B2B Stories

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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B2B Podcasting

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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B2B Stories

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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Consumer Stories

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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Consumer Stories

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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B2B Podcasting

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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Consumer Stories

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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B2B Podcasting

Biz Bits: Bagels and Bundt Cakes

In the week that was, ABD’s Mike Petchenik looked at a few food and beverage operations. He says both have new owners who are trying to grow niche parts of the café business in the CSRA!

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Shawna Woodward

Best of Real Talk Real Estate: Homeowners Insurance Woes

In recent months, I’ve noticed some concerning trends affecting homeowners across the country. You may have faced increasing difficulties in obtaining and retaining your own homeowner’s insurance. These challenges have become particularly pronounced, affecting both new and existing homeowners. After witnessing the rising insurance costs firsthand, I felt we could all use an update on what to expect moving forward. One of the primary issues homeowners face is the rising cost of insurance premiums. Several factors have contributed to this increase, including, a rise in natural disasters, a rise in

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B2B Stories

More than $12 million expected in River Region coffers this month

A full slate of meetings, sports competitions, and other events are expected to draw more than 114,000 visitors to the CSRA in September, with an estimated economic impact of at least $12,564,076. Both Destination Augusta and the Augusta Sports Council agree that recruiting and hosting these various activities play a critical role in sustaining the nearly 30,000 jobs that are part of the Leisure and Hospitality Industry, the fourth-largest employment sector in the metro area. Total EEI is calculated based on research commissioned by both Explore Georgia and Destinations International

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