Military

B2B Stories

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

Dana Lynn McIntyre June 22, 2025 No Comments

Awards/Celebrations

Paying tribute to area military personnel

The Columbia County Exhibition Center hosted a full house, awash in red, white, and blue to honor Fort Gordon, the Augusta area’s largest and one of its oldest employers. It was established in 1941 as Camp Gordon. The Columbia County Chamber, North Augusta Chamber, Alliance for Fort Gordon, Greater Augusta Black Chamber, Thomson-McDuffie Chamber, and Veteran Golfers Association co-sponsored the annual Military Appreciation Luncheon, part of the Executive Luncheon Series. Among the speakers was Dr. Tom Clark, Executive Director of the Alliance for Fort Gordon, who retired from the post

Dana Lynn McIntyre June 19, 2025 No Comments

B2B Stories

Speedy service on Ft. Eisenhower

In a significant leap towards enhancing digital connectivity for military families, eCommunity™ Fiber, in partnership with the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange), has successfully completed the installation of its cutting-edge fiber-optic internet infrastructure at Fort Eisenhower. The event commenced with welcoming remarks and introductions, followed by detailed presentations from representatives of the Army & Air Force Exchange Service (Exchange), Boldyn Networks, and eCommunity™ Military. Speakers emphasized the project’s pivotal role in modernizing the base’s infrastructure and its positive impact on the community, echoing sentiments highlighted in recent reports regarding the

Staff Report April 30, 2025 No Comments

B2B Stories

Protecting benefits for CSRA military survivors

Both of Georgia’s U.S. Senators support a bipartisan bill that could yield support for Metro Augusta’s military population. Called the Love Lives On Act of 2025, it is championed by Senators Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) with nearly two dozen co-sponsors, including Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.). This legislation specifically amends Title 10 and Title 38 of the U.S. Code. Currently, benefits from the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs are terminated if the surviving spouse remarries before the age of 55. If passed, the new law

Dana Lynn McIntyre February 11, 2025 No Comments

B2B Stories

Meeting the needs of CSRA and GA military veterans

To prepare for Georgia’s 2025 Legislative Session, lawmakers traveled the Peach State collecting citizen input on specific needs. The tour included a stop at the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center in Augusta. It was a joint meeting by the members of the House Defense and Veterans Affairs Committee and the Senate Veterans, Military, and Homeland Security Committee. “Our intent was to go to areas where there was a pretty heavily veteran population and discuss this issue that’s very relevant to veterans, and that’s how they’re receiving their benefits from

Dana Lynn McIntyre January 2, 2025 No Comments

B2B Stories

$54,000 CSRA business gift supports veterans’ families

A major fundraising event for two local Fisher Houses was originally scheduled for September, then rescheduled to October before being canceled because of Hurricane Helene. It seems fitting as we approach Thanksgiving, sponsors told event organizers, “Keep the money.” The Augusta Chapter of the Association for the United States Army (AUSA) organized the event to support the area’s two Fisher Houses, one on post at Fort Eisenhower and the other at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center on Wrightsboro Road. “Fisher Houses provide free lodging for families whose loved ones

Dana Lynn McIntyre November 26, 2024 No Comments

B2B Stories

Taking steps toward recovery on post

Fort Eisenhower and Eisenhower Army Medical Center (EAMC) are beginning to phase in operations as the post and hospital recover from Hurricane Helene. Beginning on October 3, the post operated under controlled access. Only mission essential personnel, first responders, and residents were permitted on the post. MG Ryan Janovic, Commanding General at Ft. Eisenhower, said 37 of the post’s 780 family housing units were significantly damaged. “Significant damage, most often here now referred to as a large pine tree through the roof, as it is happening off the installation as

Dana Lynn McIntyre October 7, 2024 No Comments

B2B Stories

Fort Eisenhower declares safe haven for military forces and families: Remains closed through October 4

Editor’s note: The largest non-manufacturing employer in the CSRA with an annual economic impact of 2.4 billion dollars is Fort Eisenhower, but even a military installation is not immune to the impact of a major hurricane. In the latest update on Fort Eisenhower, based upon continued degraded conditions on the installation, Commanding General, Maj. Gen. Ryan M. Janovic extended the installation closure through Friday, October 4, 2024. Only mission essential & emergency operations persons, as well as residents, will be allowed to enter the gates. “The safety, health, and security

Staff Report October 1, 2024 No Comments

B2B Stories

Short and Long-Term Predictions

The opinions expressed are those of Retired Major General Perry Smith, an author of several leadership books. They do not necessarily reflect those of Augusta Business Daily. The Harris/Walz momentum will fade a bit between now and election day. However, on 20 January 2025, Kamala Harris will become the 47th President of the United States. This event will lead to great joy as well as disappointment and anger. A “wild card” will help propel Harris to victory—swifties4kamala. The Taylor Swift factor will be huge. Millions from age 18 to age 35

Ret. Maj. General Perry Smith September 25, 2024 No Comments

B2B Stories

The Power of Planning and Prediction

Publisher’s Note: Retired Major General Perry Smith’s views are his own and do not necessarily match those of Augusta Business Daily. This is the first of a two-part article that may be of interest to those of you who love to look into the future. Having been a planner most of my adult life, I have found that serious planning leads to predictions, as well as both wild card and probability analysis. I love to make predictions. However, they only count if I communicate them to others in one of

Ret. Maj. General Perry Smith September 24, 2024 No Comments

Financial impact related to military name change

Paying tribute to area military personnel

Speedy service on Ft. Eisenhower

Protecting benefits for CSRA military survivors

Meeting the needs of CSRA and GA military veterans

$54,000 CSRA business gift supports veterans’ families

Taking steps toward recovery on post

Fort Eisenhower declares safe haven for military forces and families: Remains closed through October 4

Short and Long-Term Predictions

The Power of Planning and Prediction

RECENT STORIES

New leadership for regional development group

Best of Rick Franza: Location, Location, Location

Augustan to lead organization contributing to $44 million arts industry

Categories