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ABD Business EXPO Preview: E3 Pallet Solutions

Contact: Adam Sasser Address: 1697 Broad St Unit 1D, Augusta, GA 30904 Phone: (762) 895-9663 Website: E3Pallets.com While trying to find a way to make money in the off-season, professional baseball player, Adam Sasser stumbled upon the idea of recycling, repairing, and reselling wood pallets. He started with a 25-year-old truck that was given to him by his grandfather, a 12-foot borrowed trailer, and a 10×20 piece of ground next to his parents’ house for storage. Within eight months, E3 Pallet Solutions purchased a new truck, two gooseneck, flatbed trailers,

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Dustin Turner October 9, 2023 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Simon Says: Throwing some good numbers your way

I was told by a colleague that my column last week was a bit too much doom and gloom, so I have some good news to cheer you up this week. THE CRICKET WORLD CUP HAS STARTED!!!! Last Thursday, England played New Zealand in the opening game of the tournament being played in India. The opening game of the tournament is a replay of the final from 2019, where England prevailed on the number of boundaries they scored after the match was tied after 50 overs and a super over.

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe October 9, 2023 No Comments
B2B Podcasting

Fate of new JBA rests in voters’ hands

Renovation of the Bell Auditorium is underway, but the next step is a biggie. Whether or not, an adjacent James Brown Arena will go up is up to a vote. Mike Petchenik has the details in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik October 8, 2023 No Comments
B2B Stories

ABD Business EXPO Preview: Proliphic Career Services

Contact: Davida Billingsley, owner Phone: 314-368-9176 Email: proliphiccareer@gmail.com Website: proliphiccareers.com Over three years ago, I opened Proliphic Career Services with the hopes of helping one million people reach their dreams and began laying the groundwork to do so. At that time, I had more than 15 years of experience with career development, resume writing, interviewing techniques, and training gained from my twenty-plus years in the United States Navy. Through trial and error, location barriers, and military versus the civilian world verbiage, I slowly learned how to run a business that

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Submitted by Davida Billingsley October 8, 2023 No Comments
Consumer Stories

T’s “re-opening” brings back childhood memories

Edward Carruthers and his friend were one of the first customers last week at the launch of T’s food truck outside their original location on Mike Padgett Highway. Carruthers jumped at the chance to have lunch on Thursday afternoon with his friend. “I was here two or three times a week prior to the fire, “said the Augusta area auto mechanic. His favorite was the boatload salad bar, but he’ll gladly enjoy other T’s delicacies. Carruthers ordered the flounder, with hand-cut fries and T’s famous (oversized) hush puppies for $14.

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Neil Gordon October 8, 2023 No Comments
B2B Stories

Mondays with Rick: ABD Expo, golf outings offer valuable networking opportunities

Dr. Rick Franza, Professor of Management at the Hull College of Business, discusses a different, timely business topic each Monday in this column. This week, he talks about taking advantage of networking opportunities. The interview has been edited for clarity and impact. ABD: In a few weeks, ABD’s Fall Business Expo will take place, and this is also the time of year when various golf fundraisers are scheduled. Why are those types of events important to local businesspeople? Rick: Anytime you can expand your network it’s valuable, whether through a

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Gary Kauffman October 8, 2023 No Comments
Consumer Stories

AU student-athletes join the team to fight cancer

Patients being treated at the Georgia Cancer Center (GCC) at Augusta University have new members on their team, and they know all about working as a team. Student-athletes at Augusta University launched the “Here to Win” campaign during a recent news conference. The campaign will bring awareness to cancer prevention and early detection, while also raising funds to support research projects at GCC. Ryan Erlacher, athletic director at Augusta University, said Jaguar athletics has long partnered with GCC for cancer awareness games. However, they looked for a way to advance

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Dana Lynn McIntyre October 8, 2023 No Comments
B2B Stories

Deep pockets for downtown Augusta historic investment

A property steeped in history with a potential lucrative future is for sale, if you can pony up almost $2 million. Almost 21 years ago, The Bees Knees helped pioneer modern dining in Downtown Augusta. Over the years, the space at 215 10th Street has been a gathering place for many seeking a unique culinary experience. Now, with Manny’s Off Broad and Lenox on Tenth, a new generation of restauranteurs has taken up the baton and an opportunity to invest in Augusta’s downtown has presented itself. The property offers approximately

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Staff Report October 8, 2023 No Comments
B2B Stories

Harlem businesses prepare for new faces this weekend

A popular annual event is coming up this weekend in Harlem. The 34th Annual Oliver Hardy Festival kicks off at 9 a.m. on Saturday, October 7. Hardy, half of the famous comedy duo of Laurel and Hardy, was born in Harlem in 1892. In 1989, Harlem launched its first celebration of its native son. “We typically have vendors lining the street, they can sell anything from Christmas decorations all the way to hand-carved wood crafts,” said Meghan Foster, Director at The Harlem Museum and Welcome Center, the Home of the

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Dana Lynn McIntyre October 5, 2023 No Comments
B2B Stories

ABD Business EXPO Preview: Armour Roofing

Contact: info@teamarmourroofing.com Address: 237 Park Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801 Phone: (803) 480-9113 Website: TeamArmourRoofing.com Armour Roofing believes every roof replacement is an opportunity to serve our local community. Whether you own a high rise on Main Street, or you’re nestled into a beautiful brick ranch, Armour has the team and tools necessary to take care of all your roofing needs. Armour Roofing is known as “The Gold Standard” in the roofing and exterior construction industry. We strive to deliver this standard for all customers, whether you are a third-generation

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Provided by Armour Roofing October 5, 2023 No Comments
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