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Young entrepreneur turns passion for cars into profession

Angel Rodriguez has always been a “car guy.” When he was a teenager and began driving, he wanted an immaculate car inside and out. In May of 2023, at 22 years old, he turned that pride for a clean ride into 803 Mobile Detailing and Wash and now serves the CSRA. “I decided to go all out and bought the equipment and van to be able to provide a convenient service without the hassle of traveling to a brick and mortar, waiting in line, or trying to arrange for transportation,”

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Mitzi Oxford March 3, 2024 No Comments
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CSRA ad agency re-brands itself

18 Augusta-Aiken employees are now Osla employees after 7.5 years under the brand of Alison South. Alison South was formed in October 2016, when Mark Alison sold his legacy agency, Alison and Associates to the South Company. He brought over Queensborough National Bank & Trust and other clients, which helped propel the company’s growth. “I am delighted to see a new name, said Alison, who is now retired. The Alison (South) brand had a very good run and should enjoy a well-deserved retirement.” Former partners of Alison South sold the

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Neil Gordon March 3, 2024 No Comments
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Multi-million dollar sale of major Augusta manufacturer

Clearwater Paper Corporation will acquire Graphic Packaging, a bleached paperboard manufacturing facility, for $700 million based on adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization) of approximately $100 million. Cal Wray, President of the Augusta Economic Development Authority (AEDA), told ABD he has spoken with Graphic Packaging about the transaction. “The facility in Augusta fits into the portfolio of Clearwater much better, which should mean longer-term access to growth for the Augusta facility because it’s a better fit within Clearwater,” he said. “Bleached paperboard plays a major role in sustainable

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Dana Lynn McIntyre February 29, 2024 No Comments
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One step closer to reality

Concerts and more are expected to pump up the CSRA economy, as a new James Brown Arena is under construction. Mike Petchenik has more on the potential impact in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik February 29, 2024 No Comments
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Augusta sees Black History Month tourism boost

Today may be the last day of the month of Black History Month and a special Electric Vehicle promotion—but Destination Augusta CEO and President, Bennish Brown thinks the AAA travel troupe saved the best for last! At a news conference at the Augusta Tourism Center’s headquarters, Brown, representatives from the Augusta mayor’s office and the Lucy Craft Laney Museum shared with the AAA how important this unique program is. “AAA is a brand that shouts reliability and they know how to partner with businesses to save money on goods and

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Neil Gordon February 28, 2024 No Comments
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Celebrating the big 50!

Make no mistake, 50 years in business means that a company has generated customer respect and loyalty. It also means they have embraced support for helping the community. Mike Petchenik has the rest of the story in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik February 28, 2024 No Comments
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Spring Training and Masters Practice Round: Getting Ready for the Show

During the next two weekends, my wife and I will be traveling to Hilton Head and Jekyll Island, respectively. We often travel to Hilton Head in its “off-season” for a long weekend change of scenery with walks on the beach and general relaxation. We find late February is a good time to go as the chance of warmer weather becomes more likely. While our trip to Jekyll Island is as much business (board retreat) as pleasure, we are excited about the prospect of a more beach atmosphere before the peak

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Dr. Rick Franza February 27, 2024 No Comments
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New business opportunity in the heart of downtown

Mixed-use buildings are experiencing a surge in popularity. This trend reflects a departure from traditional single-use buildings, as developers and investors increasingly recognize the benefits of blending residential, office, and retail spaces within one structure. There is a new building available in Downtown Augusta with available office space. As ABD continues to report on new faces and places in Downtown Augusta including The Earth Pantry, a grocery store that opened in November at 1026 Broad Street, the heart of the city is painting the picture of a place to work,

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Staff Report February 27, 2024 No Comments
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Higher than a kite!

It pumps about a quarter of a million $ into the local economy. Good news is that the Augusta Regional Airshow will be making a return flight. Mike Petchenik has more in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik February 27, 2024 No Comments
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