Consumer Stories

Local businesses create healthy meals and desserts that taste like the “real thing”

Amber Connor’s bakery creates healthier alternatives to popular desserts, such as cookies, cupcakes, and brownies, and she’s now set her sights on teaching kids to follow its motto of “Treats without the cheats.” Connor, owner of Sinless Sweets located at 4336 B Washington Road in Evans, will offer her first-ever kids’ baking class for children between the ages of 5 and 12 on Wednesday, July 12. “There were 24 spots available, and all the spots sold out in an hour and a half,” she said. “We plan to offer another

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B2B Stories

Former young professional honorees share experiences, wisdom at Chamber event

Each year, the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce and Augusta Magazine compile a list of 10 young professionals who are successful in not only their careers, but also in giving back to the community. This year’s Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch includes business owners, realtors, higher education professionals, and banking executives. On Thursday, they were honored at the Chamber’s Member Economic Luncheon, an event that also included a panel discussion with four past honorees: Shanteka Glover, Senior IT Technical & Business Analyst, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions Paige

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Cyber Security

Secure storage for business on the go

Do you have a need for portable storage? You may not think about security when it comes to jump drives, but security is still important when you need to bring your data with you. Especially, if you have patient data or financial data that you need to keep secure as you travel. The good news is, there are options available now that are cost-effective and will protect your data well. For instance, a 138GB reader with fingerprint partition costs around $30-40. To open the secured section, you will need to

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Faith

Best of Faith Friday: A lifelong faith walk

It is a favorite quote of mine, “If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will take you there.” How often do we grasp this truth? How often have we ventured outside of our “comfort zones” to discover we have been stretched into a new place? A new situation? A new job? A New Year? It has happened in my life several times. My wife and I met at Bible school in Washington State more than four decades ago. A scant three months after we were married, I accepted

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B2B Stories

Young entrepreneur opens hair salon in the CSRA

How do you beat the summer heat? Let us count the ways, a dip in the pool, a relationship with A/C, or another way is opting for a shorter haircut. Summer cuts are cooler and fit the relaxed, carefree lifestyle of the season. At Summer Cuts in Aiken, Summer Engelberg is standing by with scissors in hand to give you a “new do.” “The seasons seem to run in my family. My sisters are named Autumn and Winter, but a customer gave me a sign that reads, ‘Summer cuts all

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B2B Stories

Derek May: What changes have businesses made since the pandemic?

We’ve come a long way since 2020 and Augusta’s doing well. We’re taking a look back at the economic panel discussion from ABD’s Conference and Expo in May, in which Derek May, President of Azalea Investments, speaks about key economic indicators that show how the business world has pulled through.

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Shawna Woodward

Real Talk Real Estate: Embracing the American Dream: Celebrating Homeownership and the Home of the Brave

In the vast tapestry of today’s world, there exists a nation that echoes a resounding chorus of dreams fulfilled. That nation is the United States of America, a place where our value of living is defined by the pursuit of happiness and the cherished milestones that accompany it. As we prepare for the upcoming holiday, I can’t help but feel extremely grateful for those who have paved the way before us and made the amazing lives we live today possible. Owning a home has long been an emblematic milestone, encapsulating

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B2B Stories

Hair today, gone tomorrow? A new wig boutique can help

Editor’s note: I’m a breast cancer survivor. The surgeries and chemotherapy were bad enough but, honestly, one of the worst parts of the experience was losing most of my hair. After all, a woman’s hair is her crowning glory. And yes, I sought out a wig. A full head of hair gives us confidence and makes us shine. Having a good hair day can boost our confidence, as well as our mood. But if you suffer hair loss, it can affect you physically and emotionally. “Your hair doesn’t define you,

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