August 29, 2022

Consumer Stories

Health and wellness: Entrepreneurs launch two side-by-side downtown businesses

Dallas Hooks and Rodney Wells recognized the need for health and wellness businesses in downtown Augusta. That’s why the business partners have launched two complementary businesses: VTS Nutrition at 226 Eighth St. and SOE Studio next door at 230 Eighth St. VTS stands for Vibes. Teas. Shakes and SOE stands for Studio on Eighth. Both businesses celebrated their grand opening on Saturday, August 27. Hooks estimates they occupy a combined 2,000 square feet. VTS serves teas in a variety of flavors, including Coconut Cove Tea Me and Shirley Temple Tea

Story and photos by Josh Heath August 29, 2022 No Comments

Digital Marketing

Free Access: Get your business noticed with Google Business Profile

Google Business Profile is the perfect way to show off your business to the world. With your own listing, you can provide all the details potential customers might want to know, like what services and products you offer, where your business is located, and even some photos. Google Business Profile is available to businesses that interact with customers. This includes businesses with a physical location and businesses that provide services remotely. Having a Google Business Profile ensures your business presence is maximized on Google and it makes it easier for

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B2B Stories

New Jersey company moves HQ to Georgia

Shipping container giant relocates headquarters to Georgia and Coca-Cola makes history with new CEO – Augusta Business Daily Business Update by Mike Petchenik.

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B2B Stories

Allstate explains higher insurance rates

You’re already paying higher prices for gas, groceries, and just about everything else you buy. But if you’re an Allstate car insurance customer, you’ll soon notice a significant increase in that bill, too. ABD previously reported the company is raising its automobile insurance rates by 25 percent, effective Sept. 12 for new customers and Oct. 16 for current customers. While most insurers are currently raising their rates due to inflation and other factors, 25 percent is a very large increase. We contacted Allstate, which released a statement. “Allstate lowered its

Josh Heath August 29, 2022 No Comments

B2B Stories

New tourism manager blends his Big Apple experience with Aiken’s southern charm

Eric Gordon has been on the job for almost a month and is already excited about coming to work every day for the City of Aiken’s Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Department. He hails from Queens, New York, where his parents introduced him to the sights and sounds of the city, including the art museums, Broadway shows, and the New York Philharmonic. Gordon later formed his own company, Beyond Times Square, because he wanted to show visitors that beyond all the Broadway magic, there was much more to New York. His

Mitzi Oxford August 29, 2022 No Comments

Health and wellness: Entrepreneurs launch two side-by-side downtown businesses

Free Access: Get your business noticed with Google Business Profile

New Jersey company moves HQ to Georgia

Allstate explains higher insurance rates

New tourism manager blends his Big Apple experience with Aiken’s southern charm

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