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New Owner to Expand CSRA Coffee Shop

Cavalier’s Coffeehouse was opened four and a half years ago by founder, David Brannon during Covid. Through those tough times, the North Augusta native made it successful, becoming a stopping place for students and business folk alike. Fast forward to February 2025. As ABD has reported, Brannon, now the Director of Palmetto Peach Development, has been heading up a $35 million investment in Beacon Bluff. When it came time to turn over the reins of Cavalier’s Coffeehouse recently, he was approached by several potential buyers. “I wanted to continue the

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Mitzi Oxford March 10, 2025 No Comments
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South Carolina Governor protecting businesses with legislation

Elected leaders and businesses in South Carolina have joined together to push for tort reform laws during the current legislative session. Gov. Henry McMaster (R) was surrounded by lawmakers, business leaders, and employees as he issued a call to address the impact current tort laws have on the Palmetto State’s economy and future development. “As you all know, we are booming, but there can be impediments to that. Can be anchors holding us back,” cautioned McMaster. “Prosperity requires our state’s civil justice system to allow fair and prompt enforcement of

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 9, 2025 No Comments
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2 Questions with the Dean: Helping Hull College and Augusta Gives

Each week, Augusta Business Daily shares a video clip and Q&A with the Dean of the Hull College of Business at AU to discuss a different topic that shares the benefit of a Hull education. Today, we explore how Augusta Gives Day on March 19th benefits students at Hull. ABD: Mark, how will the Hull College of Business benefit from the Augusta Gives program this year? HULL: So, for Augusta Gives the Hull College of Business has three initiatives, one around the scholarships, the other student engagement type activities/experiential education,

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Neil Gordon March 9, 2025 No Comments
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Bank enters CSRA market to open multiple branches

Chase Bank is launching its first location in Augusta, across from the Augusta National Golf Course, and in time for thousands of people attending the Masters. Chase’s first branch is at 2805 Washington Road at Alexander Drive in the shopping center in front of Kroger. “We anticipate opening at least four branches in the (Augusta-Aiken) market over the next three years,” said Chase Bank’s spokesperson, based in Charleston, South Carolina. The signage is up and the bank will be occupying several bays in what was once a Five Guys Burgers

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Neil Gordon March 9, 2025 No Comments
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This is Your Brain on Laughter

Work and life in general can be stressful. Laughter has the power to heal, elevate energy, and reduce stress. When we make other people laugh, the effects are multiplied! Don’t miss her next workshop coming up later this month. Register here. https://enpointeglobal.com/this-is-your-brain-on-laughter/

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Tara Heaton, En Pointe Communication March 6, 2025 No Comments
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Follow the Leader(ship) Application

Applications are now open for Leadership Augusta’s Class of 2026, closing on April 18th. Established in 1980 by the Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Augusta is dedicated to educating and inspiring emerging and existing leaders to strengthen the community. The program offers participants in-depth exposure to regional achievements, challenges, and opportunities while fostering meaningful connections across cultural and economic boundaries. Sarah Childers will be the adult Class of 2026 Chair, and Taylor Lamb will serve as Co-Chair. Sarah Childers, Class of 2021, is the Director of Destination Experiences at

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Staff Report March 6, 2025 No Comments
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Tort reform legislation moves forward

Two bills that are Ga. Gov. Brian Kemp’s (R) call for reforms to the state’s tort laws are advancing during the current legislative session. The state Senate has approved SB 68 and SB 69. Among the provisions in SB 68 is one limiting owners’ liability for injuries on their property and placing restrictions on damages awarded for medical bills to what was paid by the plaintiff. SB 69 places regulations on third-party litigation financing. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce immediately supported both pieces of legislation, SB 69 in particular. “Georgia’s

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 6, 2025 No Comments
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Stop! Do Not Enter the Impostor Portal

Almost half of all cyberattacks target small businesses. Here is what you need to know to save your business time and money. The bad guys keep getting smarter at creating portals that do more than send you down a rabbit hole. Here is the 411 on spotting suspicious links, safeguarding passwords, and protecting your business. Click here.

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Managed Nerds, CSRA Tech Expert March 5, 2025 No Comments
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Businesses and Others Invest in Students

Aiken Technical College held its annual scholarship breakfast, bringing together donors who contribute to the program and the students who benefit. The scholarships are one of the assistance programs coordinated by the Aiken Technical College Foundation. Director Kym Johnson said the funding provided by the donors lessens the financial burden for students who receive scholarships. That support can mean the difference in a student’s ability to complete their education. “The most important message that you’ll hear, is that, yes, we are so appreciative of our students and their hard work.

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 5, 2025 No Comments
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March Blows in with Close to $2 Million Impact

Basketball, rowing, trade shows, and conferences are expected to pack a big economic punch in the CSRA this month. In the lineup, this year is a new event. The Augusta Sports Council confirmed that Riverview will play host to the first EYBL Scholastic Conference Championship and Nike Invitational Post-Season Tournament. “These are new tournaments that will be hosted at Riverview Park in North Augusta and kicked off yesterday. Both events run from March 5-8, with the Postseason Tournament starting today,” said Hayley Fox, Communications Manager with the Augusta Sports Council.

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Mitzi Oxford March 5, 2025 No Comments
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