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Tapping into an untapped labor force

Is your company hiring? Are you searching for an employee who shows up on time every day? Do you want to improve your company culture and expand your customer base? Your next great hire may come from a talent pool you might not have considered, people with disabilities. Aiken’s South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation office serves Aiken, Barnwell, and Edgefield counties, matching about 200 employees with employers annually. Sara Wilson has almost 20 years of experience in workforce development, including the past 8 years as the Business Development Specialist for the

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Mitzi Oxford November 4, 2024 No Comments
B2B Podcasting

What does a conflict coaching session look like?

It could be one-on-one or with a group, but the ultimate goal of conflict coaching is the same, resolution through mediation. Neil and HR Consultant and Professional Mediator, TeKay Brown Taylor dive into the topic.

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TeKay Brown-Taylor November 4, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Simon Says: Employment and earnings up!

September saw another record month for employment in the Augusta Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). Employment in September increased by 900 to 248,400. Augusta has seen records broken every month since June. Education and Health Services also saw record employment in September. Employment in September increased by 350 to over 40,000 for the first time. Other sectors that saw employment increase in September were leisure and hospitality (+190), professional and business services (+180), Transportation and utilities (+80), and retail (+40). Wholesale and manufacturing employment fell. Another record fell in September, average

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe November 4, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Millions in federal funds for Augusta’s airport

Georgia’s senators announced Augusta Regional Airport is one of three in line to receive money from a program funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. A news release from Sens. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga) and Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga) said Augusta Regional will receive $4 million from the FAA’s Airport Terminal Program (ATP). The money can be used to build and upgrade airport facilities, along with better transportation options for passengers. “Georgia’s airports are a key driver of job creation and economic competitiveness,” Ossoff was quoted in the news release. “Our bipartisan

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Dana Lynn McIntyre November 3, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Chamber Leaders weigh in on tomorrow’s continuation of 1% sales tax vote

Chamber leaders in Richmond and Columbia County considered the future workforce of the area and how out-of-area companies factor our schools in their decisions to relocate to the CSRA. The Executive leadership for both the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce and the Columbia County Chamber are in agreement on extending the 1% Sales and Use Tax. Voters are encouraged to vote “Yes.” In Richmond County, leaders want to support various essential projects. The extension will go towards constructing and renovating school buildings, improving classroom technology, upgrading athletic and arts facilities,

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Staff Report November 3, 2024 No Comments
Sports / Entertainment

SCAD Film Festival: Take That

In the early 90’s, boy bands were everywhere: ‘NSync, Backstreet Boys, New Kids on The Block. If you turned on your radio, you were guaranteed to hear their catchy tunes. One of those bands, Take That, was huge in the UK…but not the U.S. “Better Man,” a gala screening at the 2024 SCAD Savannah Film Festival may change that legacy. The film is a biography of Take That member, Robbie Williams. Williams came from a loving home with a caring mother and grandmother. His father, while present early on, had

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Kris Hummer November 3, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Update: Augusta airport Helene damage

The Augusta Aviation Commission heard an update from staff members on the damage suffered during Hurricane Helene. Chief Richard Beal, the Fire Chief and EMA Director at Augusta Regional Airport, said they are still working on a formal report. What he presented on Thursday was an overview. “The airport dealt with pretty much the same thing that the entire community did,” he said. “A lot of trees down, power issues and water issues. We had them across the airport. On top of having some of the power issues we had with

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Dana Lynn McIntyre October 31, 2024 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Recovering from Helene: Latin Flavor

Hurricane Helene may have knocked the roof off Maria Singh’s outside seating area, but it didn’t deter her from doing what she’s done since age 9 in her native Dominican Republic – cooking Caribbean style! “I’ve been blessed. We have to help each other,” said the owner of Latin Flavor on the Riverwatch Parkway. After cleaning up the restaurant, Maria began cooking for the Grovetown Police Department and those in need at Fort Eisenhower. Ms. Singh made more than 100 meals, including some Caribbean specialties like Caribbean Chicken, beans, and

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Neil Gordon October 31, 2024 No Comments
Shawna Woodward

Best of Real Talk Real Estate: Choosing the optimal closing date

When purchasing a home, one crucial question you’ll face is, “What day do you want to close?” While this may seem straightforward, selecting the best closing date requires careful consideration. Here are some key factors to keep in mind, particularly for those using traditional mortgage options. The Importance of a Firm Closing Date The closing date in your contract is intended to be a firm commitment for all parties involved. It sets the timeline for everyone to work towards and signifies your agreement to strive to meet this deadline. Popular

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Shawna Woodward, Re/Max Reinvented Evans October 31, 2024 No Comments
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