech-workforce-training-helps-transitioning-military-service-members Mon, 20 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 The Col. Ralph Puckett Workforce Development Center will host a ribbon-cutting event on July 31, 2026, to provide training, industry-driven programs, and wraparound services for service members. Operated by Columbus Technical College and a registered Department of War Skillbridge provider, the workforce training is designed to launch careers servicemembers across... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68392/is-your-business-looking-for-the-next-generation-of-workforce-development https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68392/is-your-business-looking-for-the-next-generation-of-workforce-development Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 The Muscogee County School District was among the first in Georgia to earn the Economic Development Partnership Designation from the Georgia Department of Education for its workforce development initiatives. This recognition, which was earned in 2017, highlights the district's robust Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education programs. Muscogee County Schools work... https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68351/columbus-airport-commission-advances-plans-for-vertiport https://www.choosecolumbusga.com/news/p/item/68351/columbus-airport-commission-advances-plans-for-vertiport Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000 The Columbus Airport Commission, with assistance from Choose Columbus, is advancing plans to develop a vertiport at Columbus Airport (KCSG), a dedicated landing and charging facility designed to support electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Currently in the design and scoping phase with engineering firm Holt Consulting, the project...