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Opportunities ahead: Business growth in Augusta

As the second largest metro area in Georgia with more than 600,000 residents, Augusta continues to grow. In fact, Augusta has experienced a notable 26% population growth over the past two decades. There are several business trends and economic factors attracting more and more people to the area. One of the largest economic drivers in Augusta is the government. Fort Eisenhower has long played a significant role in spurring local growth as it brings military families, contractors, and other skilled workers to the area. Fort Eisenhower’s population has doubled over

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Kevin Glass, Augusta Market President, Synovus Bank September 10, 2024 No Comments
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Connections & Career Conference: Augusta Staffing Associates

Contact: Robert Kelly Phone: 706-860-4820 Website: Augusta Staffing Associates Address: 218 Oak Street North, Suite E Augusta, GA 30907 For over 45 years, Augusta Staffing Associates has been a staffing powerhouse with their trio of employment agencies across the CSRA. They currently have Augusta Staffing offices in Augusta and Aiken, as well as a Job Shop. Their headquarters are off Washington Rd in Martinez. Vice President, Robert Kelly, loves the work that Augusta Staffing does for the CSRA and is excited about the impact that they are making on the community.

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Erin Campbell September 10, 2024 No Comments
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When conflicts start at the top

Mediation isn’t always between management and employees. Sometimes, issues arise between owners or upper management. HR and Mediation expert, TeKay Brown Taylor says that’s the time to level the playing field. You can also catch the full radio program Saturday at 7:30 AM on 1230 AM.

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TeKay Brown-Taylor September 10, 2024 No Comments
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New business guidelines for some Augusta businesses

Minority and women-owned businesses are encouraged to attend a public meeting to learn about the recently adopted Business Enterprise Program (M/WBE). Augusta commissioners approved an amendment to the city code to add the program. The meeting will include details on how to apply for certification to be part of the program. “It’s really an opportunity for us to let the community know what’s going on with this program, but more specifically, to let them know that the program now exists and has been approved and what the next steps would

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 9, 2024 No Comments
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Work it Out: Coming to the Mediation Table

So, what does a mediation session look like? In today’s “Work it out” video, certified mediation expert, TeKay Brown-Taylor says it could be the main people in a dispute or more. Also, watch the full radio program Saturday at 7:30 AM on 1230 AM.

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TeKay Brown-Taylor September 9, 2024 No Comments
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Simon Says: Positive Labor News in CSRA

Last week, I reported that the unemployment rate in Augusta had risen to 4.1% in July, but what about other measures of the labor market? Employment increased by 500 to exceed 247,000 for the first time. Rising unemployment and more jobs are due to an increase in the labor force of a little over 700 people. Additionally, average weekly earnings were over $1,000 for the first time since December and average hours worked increased by 24 minutes in July from June. Overall, the three-month moving average Labor Market Index (LMI)

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe September 9, 2024 No Comments
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Connections & Career Conference: Kudzu Staffing

Contact: Shanna Patton Phone: 706-303-4325 Website: Kudzu Staffing Address: 7013 Evans Town Center Blvd, Suite 302 Evans, GA 30809 For the last 18 years, Kudzu Staffing has been filling important roles in the fields of Construction, Skilled Trades, Manufacturing, Industrial, Medical, and Education. HR Manager, Shanna Patton is proud of the work that Kudzu Staffing does daily for employees in the CSRA. “We believe in not only hiring individuals but cultivating long-lasting relationships,” she explains. “Like Kudzu, we are fast growing, hard to stop, and cover everything. We see each of

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Erin Campbell September 9, 2024 No Comments
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Local pharmacy creating a buzz with THC sales

It’s taken seven years from the time the Georgia legislature created the Access to Medical Cannabis Commission for medical THC to be sold at an independent pharmacy in Augusta. Living Well Pharmacy, 3736 Mike Padgett Highway, is the first. Part of the holdup was that the licenses were granted only to authorized dispensaries or independent pharmacies. When Vic Johnson started as a pharmacist 40 years ago in Richmond County, there were 25 independent pharmacies, now, there are only four. “There were hoops to jump through. We just got licensed in

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Mitzi Oxford September 8, 2024 No Comments
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Conflict in the Workplace

Do you have someone at work you don’t get along with? Certified mediator, TeKay Brown-Taylor says you are not alone. In today’s video brief, she says there are two reasons why this occurs and how mediation can help. Be sure to listen to the entire program this Saturday morning at 7:30 on 1230 AM.

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TeKay Brown-Taylor September 8, 2024 No Comments
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Beacon Bluff development getting closer to full

Saturday marked the grand opening for the latest business to set up shop in the Beacon Bluff development underway on Georgia Avenue in North Augusta. Bowl Boss offers health and food allergy-conscious acai bowls and smoothies. Many of the items are vegan. Coffees, teas, espressos, and lattes are also on the menu. The restaurant joins Fleet Feet as one of the first businesses in the project. Owner, Vicky Mattson told ABD it is the perfect location for her business. “The connection to the Greeneway in North Augusta and with Fleet

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 8, 2024 No Comments
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