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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

Augusta-based staffing and technology company acquires software company division

An Augusta-based workforce solutions company has expanded by acquiring a division of a major Southeastern software company. MAU Inc. now owns Doozer Software’s project services and staffing division. That division will become a part of 3ci, MAU’s technology solutions division. Doozer is based in Birmingham, Ala. “The acquisition of Doozer opens new avenues of growth for both…

ByJosh Heath6 hours ago0Comments

B2B Stories Education

Judge dismisses case against Austin Rhodes, WGAC

A Superior Court judge dismissed a defamation case against WAGC and talk show host, Austin Rhodes Tuesday afternoon, saying the defendant, James Faller, did not have sufficient evidence to prove clear and actual malice. Faller had filed the suit against Rhodes, claiming that in a show aired in January 2021 and subsequent broadcasts, Rhodes made false…

ByGary Kauffman6 hours ago0Comments

B2B Stories Economics

Simon Says: Pro golfers tee off against monopsonistic employer

Dr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Economics Professor Last week, Gary Kauffman of Augusta Business Daily reported that “the PGA Tour was the only meaningful option for golfers playing at the highest levels, yet the tour doesn’t compensate the golfers for their revenues at the level of athletes in other sports.” (See Pro golfers file antitrust lawsuit). Eleven…

ByDr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Economics Professor 6 hours ago0Comments

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275,000 square feet of shopping centers sold

Two locally run shopping centers with a lot of Anderson family history are now in the hands of outside developers and landlords. On Friday, Aug. 12, the Andersons sold their nearly 70,000-square-foot shopping center, Anderson’s Plaza at 266 Bobby Jones Expressway, for an undisclosed sum of money. Earlier this year, the Village Plaza, which sits on…

ByNeil Gordon, Publisher6 hours ago0Comments

B2B Stories Expansions/Moves

Golden Harvest breaks ground on $3 million renovation project

Inflation has affected not only local businesses and nonprofits like Golden Harvest Food Bank, but also CSRA families struggling to put food on the table. Golden Harvest has broken ground on phase one of a renovation and construction project that will help to provide more meals for those families. The organization’s President and CEO, Amy Breitmann,…

ByJosh Heath6 hours ago0Comments

Consumer Stories Openings

Healthy anger: New North Augusta rage room provides more than just a place to let off steam

Stress and business ownership go hand in hand. What to do? Maybe you could go smash a car or a computer monitor with a sledgehammer, throw plates, or give a punching bag your best shot. You can do all of that at Jekyll and Hyde Destructive Therapy. The new rage/smash room held its grand opening on…

ByMitzi Oxford6 hours ago0Comments

Consumer Stories Restaurants/Food

Local entrepreneurs celebrate the grand opening of a shared kitchen, retail space

When you think of a food court, large corporations like Chick-fil-A and Auntie Anne’s probably come to mind. But Onnie Sanford has launched her own food court featuring only local businesses. OPP 359 Furys Ferry Road Sanford, the owner of Paleo Num Yums located at 359 Furys Ferry Road, has turned her shop into a new shared…

ByStory and Photos by Josh Heath1 day ago0Comments

B2B Stories Economics

Downtown Development Authority meets to discuss business growth

Downtown Augusta is home to a growing list of retail shops, restaurants, and other businesses, thanks to the Downtown Development Authority of Augusta. The agency was created in 1974 to oversee and promote downtown redevelopment. Its board meets monthly to discuss a variety of topics, including projects and initiatives. ABD visited this month’s meeting, which was held…

ByJosh Heath1 day ago0Comments

B2B Stories Economics

Jobs continue to be plentiful in Georgia

Another record year for job growth in Georgia and Pepsi invades Coca-Cola’s territory. – Augusta Business Daily Business Update by Mike Petchenik Mike-Petchenik-audio-2

ByMike Petchenik1 day ago0Comments