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November 24, 2024
Consumer Stories

CSRA Christmas campaigns see greater needs this year

The Salvation Army of Augusta has kicked off two familiar campaigns as Christmas shopping goes into high gear. After Helene, the requests for help are substantially higher. The Angel Tree campaign provides toys and clothing to children who might otherwise receive little or nothing on Christmas Day. Janelys Villalta, Marketing and PR Manager, told ABD they started taking applications for Angel Tree during the time of Hurricane Helene. She said last year, they served about 1,000 children. They’ve seen a big spike in requests this year. “We’re at about 1,400

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Dana Lynn McIntyre November 24, 2024 No Comments
Consumer Stories

How to SCORE More Holiday Shoppers

As the holiday shopping season approaches, small businesses are gearing up for one of the busiest times of the year, from Black Friday to Small Business Saturday and beyond. SCORE, America’s largest network of volunteer, expert business mentors, offers entrepreneurs practical advice to make the most of the season. Plan for the Holiday Rush Reflect on last year’s performance. Did you meet your sales goals? Use your previous data to forecast sales, set promotional strategies, and manage staffing needs to provide outstanding customer care. “It’s about more than just sales; it’s

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Staff Report November 24, 2024 No Comments
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Boosting business with an HR Bootcamp

With a military background, HR Consultant and Professional Mediator, TeKay Brown Taylor, understands the “basics” of Bootcamp. So many applications from that experience apply to business success. She and Neil dive into how an HR Bootcamp can boost your business.

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TeKay Brown-Taylor November 24, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

One-stop Shop Opens in CSRA

Just in time for the year’s busiest shopping season, a new retail store has opened in North Augusta. After a few months of operating a mobile boutique, Autumn Grace Boutique opened on November 16 at 401 W. Martintown Road in the North Hills Shopping Center. “The reception for our Grand Opening was wonderful. Customers loved the many brands of clothing we stock for men, women, and children,” said owner, Alicia Byars. Those brands include Fieldstone, Roost Waterfowl, Southern Strut, Zenana, Risen, and Southern Down Outfitters. Autumn Grace Boutique also carries

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Mitzi Oxford November 24, 2024 No Comments