This past Tuesday the interchange of Georgia 400 and Old Milton Parkway was renamed the “Richard L. Jackson Interchange”— a tribute to CEO and philanthropist Rick Jackson of Alpharetta-based Jackson Healthcare. Sen. Brandon Beach, R-Alpharetta– who authored the renaming legislation– says “Jackson has done an unbelievable job in building a company that provides so many important jobs. Jackson Healthcare employees are among the most productive and happiest you will find due to the company’s dedication to giving back and serving others. When you learn about his humble beginning, you realize Rick truly embodies the American dream.” Rick Jackson and his son Shane (president of the huge healthcare staffing company) support a wide range of charities– especially helping foster care children. RISING…
Record year for film industry
California Gov. Gavin Newsom may be taking shots at Georgia in an attempt to lure the film industry back west, but the Peach State’s film industry continues to break records. 2022 was another record year for the tv and film industry, with over $4.4 billion in direct spending, according to a new report from the Georgia Department of Economic Development. That money came from 412 total productions in FY22, as the film industry remains RISING…
