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November 1, 2021
Consumer Stories

Faithful business owner says “I do” to a new retail concept in the CSRA

As Jennifer Grubbs carefully places each pair of earrings in the appropriate packaging for her bride-to-be’s wedding party, she notices people slowly driving by her new location at 500 Furys Ferry Road in Martinez (Suite 103), and peering through the window. Hands on their steering wheel, they attempt, through squinted eyes, to read the signage on the door about the upcoming grand opening of Lace & Veil Bridal Boutique. “That happens all the time,” says Jennifer.  “In fact, I’ve had this building for months and kept paper on the walls

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Josh Heath November 1, 2021 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Mondays with Rick: The JBA Vote!

Editor’s Note: Dr. Rick Franza, has a unique perspective on tomorrow’s bond referendum that would raise taxes on homeowners and business owners in Richmond County. He’s unsure if his employer, a Georgia State School will be exempt. He’s just moved to Richmond County and will face about a $30 a month increase in his property taxes. He also watches local developments in business as the dean of AU’s Hull College of Business. ABD: Rick, let’s start with you. Are you okay with swallowing $300-400 a year in extra property taxes?

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Neil Gordon November 1, 2021 2 Comments
Consumer Stories

Former nurse practitioner expands her herbal business to Augusta

When people get sick, they typically go see their doctors to get prescriptions with hopes of feeling better in a few days. But Kim Adams offers remedies for many common ailments that don’t require a trip to the pharmacy. Adams – who co-owns 2 Wolves Herbal Apothecary with her daughter, Jessica, opened their third and largest store at 469B Highland Avenue in Surrey Center on Friday, Oct. 15. The other two are located in Helen and Cleveland. 2 Wolves sells a variety of all-natural items, such as herbs, teas, tinctures,

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Josh Heath November 1, 2021 No Comments
B2B Stories

Augusta BizBitz

Death of a technology leader in CSRA Today’s “buzz” begins with the death of a respected former journalist and successful CSRA technology business owner Jimmy Bennett. He spent 20 years writing and editing for community newspapers in Statesboro, Eastman, Jessup and Canton. He became the editor of True Citizen newspaper in Waynesboro, GA before going into the computer business. Bennett died last week due to complications from Covid-19. My last email exchange with him showed me how much he still cared about local journalism. “Chuck Smith has joined the growing

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Neil Gordon November 1, 2021 No Comments
B2B Stories

Chamber accepting applications for local business awards

Augusta is home to a long list of great entrepreneurs and corporations, but the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce wants to narrow that list down to two. The Chamber is currently accepting applications for its 2021 Best in Business awards: Augusta’s Entrepreneur and Corporation of the Year. “Our members consistently share with us that recognition of outstanding businesses in our community is important to our continued economic growth,” says Sue Parr, the Chamber’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “We have great stories to tell and our annual Best in Business

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Josh Heath November 1, 2021 No Comments
Augusta Business Daily Podcast

The Change Maker Podcast: Hodges Usry

Business is booming for filmmakers shooting in Augusta or living in Augusta. There are also some native Augusta filmmakers doing quite well in big cities, including Hodges Usry, who lives and works in Nashville. He sat down with Deke Copenhaver recently on the Change Maker Podcast shot at the Augusta Podcast studios on 7th Street in Augusta.

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Neil Gordon November 1, 2021 No Comments