August 29, 2024

Consumer Stories

Working for the Weekend: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

No matter the time of year, one of our favorite day trips is to visit Riverbanks Zoo in Columbia. This zoo is the perfect size for me. It has a ton of animals and exhibits, but it’s not so big as to be overwhelming or so you feel like you can’t see it all in a day. However, when you visit in the summertime, the heat can be overwhelming. That’s why one of our favorite parts of the zoo is the splash zone in the botanical garden section. They also

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B2B Stories

Augusta business celebrates its first 50 years

A company that has been part of Augusta-Richmond County for half a century celebrated that milestone yesterday morning. StandardAero first opened in 1974. It moved its operations to Augusta Regional Airport about 15 years ago. Russell Ford, CEO of StandardAero, sent a video greeting to the dozens of employees and guests. He said they built StandardAero as a family, and it now has the highest credibility across the aerospace industry. “When I think about our culture and justice, the phrase private workmanship comes to mind,” he began, “The intense focus

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Consumer Stories

Real Talk Real Estate: Inside Scoop: Custom-Built Homes on Acreage in Appling, GA

Are you yearning for a little piece of land in a great area that you can build your own customized home on? Tired of dealing with your HOA and living a sneeze-shot away from your neighbors? Well, I have the scoop on a few great off-market options owned by Greenhead Homes. Let’s explore why you would consider moving to Appling. Appling offers a unique blend of rural charm and convenient access to amenities. It’s a community where you can enjoy the great outdoors, whether it’s boating on Clarks Hill Lake

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Consumer Stories

Award-winning realtor loves her clients and the CSRA

For over 40 years, Ann Marie McManus has studied real estate homes and prices in Augusta, GA. Apprenticing under the training of her father who had been in the real estate profession for most of his career, McManus began her love for the city back in the 70’s. “My father gave me a deep love for Augusta,” said McManus. “Working with him, I was able to see the whole economic spectrum.” Just like her father did with her years prior, McManus finds it a privilege to introduce her beautiful city.

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B2B Podcasting

Getting management buy-in for employee retention

When employees stay on the job for some time, they tend to feel a sense of belonging, which can contribute to higher morale among their colleagues. TeKay and Neil discuss some simple ways to accomplish the retention goal. Tune in for the full segment this Saturday at 7:30 a.m. on Classy 1230 AM.

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