B2B Stories

Looking back and forward with Columbia County Chamber

The Vice President and Managing Director of Government Affairs at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce helped the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce wrap up the 2024 Executive Luncheon series. Tim Monahan offered a glimpse into what he anticipates the first 100 days of the 119th Congress will look like on Capitol Hill as 2025 begins. Up first will be the change in leadership, with Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) stepping in as the new Senate Majority leader. The first chore facing the Senate will be confirmation hearings for income President Trump’s

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B2B Podcasting

Home (Sale) For the Holidays

Ann Marie McManus has been through 40 holiday seasons as one of the most successful real estate agents in the CSRA. Today, she explains why the holidays are one of the best times to buy or sell a home.

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Consumer Stories

Businesses and Community “All in for Miller” Today

When golfers hit the links this morning at the Champions Retreat course in Evans, their hands may be cold, but their hearts will be warm. They are playing in memory of Miller Grover and to support pediatric cancer patient families. The “All in for Miller” tournament was originally scheduled for October 21, but Hurricane Helene had other plans so today is the day. Miller will be smiling down from heaven. He gained his angel wings on April 25, 2017, two weeks after his fourth birthday, following two bouts with a

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Awards

Honoring large and small businesses in Augusta

From one of the smallest to one of the largest, the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce announced its Best in Business 2024 honorees. The annual tradition, held during the Chamber’s final Member Economic Luncheon, pays tribute to Augusta’s Entrepreneur and the Corporation of the Year. Laziza Mediterranean Grill was named Augusta’s Entrepreneur for 2024, and Georgia Power as the 2024 Corporation of the Year. In announcing Laziza owners, Nader (photo right) & Lisa Khatib as the entrepreneur winner, Jay Forrester, Division President of SouthState Bank, said the couple embodies the

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B2B Podcasting

After pre-mediation – do your homework!

There are some key takeaways after a pre-meditation session. At the top are two questions: What do you need? What are your goals? Neil and HR Consultant and Professional Mediator, TeKay Brown Taylor discuss the homework that can make your session successful. You can hear more on the topic this Saturday at 7:30 am on Classy 1230 AM radio.

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B2B Stories

Augusta’s overall economy in good shape, despite Hurricane Helene

The state of Metro Augusta’s economy is good. That was the overarching message at the annual economic briefing sponsored by Augusta University. Led by Dr. Mark Thompson, Dean of the Hull College of Business, and Dr. Simon Medcalfe, Professor with the Hull College of Business and an ABD contributor, the report is a year-end tradition. “It’s an opportunity to really bring the business community together with the academic community to provide insights on what’s going on in the local economy,” Thompson explained for ABD. “It’s networking but it’s also an

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Residential Real Estate

Real Talk Real Estate: Top 10 Affordable Gift Ideas for Homeowners, or Anyone Really!

Christmas is quickly approaching and finding the right gifts for our favorite people can feel like a burden. Today, I thought I would share some of the best gift ideas for anyone you know who just moved into a home. Buying a home is a big milestone; finding the right gift to celebrate doesn’t have to break the bank. Practical, thoughtful, and affordable gifts can make a new space feel like home while helping new homeowners settle in. Here are my favorite gift ideas for young or first-time home buyers—all

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Awards/Celebrations

Best in Business Winners

At the Augusta Metro Chamber’s annual Best in Business award celebration, Innovation and Growth Through Collaboration was the overarching theme, and both recipients have displayed not only the endurance it takes to succeed in business but also a strong commitment to our community and a positive impact on our local economy. Augusta’s Entrepreneur and Corporation of the Year awards were presented by South State Bank. Yesterday, at their final Member Economic Luncheon of the year, the Chamber honored Nader & Lisa Khatib of Laziza Mediterranean Grill as Augusta’s Entrepreneur for

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B2B Podcasting

Inside Look at a Mediation Session

Being enlightened, informed, and aware are a huge part of a mediation service from HR Consultant and Professional Mediator, TeKay Brown Taylor. Neil and TeKay discuss what it takes for a successful mediation. You can catch more of the discussion on Classy 1230 AM at 7:30 am this Saturday.

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Consumer Stories

Generous donation to help CSRA babies

Call it the Christmas spirit or perhaps the giving nature of those pursuing a healthcare career, but Aiken Technical Colleges Student Medical Assisting Association (SMMA) came through in a big way for young CSRA mothers and their babies in need. Aiken Technical College’s Student Medical Assisting Association collected and donated baby-related items to local nonprofit, Prepare for Babies. The student organization held a campus-wide collection drive and was able to donate more than a thousand diapers, 3,400 wipes, 120 containers of baby food, as well as baby clothing, bouncers, walkers,

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