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November 10, 2026
Consumer Stories

Simon Says: Healthy Job Market

For the last year, the Augusta Labor Market Index (LMI) got stronger and stronger —including an uptick in September. The LMI rose 0.1 percent in September and is 1.4 percent higher than a year ago. Each month since September 2025 has seen an increase in the LMI. In September, employment and the labor force both increased. There was no change in the unemployment rate or hours worked, but average weekly earnings fell by $34.20. Although the Augusta unemployment rate is historically low at 3.9%, it is still among the highest in

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Hull College of Business Economics Professor November 10, 2026 No Comments
Closings

Stuckey’s update on Wrens store and property

ABD learned that a company in the midst of Chapter 11 reorganization just changed its business model and is hoping a business leader will step up and rescue an iconic building in the CSRA. Stuckey’s just closed its candy store on the property in Wrens—40 minutes from Evans and opened a satellite store inside the Boling Broke Antique and Mercantile store here in Macon off of I-75. For years, Stuckey’s leased the old Atwell Pecan Company here in Wrens to manufacture and distribute its pecan logs and other candy treats. The

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Neil Gordon November 10, 2026 No Comments
B2B Stories

Getting tax documents in order

Businesses are advised to begin preparing end-of-year steps for tax preparation and become familiar with the latest rules taking effect. SCORE is a national organization of retired business executives supporting small business owners with advice and mentorship. One of its offices is in Aiken. ABD joined a recent webinar sponsored by the organization. It was led by Barbara Weltman, an attorney and author. She provided information on several topics: What’s new for your 2026 return and how to prepare for 2027 Year-end actions that can lower your tax bill Deductions

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Dana Lynn McIntyre November 10, 2026 No Comments