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October 28, 2025
B2B Stories

Giving back to a new class of young leaders

Applications are being accepted for two programs designed to help young professionals in the early days of their careers. The Columbia County Chamber of Commerce offers the programs. They are Young Women on the Way (YWOW) and Young Men on the Move (YMOM). “So, we’re talking about 22-year-olds to 30-year-olds, and this is an important part of starting their career,” David Jameson, interim President and CEO of the chamber, told ABD. “They will benefit from this mentorship-based program. It’s career-focused, and it’s built to help them be stronger earlier in

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Dana Lynn McIntyre October 28, 2025 No Comments
B2B Stories

Simon Says: New Inflation Data

If you are concerned about higher prices impacting your quality of life, may I suggest an evening in sewing: sewing machines, fabric, and supplies are 6.4% cheaper than a year ago. Treat yourself to a bottle of wine (1.2% cheaper) and a pint of ice cream (0.7% cheaper). I have given a couple of community presentations recently and been asked the same question twice: Why does the inflation data not include prices of food and energy? In fact, the headline inflation figure does include food and energy, although the government

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe October 28, 2025 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Grand Re-Opening of 34,000 square foot Walmart Completes Remodel of Martinez Store

The next time you walk into a neighborhood Walmart, you might think it’s brand new. In reality, five CSRA locations are undergoing major renovations. The first one completed is here at 3851 Martinez to Locks Rd in Evans. ABD first told you about the updates and improvements in progress with THIS story in late summer. Friday was the grand re-opening. Highlights include brand-new concrete floors and a revamped pharmacy with a wellness room, which includes a space for medical testing and treatments. Wellness rooms are being introduced in Walmart stores

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Neil Gordon October 28, 2025 No Comments