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The Fed again: The players, the game, and you

It was only two weeks ago in this space that I commented on the Federal Reserve’s symposium in Jackson Hole and what it might mean for interest rates and the U.S. economy. So, you might be surprised that I am addressing the Fed again so soon, especially since I am not an economist, finance expert, or banker. However, since there is so much happening with the Fed that will likely impact us as business people, consumers, and investors, I thought it might be helpful to summarize what is going on

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Dr. Rick Franza September 10, 2025 No Comments
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New COO named for future CSRA medical center

Citing a 25-year record of leadership across various healthcare settings, Wellstar Health System has appointed a familiar face as Chief Operating Officer for their medical center opening next fall. Nelson So has led startups, managed change, and fostered collaborations, making him a strong fit for Wellstar and the CSRA, according to Ralph Turner, President of Wellstar MCG Health and Senior Vice President for Wellstar. So will assume responsibility for all aspects of Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center, scheduled to open in the fall of 2026. A retired Colonel with the

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Staff Report September 10, 2025 No Comments
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$500,000+ cybersecurity conference returns next month

Hurricane Helene wiped it out last year, but BSides Augusta is back on track for October and should secure a strong punch to the CSRA economy. Figures provided by Destination Augusta show the impact BSides has on the local economy. In 2023, the conference pumped more than $500,000 into the local economy. The cancellation in 2024 meant a loss of just over $555,000. Early predictions for this year say the event will mean more than $522,000, with final figures tallied after the conference. BSides is a cybersecurity conference for practitioners

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 10, 2025 No Comments
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Masters job expos today and tomorrow at AU

Counting down the days (212 to be exact) until The Masters? Here’s your chance to work it. Augusta University will once again host two job expos where AU students, faculty, staff, and alumni can learn about opportunities to work during the tournament held each spring. The first job expo will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, at the Jaguar Student Activities Center Breezeway on the Summerville Campus. The second job expo will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 10, in the lobby of the Health

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Staff Report September 9, 2025 No Comments
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$how them the money!

Financial education has been linked to lower debt levels, higher savings, and higher credit scores as children mature into adulthood. That’s why Security Federal Bank (SFB) is helping young children learn the importance of saving. The bank is rolling out the next generation of its longtime program, formerly called the Looney Tunes Kids account. $uper $avings is the new branding and features the $uper $avings Bunny. “Our youth savings program has helped generations of local kids start strong with smart saving habits,” said Phil Wahl, President at SFB, in announcing

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 9, 2025 No Comments
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Simon Says: Augusta Labor Market is improving

The Augusta Labor Market Index remained unchanged in July from June. It is 1.0 percent higher than a year ago. As previously reported in this column, employment fell in July, but other measures of labor market activity remained strong. Average weekly earnings rose by 2.6 percent ($30.70) over the month, and average weekly hours worked increased by 36 minutes. The unemployment rate remained at 4.2% and the labor force fell by just 0.1 percent. Since the beginning of the year, the Augusta LMI has increased by 0.5 percent, faster than

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe September 9, 2025 No Comments
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Hull College of Business: The importance of soft skills

Training comes in different forms— very hands-on in the manufacturing world—high tech in the Cyber world, etc. What about the presentation part of getting the job? Today, Dr. Mark Thompson, Dean of AU’s School of Business, explains new developments in helping prepare students for the real world. ABD: Mark, how are you retooling your academic center to get the students ready for their careers? MARK: So, the Business School has a Career and Academic Planning Center, and historically, it has served our students by providing one-on-one advising, one-on-one in terms

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Neil Gordon September 8, 2025 No Comments
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Rebranding for an Augusta charter company

A local company that offers private charter jet service has unveiled a new look. Bravo Air, based at Augusta Regional Airport (AGS), revealed the rebranding in mid-August. Co-owner and CEO Pamela Davison said the change was the outcome of a period of restructuring and a new management team. “As we did that, we realized we were developing a brand new identity, and we were creating something amazing, and it was very different than what we originally had,” she said. “We decided we didn’t want to change the name, but we

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Dana Lynn McIntyre September 8, 2025 No Comments
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Another step forward in solving the CSRA doctor shortage

Aiken Regional Medical Centers is joining a nationwide movement to address the public health crisis of a physician shortage. As ABD has reported, this shortage is a public health crisis impacting access to care, especially in rural areas, leading to longer wait times, delayed diagnoses, and increased use of emergency services. Aiken Regional Medical Centers (ARMC) recently hosted its resident physicians for Resident Research Day. The Graduate Medical Education Program hosts this event to showcase the residency program’s commitment to advancing medicine through diverse and comprehensive research projects that explore

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Staff Report September 8, 2025 No Comments
Awards/Celebrations

Flying high with #1 ranking

CSRA employees of Delta Air Lines, including at Augusta Regional Airport and the airline’s local Call Center off Riverwatch Parkway, have reason to celebrate. Delta was named among the top American employers in three states by Forbes, in its seventh annual ranking of employers by State. The airline was tabbed as the No. 1 employer for the fourth year in a row in Georgia and the second consecutive year in Michigan. Among the 1,417 companies named in the survey, Delta ranked No. 1 in Georgia, Michigan, and Utah. The airline

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Staff Report September 5, 2025 No Comments
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