Chamber CEO Defends Data Centers

Georgia Chamber of Commerce CEO Chris Clark defended the economic value of data centers as state lawmakers from both parties debate whether to slow their growth.

Some lawmakers cite concerns about strain on local infrastructure and utilities, while others warn that a pause could risk billions in investment and thousands of jobs.

One report found that data center projects have created more than 28,000 construction jobs and more than 5,000 permanent jobs, contributing billions of dollars to the state’s economy.

A group of Republican lawmakers proposed eliminating data center tax breaks. A University of Georgia study found only 30 percent of the state’s data center boom stemmed from tax incentives, contradicting earlier projections.

  Icy Storm in Forecast

A powerful winter storm could hit areas of the state by Saturday, with North Georgia in line for a potentially heavy amount of freezing rain.

The storm could deliver widespread snow and ice from Texas to the Southeast coast, although uncertainty remains about how much snow, ice, or rain areas will get.

Forecast confidence remains limited, as small shifts in temperature or storm track could dramatically change local impacts across the state.

Hyundai Reveals Car-Building Robots

Hyundai’s Boston Dynamics subsidiary unveiled its humanoid robot Atlas at this month’s CES technology show in Las Vegas.

The electric vehicle maker plans to deploy the robots at its plant near Savannah by 2028. Each robot can lift 110 pounds, operate in extreme temperatures, and replace its own battery.

Hyundai plans to start mass-producing the robots by 2028, initially having the units perform simple tasks like arranging parts before advancing to complex assembly work by 2030.

The company is partnering with Google’s DeepMind division to develop artificial intelligence software for the robots.

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➤ Gwinnett County: Firefighters rescued eight people from an apartment fire overnight Monday, with 26 units damaged. No serious injuries were reported. (More)

➤ Valdosta: The historic First Antioch Missionary Baptist Church seeks donations to repair stained-glass windows vandalized in three incidents in the fall. (More)

➤ Americus: Community groups and newly elected mayor Travis Rush distributed more than 800 bags of fresh produce during an MLK Day of Service event. (More)

➤ Atlanta: The American Academy of Pediatrics and other medical groups filed a lawsuit against the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control, seeking to reverse recent changes to childhood vaccine recommendations. (More)

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➤ Former Atlanta Braves center fielder Andruw Jones was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in his ninth year of eligibility on Tuesday, honored for his 10 Gold Gloves and potent offense. (More)

➤ FOX Sports’ Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings for the next college football season ranked the Georgia Bulldogs at No. 8, the third-highest of SEC teams. (See List)

➤ Top high school quarterback recruit Elijah Haven named Georgia as one of his top four schools, along with Florida, Auburn, and Alabama. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Braves signed free agent Jorge Mateo to a one-year contract after shortstop Ha-Seong Kim tore a tendon in his finger slipping on ice. (More)

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➤ Thomas County commissioners approved a 12-month moratorium on data center permits, citing concerns about limited permanent jobs and high electricity consumption. (More)

➤ A bipartisan group of state lawmakers proposed an amendment to the state constitution to end sales taxes on timber, a major industry battered by mill closings and storms. (More)

➤ Atlanta-based Saleo launched a conversational artificial intelligence-aided system that performs product demonstrations, including in other languages. (More)

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➤ Atlanta Track Club began accepting submissions for its annual Peachtree Road Race T-shirt design contest, with the top three picks winning cash prizes. (More)

➤ Broadway in Atlanta unveiled its 2026-2027 Fox Theatre season, including Hamilton, Tony-winning Death Becomes Her, and Mrs. Doubtfire. (More)

➤ Ace Pickleball Club will host its national club championships from Jan. 27 to Feb. 1 at its Roswell location, with more than 2,000 members competing for $250,000 in prizes. (More) 

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1. Stock up on groceries 
2. Check emergency supplies
3. Charge all devices
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