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AU one of only three universities to win prestigious cybersecurity award

Augusta University was recently honored with the 2025 CSO50 Award, which recognizes organizations for outstanding innovation and leadership in cybersecurity. Presented by Computer Security Online, a division of Foundry, an IDG Inc. company, the award celebrates 50 projects annually that deliver exceptional business value through creative, effective security strategies. Augusta University, one of only three universities to earn the distinction, also earned the distinction in 2023. This year, AU appears alongside companies including Aflac, Intel Corporation, Mastercard, Principal Financial Group, and TIAA. “Augusta University is one of only three universities

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Staff Report June 25, 2025 No Comments
Consumer Stories

New leadership at the Augusta Entertainment Complex

There were several key developments on the status of the new arena being constructed—including an update on the use of James Brown in the final naming rights. The new General Manager for the Augusta Entertainment Complex (AEC) was introduced at this month’s regular meeting of the Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority. Oak View Group (OVG), which has been managing the venue since 2008, brought Todd Mastry to replace Chris Martin, who had held the position since 2022. Mastry comes from Southaven, Miss., where he was Executive Director of the DeSoto County

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Dana Lynn McIntyre June 25, 2025 No Comments
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Time for Social Security reform…avoid the iceberg!

Last Wednesday (June 18), the Social Security Trustees released their annual report on the financial status of the program. The 2025 report projects that Social Security will become insolvent in 2033. Such insolvency means that the Social Security trust funds will not have enough money to pay promised benefits in full and on time. If this insolvency is not addressed, in 2033, retirees will face an automatic 23% benefit cut under the law. The problem will continue to get worse as more and more baby boomers like me continue to

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Dr. Rick Franza June 24, 2025 No Comments
Consumer Stories

The heat is on and so is the need for relief

With just over a week left in June, The Salvation Army of Augusta is making a final push to collect boxed fans and bottled water through its partnership with local restaurant Tacocat. These donations provide relief to those most vulnerable to the summer heat, especially seniors and individuals struggling with the high cost of air conditioning. “Summers in Augusta aren’t just uncomfortable—they can be life-threatening, especially for seniors and individuals unable to afford the high cost of running their air conditioners,” said Major Jonathan Raymer of The Salvation Army of

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Staff Report June 24, 2025 No Comments
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Quality healthcare = healthy economic development

The importance of a vibrant healthcare system and its impact on economic development was highlighted by the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 1Q report. The Foundation examined the first of five pillars that the Chamber has identified in its Georgia 2050 initiative: Regional Prosperity and Healthy Communities. “Georgians need access to quality healthcare to sustain vibrant communities with a quality of life that attracts and retains the next generation of talent,” the report began. It is a message that resonates with Russell Lahodny, President and CEO of the Columbia County

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Dana Lynn McIntyre June 24, 2025 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Technology and the business of medicine

Nearly 20 hospitals scattered across rural Georgia will benefit from a digital network from some Augusta area technology. The Medical College of Georgia’s Center for Digital Health is working through the Wellstar Digital Care Network to reach patients where they are and provide the right healthcare in the right place at the right time. In the early days of digital medicine, only 30% of patients were able to remain at their local hospital. Now, 70% of patients receive care close to home. “We’ve used telemedicine and digital technologies in the

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Dana Lynn McIntyre June 23, 2025 No Comments
Consumer Stories

CSRA business develops future workforce

A new company is training the next generation of science, technology, engineering, and math professionals to capitalize on the demand for STEM positions in the CSRA. iCode is now open in Furys Ferry Station at the Riverwatch Parkway at 229 Furys Ferry Road. Some of the other tenants in the strip centers include Mass Media Marketing, Fleet Feet, Marco’s Pizza, and La Bonbonniere Chocolates. Jordan Trotter Commercial Real Estate represented both the landlord and iCode in the transaction.

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Neil Gordon June 23, 2025 No Comments
B2B Stories

Simon Says: CSRA economy dips in April

There is a lot of uncertainty and volatility in the economy at the moment, and that can also be seen in the local data. The Augusta Leading Economics Index (LEI) fell 3.8 percent in April from March, but increased 0.6 percent on a three-month moving average. It is 1.3 percent higher than a year ago (0.9 percent using the moving average). Looking at only changes from March, all five components of the LEI deteriorated in April.  Residential construction permits returned to more normal levels after March’s bumper month. Initial claims

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe June 23, 2025 No Comments
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Financial impact related to military name change

The decision to rename Fort Eisenhower has led local organizations and government agencies taking steps to return to the original name, Fort Gordon. Following an unexpected announcement by President Trump on June 10, the original names of seven army posts are being restored. While the name Fort Gordon has been restored, it is with a new purpose. The name originally recognized MG John Brown Gordon, who served in the Confederate army. It is now honoring Medal of Honor recipient MSG Gary Gordon of Maine. He lost his life while aiding

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Dana Lynn McIntyre June 22, 2025 No Comments
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2 Questions with the Dean: High School Competition

If your high school-aged child has an interest in business, there are a few clubs they can join. In today’s 2 Questions with the Dean—Dean Thompson of the Hull College of Business explains how HCOB is working with high schools on a special competition. ABD: Can you define what DECA and FBLA are, and the actual competition that you have? HULL: There are two different chapters, but they tend to have regional and state-level type competitions that fit within the domain of business. So, one of the things that we

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Neil Gordon June 22, 2025 No Comments
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