Atlanta, GA|News|
3 GA Hospitals Ranked In Top 5% For Patient Safety
To qualify for the award, GA hospitals must meet strict quality standards and show strong performance on most of those safety measures.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
GA Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Georgia.
Atlanta, GA|News|
State Farm To Cut $5 Billion In Dividend Checks: What This Means For GA Residents
It's part of the largest dividend in company history, State Farm said.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
This Popular Trader Joe's Item Recalled: What GA Shoppers Should Know
Nearly 37 million pounds of fried rice, ramen and dumplings were part of the recall, including a freezer-aisle favorite from Trader Joe's.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Major Pizza Chain Closing 300 Locations: What To Know In GA
The chain said it also plans to lay off 7 percent of its corporate workforce as it aims to turn around declining sales. See GA impacts.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
National Fast Food Chain With Hundreds Of GA Locations Dramatically Downsizing
A fast food giant with GA sites that closed a slew of restaurants in 2024 is about to close hundreds more, the eatery recently announced.
Amanda Lumpkin and Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
This Hole-In-The-Wall Joint Has The Best Sandwich In GA, Ranking Says
The best sandwich shop in Georgia serves banh mi, along with other local favorites.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
These 20 GA Hotels Set Standards Of Excellence Among Travelers: US News
More than 1,000 hotels in Georgia are recognized for their excellence in hospitality, including 20 that offer luxurious amenities.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
GA Town Makes Top 10 For Neighborly Cities: Redfin
A town's volunteerism and local civic organizations makes it one of the most neighborly cities in the U.S., a Redfin report says.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Reserve Valentine’s Day Tables Now At GA's Top Restaurants
Multiple restaurants in Georgia still have reservation openings for the ultimate day for love, Valentine's Day. See list.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Bold BBQ, Bubbly Brew Offered At 5 New GA Restaurants
Patch has compiled details of new restaurants that have opened in metro Atlanta.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
National Restaurant Chain With Many GA Eateries Closing Hundreds Of Locations
A well-known restaurant chain, with 153 Georgia locations, will soon shutter hundreds of sites nationally.
Amanda Lumpkin and Eric Heyl, Patch Staff
Duluth, GA|News|
Restaurant Chain To Close Or Rebrand All GA Locations
A restaurant chain inspired by Caribbean flavors will close or rebrand all 28 of its locations across the U.S., including in Georgia.
Amanda Lumpkin and Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
3 GA Restaurants Are Among Top 100 In US In New Ranking
Yelp's ranking, featuring three Georgia restaurants, showcases the highest-reviewed restaurants by its users, according to the site.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Sandy Springs, GA|News|
UPS To Slash 30K Jobs, Shutter 24 Facilities
Atlanta's UPS is continuing to cut ties with Amazon and will terminate up to 30,000 positions this year, they said on an earnings call.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
3 GA Restaurants Rank Best In Nation On Yelp's Annual List: Here's Where
The “Yelp’s Top 100 US Restaurants 2026" list features comfort food, seafood and more in Georgia.
Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
10 GA Restaurants, Chefs Named 2026 James Beard Semifinalists
Sometimes known as the “Oscars of food,” the James Beard Awards recognize eateries and chefs who create exceptional food.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Free Chick-Fil-A For A Year: Here's How To Win In GA
Atlanta-based Chick-Fil-A is offering a year's worth of free food in honor of its 80th anniversary. Here's how you could win.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
GA’s Best Doughnut Found Here: New Ranking
For the best doughnut in the state, you’ll want to head to this shop in Atlanta. That’s according to the digital food site TastingTable.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
2 Major Retailers Closing GA Locations
It's game over for hundreds of stores for a major gaming retailer and a department chain with Georgia locations.
Amanda Lumpkin and David Luces, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
This Is The Best Private Company In FL; 8 Others Ranked By Forbes
The multibillion-dollar business employs 260,000 employees and is in the top 10 among the nation's best private companies.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
This Is The Best Private Company In GA; 8 Others Ranked By Forbes
The multibillion-dollar business employs 50,000 employees and is in the top 10 among the nation's best private companies.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
15+ Eateries Open, 3 Close In GA: Top Restaurant News 2025
Fried birthday cake, vegan ice cream and barbecue shrimp were on the menus of new restaurants, while other eateries bid farewell in 2025.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
These GA Retailers Permanently Closed In 2025
E-commerce competition is a large contributor to store closures in Georgia and across the U.S. in 2025, experts say.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Multiple GA Retailers Planning 2026 Closures: See List
Popular retailers, like Saks Off 5th and Dick's Sporting Goods, are planning to shutters stores. Here's what it could mean for GA.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
7 Georgia Hotels Awarded Highest Michelin Rating
Inspectors awarded 7,000 global hotels a Michelin key rating, including seven in Georgia.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Christmas Grocery Store Hours 2025 In GA: Walmart, Kroger And Publix
Wanting to get last-minute ingredients for your holiday dinner? See when your local grocery store could be open.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Burgers And Brew: 5 New GA Restaurants Opening In 2026
Patch has compiled details of new restaurants that will open in 2026 in Georgia, including one set to dish out Japanese cuisine.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
The Best Places To Eat In GA For 2025: The Ultimate List
From seafood to BBQ to burgers, GA's award-winning cuisine has been recognized nationally. Here are some of the state's best restaurants.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
These GA Restaurants Will Be Open, Offering Deals For Christmas 2025
It's a good idea to make holiday reservations now. Several Georgia restaurants will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Famed Pizzeria Unveils Plan To Open 35 FL Locations
Opening more than 30 new restaurants in Florida will be a first for Sally's Apizza. The famed pizzeria was founded in CT 90 years ago.
Amanda Lumpkin and Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
Famed Pizzeria Unveils Plan To Open 15 GA Locations
Opening more than a dozen new restaurants in Georgia will be a first for Sally's Apizza. The famed pizzeria was founded in CT 90 years ago.
Amanda Lumpkin and Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
Raising Cane's Expands GA Footprint With 5 New Locations
The expansion of the chicken finger franchise will bring the Raising Cane's total to 12 restaurants in Georgia.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Here Are The Finalists For GA's Restaurant Awards: See List
The chairman of two popular Georgia restaurants will be honored for his lifetime work as a leader in the culinary world.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
2025 GA Thanksgiving Grocery Deals: Extra Gravy Or Slim Pickings?
Grocery retailers across Georgia and the U.S. are introducing a range of holiday dinner deals. See where.
Amanda Lumpkin and Anna Schier, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Major Chain Scuttles 'Exact Change' Amid Penny Shortage In GA
President Trump wants the penny dead, and retailers across Georgia are scrambling to adapt.
Amanda Lumpkin and Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
You Should Try These GA Restaurants, New Michelin Guide Says
The inaugural 2025 Michelin Guide American South selection names seven Georgia restaurants to its new recommended list.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Across Georgia|News|
Chick-Fil-A Launches 1st Vending Machine In GA
Chick-fil-A's new vending machine is staying true to the eatery's No. 1 rule and will not be available on Sundays, a report says.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Woodstock-Towne Lake, GA|News|
Walmart Drone Delivery Service To Drop Into Woodstock, City Says
Officials say Woodstock is the first Atlanta-area town to secure permits for a new Walmart drone delivery service.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Popular GA Kids Apparel Retailer To Close 150 Stores, Cut 300 Jobs
The GA-based retailer, known for its kids apparel, is hit by raised product costs and higher tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
These Beloved Retailers Permanently Closed In GA In 2025
Holiday shopping is almost here, but several retailers and chains have closed over the past year in Georgia.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
