News Archive
Georgia Ports Authority Reports Strong Growth, Benefiting Regional Economy
02/17/2025 - The Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) has announced a strong first half of the current fiscal year, highlighting significant growth at both the Port of Savannah and the Port of Brunswick. This expansion underscores the continued economic vitality of Georgia’s logistics sector, with positive implications for businesses and industries... read more
Ware County Receives Historic Snowfall in a Winter to Remember
01/27/2025 - Ware County’s Historic Snowfall Over the last few days, Ware County has experienced a truly remarkable weather event—2 to 4 inches of snow blanketing the area. This snowfall is the most significant in our community since 1899, when Waycross recorded a record 3 inches during a historic February storm. Snowfall... read more
Waycross Welcomes New Workforce Housing Development
01/21/2025 - A new workforce housing apartment complex is set to bring affordable living options to Waycross. Ethan Jackson Investments, a Cairo, Georgia-based developer, recently presented their proposal to the Waycross City Commission during a public hearing. The project involves property bordered by Brunel, Howe, and Haines Streets. Aurora Taylor, representing Ethan... read more
Deadline for FEMA Assistance Extended to February 7
01/13/2025 - The Waycross-Ware County Development Authority is committed to supporting the community during times of crisis and recovery. Residents of Waycross and Ware County who have been affected by recent disasters now have additional time to apply for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance. The deadline has been extended to Friday,... read more
Rebuilding Together Waycross Accepting Applications for 2025 Workday
01/06/2025 - Rebuilding Together Waycross is now accepting applications for its 2025 workday, a heartfelt initiative aimed at improving the homes of Ware County residents in need. Scheduled for April, this annual event brings together dedicated volunteers to provide critical home repairs at no cost to qualified applicants. To be eligible, applicants must... read more
Enviva Announces Successful Emergence from Financial Restructuring Process Positioned for Sustainable Growth and Continued Market Leadership
12/09/2024 - The Waycross-Ware County Development Authority is excited to highlight the positive implications of Enviva’s recent successful emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. This milestone marks a new chapter for the company, emphasizing sustainable growth and market leadership while continuing to benefit communities like ours in Ware County, Georgia. As a... read more
Helene Recovery Webinar for Individuals
12/06/2024 - The Ware County government is inviting any and all individuals that were negatively impacted by Hurricane Helene to attend a virtual webinar featuring several organizations and speakers such as: FEMA Work Source Georgia Goodwill GA Department of Labor and many more! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December the 10th,... read more
Ware County Schools Announces New Superintendent
11/01/2024 - From: Ware County Schools Announces New Superintendent | Ware County Schools Ware County Schools is excited to announce that Dr. Lynn Barber will be stepping into the role of Superintendent, effective December 2, 2024. His appointment to this position was approved at the Called Meeting of the Ware County Board of Education... read more
Ware County School District Receives Economic Development Distinction
11/01/2024 - From: Ware County Schools The Georgia Department of Education, in partnership with the Georgia Economic Developers Association (GEDA) and Georgia Power, has selected the Ware County School District to receive the Economic Development Partnership (EDP) designation for FY24. Ware County was one of four systems across the state to... read more
Georgia Recognized as Top State for Business for the 11th Consecutive Year
09/16/2024 - Atlanta, GA - On Friday, September 13th, Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Georgia has been ranked the No. 1 state for business for the 11th year in a row by Area Development magazine, a record unmatched by any other state. This accolade underscores Georgia's pro-business environment,... read more