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Bigger commitment to boost workforce training

The education and training needed to create a skilled workforce remain a top priority in Georgia. Gov. Brian Kemp (R) recently announced a change to the College & Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI), which is the state’s accountability system for schools. The changes, scheduled to take effect in 2025, are designed to promote high-demand career pathways, those that are aligned with an in-demand industry. “As the No. 1 state in the nation to do business, we have to prepare Georgians for the unprecedented opportunities coming our way, by equipping students

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Dana Lynn McIntyre January 18, 2024 No Comments
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Impact of health on the workforce

A good-paying job makes it easier for workers to live in healthier neighborhoods, provide quality education for their children, secure childcare services, and buy more nutritious food—all of which affect health. Mike Petchenik has more in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik January 18, 2024 No Comments
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The rewards of business mentoring

It is rewarding to help entrepreneurs start and grow their business. Score is a volunteer organization dedicated to helping with start-ups or expanding a business. Are you ready to put all your business knowledge to good use? Please watch this short video. For more information on mentoring for SCORE, click here www.greateraiken.score.org.

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Staff Report January 17, 2024 No Comments
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Columbia County Chamber touts new workforce development center

The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced a new center targeting workforce development, and the Columbia County Chamber is ready to tap into it. The Center for Workforce and Talent Preparedness was announced on Jan. 10 at the annual Eggs and Issues breakfast. “This new strategic initiative was created to lead the state through an unprecedented talent transformation,” said Daniela Perry, Vice President of the Georgia Chamber Foundation in a news release announcing the center. “Talent continues to be the number one issue facing our members. The Center for Workforce and

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Dana Lynn McIntyre January 17, 2024 No Comments
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Cracking down on slumlords

Based on Georgia law, how much autonomy does the city have in putting a stop to run-down housing and the slumlords who own them? We are about to find out. Mike Petchenik has the story in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik January 17, 2024 No Comments
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Mentoring is sharing success

If you’ve been successful in business, why not spread the wealth by taking an up-and-coming business owner or entrepreneur under your wing? It’s a win/win. For more information on SCORE opportunities, click here.

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Staff Report January 16, 2024 No Comments
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CSRA entrepreneur pops up a snack success

Hot or room temperature, popcorn is a favorite snack, both at the movies and at home. More than 17 billion quarts are consumed by Americans every year and the global market is expected to reach almost $4 Billion this year. Dionte Wilder has your cravings covered with WePop Popcorn. His North Augusta business ships his snack throughout the CSRA, across the country, and to military bases around the world. As a retired veteran, Wilder has a special place in his heart for making sure soldiers can taste his treat. “I was

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Mitzi Oxford January 16, 2024 No Comments
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“Achieving” success for students in the CSRA

A center that brings together nearly 30 businesses, governments, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations to give middle school students a leg up in life has opened. The Junior Achievement (JA) Discovery Center of the CSRA held its grand opening on January 11. The center is a partnership with JA, the Columbia County School District (CCSD), and the Richmond County School System (RCSS). This is JA’s 6th center in Georgia and one of 30 nationwide. John Hancock, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Georgia, said it started with a phone

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Dana Lynn McIntyre January 16, 2024 No Comments
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Succession Planning: A key to lasting performance

A week ago today, there was a major shakeup in the world of college football as Nick Saban announced his retirement after 17 years as head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide. Saban has been arguably the greatest coach in the history of college football. In his seventeen years at Alabama alone, he won over 200 games at a winning percentage of almost 88%, along with 9 Southeastern Conference (SEC) championships and 6 national championships. In a previous five-year stint at Louisiana State (LSU), he won two SEC championships and

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Dr. Rick Franza January 16, 2024 No Comments
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Changes upcoming on bar openings?

When New Year’s Eve fell on a Sunday, that didn’t mix well with plans at area bars. Changes may be on the way. Mike Petchenik has more in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik January 16, 2024 No Comments
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