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Aiken Regional names new chief operating officer

Aiken Regional Medical Centers recently appointed a new COO. As of last week, Patti Monczewski is now responsible for the hospital’s day-to-day operations and employee satisfaction, driving growth and market share among service lines, and cultivating relationships within the community. Monczewski most recently served as the chief operating officer of Estrella Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. “I look forward to helping grow Aiken Regional, its services and programs to further strengthen the health and well-being of the community and the Aiken Regional team, its patients, your family, and our neighbors,”

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Staff Report January 15, 2023 No Comments
Closings

North Augusta pizzeria shuts down the ovens and closes the doors

Just a month ago, ABD featured the story of Doughboy’s NY Style Pizzeria as free access to our readers. They were struggling and we thought it might help. It was one of our #1 read stories, but as it turned out their challenges were insurmountable. This was their post on social media over the weekend: “I type this with tears in my eyes, but Doughboy’s will no longer be open! At least not in that location. Maybe down the road in a better location. Obviously, not being open means no

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Mitzi Oxford January 15, 2023 No Comments
B2B Stories

Mondays with Rick: Hull College benefits local businesses in several ways

  Dr. Rick Franza, Dean of the Hull College of Business, discusses a different, timely business topic each Monday in this column. This week, he talks about the quality of education available at the College of Business. The interview has been edited for clarity and impact. ABD: The CSRA is fortunate to have a strong business school in the area. What are the educational aspects of it, both for undergraduate students and for those who are already in the professional business world? Rick: We give all undergraduates a core education

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Gary Kauffman January 15, 2023 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Carolinas-based grocer to open store in Aiken

Lowes Foods is continuing to grow in the Carolinas and has announced five new locations including Aiken. That store will be built at the intersection of Whiskey Road and Powerhouse Road. Other new stores will include one in Indian Land, SC, and others in North Carolina. “We’re excited to be building additional Lowes Foods stores to serve the booming growth areas around Charlotte and northeast of Augusta, Georgia,” Tim Lowe, President of Lowes Foods said. “All five of our new stores are in various stages of planning and construction, and

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Mitzi Oxford January 12, 2023 No Comments
Shawna Woodward

Free Access: Real Talk Real Estate: 5 Reasons Why Using a Realtor Will Save You Time and Money When Buying a Home

When it comes to buying a home, many people believe they can save money by skipping the services of a realtor and going it alone. However, the reality is that working with a professional realtor can save you time, money, and stress in the long run. 1. Access to Listings Realtors are connected to the local Multiple Listings Service where other agents post their listings. This is where you can find the most accurate details on an active listing. Agents will also be able to access the lockbox for showings.

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Braydon Woodward, Re/Max Reinvented Evans January 12, 2023 No Comments
Faith

Free Access: 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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Steve Swanson January 12, 2023 1 Comment
B2B Stories

Local business leaders discuss jobs, housing, and economic development

As more companies and jobs come to Augusta, the need for affordable housing is now more important than ever, according to Janie Terrell Peel. Peel, Director of Sales and Commercial Leasing with Auben Realty, an Augusta-based investment real estate firm, was one of the panelists at a special event hosted for local large and medium-sized businesses, such as SME CPA’s, Augusta Industrial Services, and Azalea Investments, hosted by Augusta Business Daily yesterday. The other two panelists were Augusta Economic Development Authority President, Cal Wray, and ADP’s Augusta Division Vice President

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Josh Heath January 12, 2023 1 Comment
B2B Stories

New partnership expands services and resources for Alison South Marketing

Alison South Marketing Group has expanded digital and operational resources through its new relationship with Xiingo.com, based in Ontario, Canada, with offices in Houston, Texas. Xiingo.com partners have assumed ownership of Alison South which will remain based in Aiken and Augusta, with offices in Chattanooga and Fort Lauderdale, will continue operating under its current name. Mike Thomas, Kate Sanders, and Cynthia South will continue to serve in leadership roles, while Partner, Vishal Shah will become president and acting chief operating officer, and partner, Priya Betala will be the chief financial

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Staff Report January 12, 2023 No Comments
Darin Myers

Free Access: It’s a new year! Time to make your business stronger

Darin Myers is the local facilitator of The Alternative Board (TAB), a peer-to-peer advisory board designed to help company leaders maximize their opportunities and work through challenges. Darin recently retired after a 30-year career in the nuclear industry as the leader of Plant Vogtle I and II. He has proven success in strategic planning and alignment, employee development, organizational performance improvement, accountability, and coaching. Recently, he started a family business in Augusta focused on home health care, providing him the knowledge and experience surrounding small- to medium-sized business operators. Now

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Darin Myers January 11, 2023 No Comments
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