Around 1,000 people gathered in the Columbus Convention & Trade Center last week, as politicians and business leaders across the state convened for the Georgia Chamber of Commerce 2025 Congressional Luncheon.
U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-GA) headlined the Aug. 20 event along with U.S. Reps. Sanford Bishop (GA-02), Earl “Buddy” Carter (GA-01), Mike Collins (GA-10) and Austin Scott (GA-08).
State Rep. Teddy Reese and Columbus Councilor Joanne Cogle were among local elected officials who attended the luncheon.
“As a representative in Atlanta, I see firsthand the work that the chamber does to bring businesses to our state,” Reese told the Ledger-Enquirer. “So, when you’re hosting them in your town, of course, you have to show up and show support and show them the best Columbus has to offer.”…