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Award-winning baker branches out with grand opening for new restaurant

If you’ve ever had a sweet tooth, you’ve probably visited Bottom Line Bakery at 4534 Washington Road in the past couple of years. Surely, the display of cakes and the aroma of freshly baked bread and cinnamon rolls drew you into the establishment started by Kelsey Lucius. You might also have caught her on Season 7 of Chopped Sweets, where she turned four somewhat questionable baskets of ingredients into Million Dollar Desserts which captured the $10,000 winning prize. That was in March 2020. A few months later, Lucius opened her

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Mitzi Oxford October 17, 2023 No Comments
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And the state of the college is…

Mike Petchenik explains what Dr. Jermaine Whirl presented in his State of the College address. Get the latest facts and figures in today’s edition of Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik October 17, 2023 No Comments
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Columbia County industry announces major expansion

One of the largest employers in Columbia County has announced a major expansion. Club Car will be expanding into a 105,000-square-foot facility in the White Oak Industrial Park in Appling, Ga. The new facility will join Club Car’s existing facility that opened in the industrial park in 2019. “Our team is dedicated to provide the best vehicles and service for our customers,” said Mark Wagner, president of Club Car. “This new facility gives us the opportunity to extend operations in the United States.” The new building will provide additional space

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Dana Lynn McIntyre October 17, 2023 No Comments
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New design biz opens in downtown

There is a new interior designer in town who is passionate about bringing modern-designed furniture to fit your budget. The new business will also offer interior design services. Mike Petchenik has more in today’s Biz Bits.

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Mike Petchenik October 16, 2023 No Comments
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GA and SC deliver one, two punch for best in business

For the 10th straight year, Area Development Magazine named Georgia number one on its annual list of “Top States for Doing Business” report. Governor Brian Kemp (R-GA), joined by former Governor, Nathan Deal (R), members of the general assembly and state and local economic developers, made the announcement earlier this month. “For 10 straight years, the people who help businesses choose where to make long-term investments have repeatedly said Georgia is the best state in the nation for opportunity,” said Kemp. “Despite the unprecedented challenges we’ve seen in recent years,

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Dana Lynn McIntyre October 16, 2023 No Comments
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$4M Grant to expand critical CSRA healthcare services

The four-year grant totaling $4M was awarded to Serenity Behavioral Health Systems (SBHS) by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and allows Serenity to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic. The grant funding will help to expand critical behavioral health services through the addition of care coordination, medical screenings, and extended service hours, along with the addition of mobile behavioral healthcare in rural areas of Richmond, Columbia, and McDuffie counties for underserved individuals, youth, and military members. “Our mission is to deliver the highest quality care

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Staff Report October 16, 2023 No Comments
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Mondays with Rick: Fight over Speaker of the House creates crisis in leadership

Dr. Rick Franza, Professor of Management at the Hull College of Business, discusses a different, timely business topic each Monday in this column. This week, he discusses the leadership crisis in the U.S. House of Representatives. The interview has been edited for clarity and impact. ABD: Two weeks ago, the House of Representatives voted to remove Kevin McCarthy as the Speaker of the House. What impact does that have on Americans? Rick: When you have a void of leadership in one area of the government, it’s hard to get things

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Gary Kauffman October 15, 2023 No Comments
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The power of seasonal staffing: How businesses adapt to fluctuating demands

At Manpower, Nate Lauger plays a crucial role in overseeing both the operational and sales aspects of the business. His daily activities revolve around managing operations, driving sales, and fostering client relationships. Email him if your company would like to have a consultation. Nate.lauger@manpowerga.com In the ever-changing landscape of business, adaptability is key to success. One crucial aspect of adaptability is seasonal staffing, a strategy that allows businesses to flexibly meet fluctuating demands during specific times of the year. Whether it’s the holiday rush for retailers, the tourism boom in

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Nate Lauger October 15, 2023 No Comments
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