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Guest Column: Airpower of Iran—the secret sauce of success

There are many leadership lessons to be learned from examining the War with Iran—some good lessons, some bad.  The planning, execution, and success of this campaign will be studied for decades. Much of the credit goes to Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine and the commander of Centcom, Admiral Brad Cooper.  What leadership skills did they employ? Deep understanding of military history Open to new and creative ideas Willingness to empower subordinates Communication with their bosses Interaction with Israeli military leaders Incorporation of the newest technologies.

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By Major General Perry Smith USAF (ret.) Augusta, Georgia March 9, 2026 No Comments
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84 Scholarships, 200 Students, $260k

Businesses and individuals who give financial support to students at Aiken Technical College (ATC) were introduced to their beneficiaries. The Aiken Tech Foundation sponsored its annual breakfast, bringing together students receiving scholarships with the businesses or individuals whose financial contributions support their education. “Our students come away from this experience with a little bit of gratitude in their heart, and then our donors come away with this feeling fulfilled that they’ve done some good in the world today,” Kym Johnson, Foundation Director, told ABD. Will Williams, President and CEO of

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 9, 2026 No Comments
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Military Monday: Discharge Matters

Greetings, Military Community, One topic that is often overlooked but carries life-changing implications is the type of discharge a Service Member receives from the military. Many Veterans are unaware that their discharge characterization can directly affect their eligibility for benefits earned through service and sacrifice. The question we should all ask is: Should a single incident, mistake, or difficult moment permanently strip a Veteran of benefits intended to support their health, stability, and future? In many cases, the answer is no—and fortunately, there are established pathways to correct or challenge

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Africa Thomas, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, CME, CCM, Augusta, Ga March 9, 2026 No Comments
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Older Buildings in the CSRA require expert inspectors

Across the CSRA, there are many factors as to why there are moisture issues in some of our buildings: Some are historic and on shady lots with thicker tree cover. Across the river in Aiken, some are older farmhouses and horse properties—and then there is humidity much of the year! EnviroPro 360’s Joseph Galpin writes below, you might have mold and offers some suggestions. Who Do I Call To Check For Mold In Aiken SC? – EnviroPro 360

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Joseph Galpin, EnviroPro 360 March 6, 2026 No Comments
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Inaugural event organizers calling on support from businesses

Earth Day will look a little different this year. Businesses have an opportunity to support an organization that is dedicated to preserving a unique park near the border of North Augusta and Augusta. The North Augusta Brick Pond Park Committee, in partnership with the North Augusta Beautification Foundation, has scheduled an event calling people to visit the park near the municipal building. “We’re so gifted in North Augusta. We have 36 city parks, and we have this beautiful water feature of the Brick Pond right here in downtown,” committee member

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 6, 2026 No Comments
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How to compete with quality

Publisher’s Note: Ever wonder what it’d be like to get your MBA? For the next four weeks, Dr. Rick Franza takes you inside his classroom at Augusta University. Here is lesson #1 for your mini-MBA! RICK: Inflation and unemployment data have been volatile along with equity markets, and our conflict with Iran has clearly added one more element of uncertainty that impacts our economy, supply chains, commodities, and national security. Given this backdrop, my goal this month is to distract you from the potential instability in the world. I will

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Dr. Rick Franza, AU Hull College of Business Professor March 5, 2026 No Comments
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FREE business event in CSRA

Now more than ever, ethics is a critical character trait. A New York City executive from a major financial institution is in town next Thursday to inspire business students and area professionals. The event is free. The Hull College of Business is putting together the Russell A. Blanchard Lecture Series in Ethics featuring Veronique Ferguson, Executive Director, Compliance, J.P. Morgan Chase (NYC). With more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of law, finance, and ethics, Ms. Ferguson currently leads Investment Banking Compliance for North America at J.P. Morgan. A trained attorney and

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Neil Gordon March 5, 2026 No Comments
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CSRA Businesspeople to Make Cotton Exchange A Thriving Space for Work & Fun

In September 2004, this reporter attended a huge grand re-opening of the Cotton Exchange building when Georgia Bank & Trust opened a downtown Augusta branch. After South State bought GB&T in 2017, it remained a bank until closing within the last few years as Augusta’s Riverwalk lost its luster and some businesses. Soon, Dr. Troy Akers and his wife, Nancy, will restore the historic Cotton Exchange building, after recently purchasing it. It’s reopening as corporate office space and an upscale event venue. They’ll honor the building’s legacy, which was constructed

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Neil Gordon March 4, 2026 No Comments
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Simon Says: Year-over-Year Growth in Metro Augusta

There are fears of inflation, but the numbers for the Augusta Leading Economic Index seem to be heading in the right direction. The Augusta Leading Economic Index (LEI) ended the year 1.8 percent higher than in December 2024.  Because of the government shutdown in the fall, the release of data for November and December was delayed until last week for some components of the LEI. Specifically, new privately owned housing units authorized increased in November and December by 21% and 17% respectively, although the total number of permits for 2025

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Hull College of Business Economics Professor March 3, 2026 No Comments
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Lighting Up the CSRA: One on One with Keith Mele of DTL Energy Solutions

Publisher’s Note: ABD recently had some commercial lighting done in a building we manage. It got me thinking. Has your company ever done an energy audit? Savings and rebates are possible. In a wide-ranging interview, Keith Mele from DTL Energy Solutions shows businesspeople the light! ABD: How would you describe what DTL Energy Solutions does? DTL: DTL Energy Solutions is a commercial electrical services company focused on helping businesses reduce operating costs through strategic lighting upgrades, energy-efficient lighting retrofits, and proactive facility maintenance. We specialize in turnkey LED lighting conversions

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Neil Gordon March 2, 2026 No Comments
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