People. Projects. Progress.
Monroe County Sets Its Lowest County Tax Rate Since 1999
Commissioners approved a 7.9-mill county rate for 2026. School and city levies remain separate components of property taxes.
Monroe County Hospital’s Homegrown Leadership Earns National Recognition
The hospital reports that CEO Casey Fleckenstein was included in Becker’s 2026 list of women hospital and health system leaders to know.
Planning Monroe County’s Future Through 2047
A comprehensive planning process is examining transportation, housing, economic development and other priorities for Monroe County’s future.
Georgia Trend Highlights Forsyth’s Downtown Revival at Driven
Statewide coverage spotlights Driven Interactive Sports Lounge and the reuse of a historic Forsyth cotton mill building.
New Regional Job Search Resource Helps Residents Find Opportunities Close to Home
Middle Georgia Innovation Corridor’s regional search connects residents with job listings across its 11-county area.
Mary Persons Opens a New Fieldhouse and Stadium Plaza
Monroe County Schools announced a new fieldhouse and stadium plaza, adding training, recovery and meeting spaces at Mary Persons.
Local Hospital Partnership Connects Students With Healthcare Careers
Monroe County Schools recognized a hospital partnership that supports career exploration, hands-on learning and healthcare training.
Oglethorpe Power’s $3.3 Billion Smarr Project Moves Forward
Oglethorpe Power’s planned Monroe County facility brings a major energy investment, construction employment and long-term operating jobs.
Oglethorpe Gives $75,000 for Local Recreation and Skilled Trades
Oglethorpe announced $50,000 for a public walking trail and $25,000 for industrial equipment supporting local skilled trades education.
Buc-ee’s Breaks Ground in Monroe County: A Major Milestone for Economic Growth
Buc-ee’s officially breaks ground in Monroe County, GA, marking a major step toward job creation, tourism growth, and long-term economic impact.
Indian Springs Business Park is beginning to get busy! Electric Cities of Georgia’s building is taking shape and another business is beginning to move dirt. The Development Authority of Monroe County appreciates these businesses having confidence in Monroe County to help them grow their business and take care of their families. ...
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Monroe County and the City of Forsyth are proud to welcome Electric Cities of Georgia (ECG) to the Indian Springs Business Park. ECG is constructing a 12,000 square foot building to train linemen. Welcome ECG! ...
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Speaking of “back to school”? Monroe County is proud to cut the ribbon on the new MC College and Career Academy. The Academy has great amenities and opportunities for students to jump start their career. Monroe County schools are already ranked 11th in the State of Georgia and this Academy further proves the emphasis and importance Monroe County places on education. ...
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Dirt is beginning to move to make way for the new ECG training center. The Development Authority is proud to have had a hand in bringing ECG to Monroe. They are a good partner and active in the community. ...
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Monroe County is pleased to be highlighted in this month’s Georgia Trend magazine. ...
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The Development Authority of Monroe County enjoyed hosting Educator Externship Day! Sixteen teachers met with County Commissioners and visited Craft Cottage Builders and toured Five Below. Thank you to our commissioners, George Emami at Craft Cottage Builders and Leia Gatliff, HR Director at Five Below for a interesting and informative day. ...
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Thank you to Oglethorpe Power for getting involved with the Forsyth-Monroe Chamber and allowing the Development Authority a seat at the table at the Chamber’s 2024 Annual Meeting & Community Awards. Monroe County appreciates all you are bringing to Monroe County. ...
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Finally!! The Development Authority of Monroe County is proud to bring Chick-fil-A to Forsyth and hopes you will “Eat Mor Chicken!” ...
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It’s happening this week! Thursday, August 15, is the grand opening of Chick-fil-a in Forsyth! ...
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