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July 13, 2023

Faith

Best of Faith Friday: Marriage Makers/Marriage Breakers

I had the privilege of visiting with Dave and Ashley Willis a couple of days ago. They live in the CSRA but are a vital part of a marriage ministry called XO based in Dallas Texas. They are authors and host a podcast called “The Naked Marriage” (which has had 1.1 million downloads just since the first of the year). They also speak to thousands of couples in person at marriage events across the country. Here is the first part of our conversation. Come back for part two next week!

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B2B Podcasting

Bob Bigger: What changes have businesses faced post-pandemic?

Have you thought of a contingency plan? We’re looking back at the economic panel discussion from ABD’s Conference and Expo in May. Bob Bigger, Manager of SRP Commercial Lending, speaks about the importance of looking for opportunities, having flexibility, and being prepared for when times are hard.

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B2B Stories

Owners of successful dog apparel business to launch storefront next weekend

If you throw birthday parties for your dogs, Nic and Bretta Farina have the supplies you need to let your four-legged family members have their cake and eat it too. For the last 11 years, the Farinas have owned Puddle Jumper Pups, which until now, has been a home-based, online business that creates and sells a variety of products, including leashes, collars, harnesses, and accessories. More than 150 retailers nationwide, including Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, which has locations in Augusta and Evans. “Our B2B business has really grown,” Bretta

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Shawna Woodward

Real Talk Real Estate: “Unraveling the Housing Market: Is Change on the Horizon?”

There’s been a recent shortage in the number of home sales, and you might be wondering why that is. What does this mean for the future? I saw some interesting things happening in our local MLS this week. For all those real estate newbies out there, MLS stands for multiple listing service, the website licensed real estate agents use to share home details with other agents. What I saw ignited a faint wonder, is the market starting to shift? My position has been pretty stout on the current sellers’ market

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B2B Stories

A look inside Harlem’s DG Market

The newly opened DG Market at 180 East Milledgeville Road in Harlem, GA. is bringing nearby residents the opportunity to access fresh produce and meats, among other common household items. The location in Harlem is one of over 2,000 DG Markets in the country and the store’s opening has contributed to area employment. “The DG Market provides a one-stop shopping opportunity,” said a statement shared by Jordan Trotter Commercial Real Estate. “Shoppers have access to home accessories, wellness options, cleaning supplies, home goods, and more. The DG Market also offers

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