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New arena begins to tower over 7th Street

The size of the new arena is taking shape off Telfair Street between 7th Street and 8th Street and completely changes the skyline. The new arena will be ten stories high, twice the height of the original James Brown Arena. It will be the length of three football fields and seat 10,500, substantially more than the old 7,000-seat capacity. “It’s going up fast. They’re doing a great job,” Brad Usry, chairman of the arena construction subcommittee of the Augusta-Richmond County Coliseum Authority, told ABD. “We got 150 people working every

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Dana Lynn McIntyre July 9, 2026 No Comments
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Medical Facility more than doubles in size

A sports physician group in Evans is celebrating its move from one office to another in the same building. Last Thursday, Piedmont Physicians Sports Medicine Augusta celebrated the relocation of its offices within 465 North Belair Road. “The move allows us to continue to grow and see more patients comfortably,” said Robert Gambrell, M.D., board-certified and fellowship-trained sports medicine specialist at Piedmont Physicians Sports Medicine Augusta. Company leaders tell ABD Piedmont went from three to seven exam rooms, with an in-house x-ray set up. There is also a dedicated nurses’ station

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Neil Gordon June 30, 2026 No Comments
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Business Profile: Mr. Clean Machine USA

ABD: Please tell our readers which hotel we met at and how your service benefits them in ways we probably wouldn’t think of. MCM USA: We were at the Home2 Suites in Grovetown. They wanted to get their image scores up and to create a sanitized environment for their patrons. We are using our drone to soft wash the building exterior and will also use it to clean the windows. Additionally, we are cleaning wood pergolas and all the concrete surfaces. It’s a complete cleaning high and low! ABD: Explain

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Neil Gordon June 23, 2026 No Comments
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Major expansion announced for CSRA company

A multi-million dollar expansion with new ownership and new jobs is now in place for a production facility that has been part of the local economy for 20 years. AmbioPharm, Inc. will invest nearly $119 million into its campus on Dittman Court in North Augusta. The expansion will include an additional manufacturing building and create more than 200 jobs. Details of the major investment were outlined in a news release from Gov. Henry McMaster (R). “AmbioPharm’s expansion in Aiken County is a testament to the advantages of doing business in

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Dana Lynn McIntyre June 23, 2026 No Comments
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One on One: CEO of Norlee Group, Wally Budgell

ABD: Why did the Norlee Group (NLG) feel that Ireland Electric would be a good fit and acquisition? NLG: Ireland Electric stood out because of its strong reputation, talented team, commitment to quality, and long-standing customer relationships. At NLG, we look for companies that share our values, culture, and dedication to excellence, and Ireland Electric embodies those qualities.  Beyond its operational success, Ireland Electric brings specialized expertise and a strong market presence that complement NLG’s existing capabilities. The acquisition allows us to strengthen our service offerings, expand our geographic reach, and create new

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Neil Gordon June 22, 2026 No Comments
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Huge 4 story building going up on Washington Road

Early stages of the construction process are underway on what will be a 24,000 square foot location in the financial space. This project was about five years in the making. ABD was on the site of a future Queensborough National Bank & Trust at 4317 Washington Road near the intersection of North Belair Road by Slim Chickens restaurant. Crews are working on erosion, fencing, utility set-up, and soon clearing of dirt. “Q” is using local teams such as: Allen Batchelor Construction is the project contractor. Johnson, Laschober & Associates (JLA)

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Neil Gordon June 4, 2026 No Comments
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Former First Bank of Augusta gets sold again

The big reveal is coming sometime in June. Cadence Bank (formerly First Bank of Georgia) is becoming part of a larger financial institution. (Spoiler alert below) 160 year-old Huntington Bank will operate all of the Cadence Banks, including this one on Washington Road in front of West Town Shopping Center, one on Wheeler Road, and another on Wrightsboro Road, and one on Washington Road in Evans next to the Kroger Shopping Center. State Bank & Trust Co. acquired First Bank of Georgia in 2015. Cadence acquired State Bank & Trust

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Neil Gordon June 2, 2026 No Comments
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Major shopping center with anchor grocery store coming to CSRA

Thousands of parents and kids spend time each week at Patriots Park, and soon they can go food shopping and have lunch or dinner while there. An executive from a popular grocery store tells ABD about the latest on its possibilities to build in the center. Approximately 20 acres are being developed next to Patriots Park at the corner of William Few Parkway and Columbia Road. Columbia County officials say the developer is Mason Harrison Ratliff from Oklahoma. These are the plans drawn up by the sign company for Patriot’s

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Neil Gordon May 6, 2026 No Comments
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Will E-Z GO in Augusta get sold in 2027?

Textron, the parent company of Augusta-based E-Z Go, says it intends to separate its Industrial segments from the company’s core aerospace and defense businesses. Selling off E-Z Go is a possibility, according to a press release Textron just released to stakeholders and on its website. Amongst its choices, Textron says it intends to explore multiple paths to effect the planned separation of its Industrial segment, including but not limited to a sale of the Industrial businesses or a tax-free separation into a standalone, publicly traded company.  “This planned separation creates

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Neil Gordon May 4, 2026 No Comments
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A sweet investment connected to the CSRA

An international company is making a multi-million dollar investment in one South Carolina town, with a strong candy connection to Augusta. South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster (R) announced the Ferrara Candy Company is opening its first facility in the Palmetto State. Over the next 10 years, the company’s $675 million investment is expected to create 1,000 manufacturing and corporate jobs. McMaster called the announcement a transformative moment for Orangeburg County and all of South Carolina. “Ferrara Candy Company’s $675 million investment in the Midlands is a powerful vote of confidence

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Dana Lynn McIntyre April 29, 2026 No Comments
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