Ben Lang in BBQ Hall of Fame

Hall of Famer Ben Lang with His Langs

Reverse-flow system created a more controlled cooking environment, producing cleaner smoke, and more consistent temperatures and changed how barbecue is cooked

To our customers, competitors, friends, family, and the entire BBQ community — thank you for believing in us, supporting us, and cooking alongside us . From our family to yours, thank you”

— Ben Lang

NAHUNTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ben Lang of Lang BBQ Smokers® has once again been nominated for the National Barbecue Hall of Fame, in recognition of his decades-long

Peachtree Group Celebrates Grand Opening of TownePlace Suites by Marriott Palmdale

Peachtree Group-Developed Hotel Highlights Continued Expansion of Firm’s EB-5 Platform and Hospitality Capabilities

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Peachtree Group announced the grand opening of the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Palmdale in California. The 220-room hotel,

East West Manufacturing™ Appoints Ryan Flynn as Chief Executive Officer

Seasoned Executive Brings Strong Track Record of Integrating Complex Operations, Improving Performance, and Developing New Business

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--East West Manufacturing, a leading Integrated Manufacturing Solutions (IMS) company that designs and manufacturers complex electronic and electro-mechanical products, today announced the appointment of Ryan Flynn as Chief

Portman Hospitality Fund I, LP Announces Acquisition of the Westin Peachtree Plaza

Acquisition marks the first investment by Portman’s fund focused on value-added “big-box” hotels

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Portman, the full-service real estate investment, development and management firm, today announced that Portman Hospitality Fund I, LP has acquired the Westin Peachtree Plaza, a 1,073-key full-service hotel in downtown Atlanta, from Marriott International. The hotel will remain in Marriott’s portfolio under a long-term management agreement.

Portman Hospitality Fund I is focused on pursuing branded, large-scale full-service hotels in

Growing Boutique Fitness Brand HYLO Fitness Expands Into Georgia With New Alpharetta Studio

The HY room, a H.I.I.T training environment within each HYLO studio, featuring low lighting, red hues, high-energy music, and four signature workout stations — Floor, Bike, Bench, and Rower.

An inside peek at a HY class, emphasizing high-intensity interval training in an immersive, high-energy environment.

HYLO Fitness Alpharetta will also feature a LO room, a heated studio environment designed around intentional movement, music, and recovery-focused training.

HYLO Fitness' LO programs incorporate movement-focused classes inspired by yoga principles.

The newest HYLO Fitness is located in Alpharetta, Georgia and is expected to open in August 2026.

The newest franchise location is targeting an August 2026 grand opening in Alpharetta

This concept sets a new, elevated standard for what boutique fitness can look like in the area—thoughtfully designed, results-driven, and engaging.”

— Chris and Morella Atkinson, Franchise Owners of HYLO Alpharetta

ALPHARETTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- HYLO Fitness, a boutique fitness franchise known for its multi-modality training approach and community-focused studio environment, has

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK TO OPEN FIRST UTAH RESTAURANT

Fast casual concept to open in Pleasant Grove, celebrating grand opening on June 9 with free chicken salad for a year

ATLANTA, May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today the opening of its first restaurant in The Beehive State, which will expand the brand's footprint to 23 states. The new

In First Full Year, Youth-Led Nonprofit Gear for Good Atlanta Serves 300+ Athletes and Expands Community Partnerships

Andrew Moran and Alex Schiff, Co-Founders of Gear for Good Atlanta, donate baseball equipment at the Atlanta Braves Foundation Hank Aaron Diamond groundbreaking at Booker T. Washington High School, February 2026.

Gear for Good Atlanta delivers equipment to student-athletes across Metro Atlanta as part of its mission to remove financial barriers to youth sports.

Andrew Moran and Alex Schiff, Co-Founders of Gear for Good Atlanta, partner with Field of Dreams Academy, led by Terry Johnson, to deliver equipment and opportunity to young athletes across Metro Atlanta.

Youth-led 501(c)(3) serves 300+ Metro Atlanta athletes, partners with L.E.A.D., Field of Dreams, and donates gear to Booker T. Washington student-athletes

Being invited to be part of a moment honoring Hank Aaron's legacy at Booker T. Washington was humbling. Seeing Mrs. Aaron speak — that made it real.”

— Andrew Moran, Founder of Gear for Good Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, May 26, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Gear for Good Atlanta Marks a Milestone Year of Community Impact Across Metro Atlanta

Youth-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit honored to