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Awards/Celebrations

Local boutique plans birthday celebration

Kennedy Sammons is trying to share her “hidden gem” of a retail outlet with as many as possible in the CSRA. That’s why she’s holding a birthday party for Forevermore Boutique to celebrate two years in business. It’s set for NEXT Saturday, August 30th, from 11 in the morning until 6 in the afternoon at the shop at 104 South Belair Road, #9. Kennedy will celebrate her accomplishment with refreshments, giveaways, one-day sales, and a lot of fun throughout the day. She offers up women’s clothing and accessories and prides

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Neil Gordon August 19, 2025 No Comments
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Deadline tomorrow for NA Chamber Award!

The number of women-owned businesses is on the rise, here in the CSRA and across the country. Who do you know that deserves recognition? Nominate a woman for the 2025 “Woman that Empowers” Award, presented at the upcoming at the North Augusta Chamber’s Women in Business Luncheon on September 23, 2025. This annual recognition honors a woman in our community who has: Demonstrated exceptional leadership Mentored or uplifted others Contributed meaningfully to her business or community Overcame obstacles and inspired those around her   We’re asking for thoughtful nominations—not just the

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Staff Report August 14, 2025 No Comments
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CSRA bankers celebrate milestones with trip to New York

Ding ding ding! Ring the bell. Three area bankers, along with Colony Bank’s executive team, board of directors, and division leaders, just got back from Wall Street. The July 15th bell ringing on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange was a joint celebration of Colony’s move onto the NYSE and its 50th Anniversary. “We have been publicly traded for many years on the NASDAQ but made the decision to move to the NYSE last fall,” said ABD member Hugh Hollar, who attended the ceremony with colleagues Chris McLaughlin and Jennifer

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Neil Gordon July 25, 2025 No Comments
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SRNS Small Business team racks up 5th award this year

A program manager at Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) was recently named the Facility Management Contractor Small Business Program Manager of the Year by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). The award recognized SRNS Small Business Liaison Officer Lisa Tanner’s energetic and forward-thinking efforts in working with and advocating for small businesses. Members across federal and contractor teams were honored for their exceptional performance, which has made small businesses vital to the DOE’s mission success. In FY24, through her strategic initiatives and advocacy, Tanner

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Staff Report July 14, 2025 No Comments
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Two CSRA restaurants capture national awards

Raise a glass to two of our own that emerged as Award of Excellence winners by Wine Spectator magazine, billed as a leading authority on wine. It’s quite an honor based on the level of competition across Georgia and South Carolina. The Willcox Inn has aged like fine wine, literally. The hotel was built in 1898 in Aiken, considered the Queen of the Winter Colony. Fine dining and drinks by the fireplace have always been a part of the ambiance. This marks The Willcox restaurant’s 11th year receiving the Wine Spectator

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Mitzi Oxford July 6, 2025 No Comments
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AU one of only three universities to win prestigious cybersecurity award

Augusta University was recently honored with the 2025 CSO50 Award, which recognizes organizations for outstanding innovation and leadership in cybersecurity. Presented by Computer Security Online, a division of Foundry, an IDG Inc. company, the award celebrates 50 projects annually that deliver exceptional business value through creative, effective security strategies. Augusta University, one of only three universities to earn the distinction, also earned the distinction in 2023. This year, AU appears alongside companies including Aflac, Intel Corporation, Mastercard, Principal Financial Group, and TIAA. “Augusta University is one of only three universities

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Staff Report June 25, 2025 No Comments
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Paying tribute to area military personnel

The Columbia County Exhibition Center hosted a full house, awash in red, white, and blue to honor Fort Gordon, the Augusta area’s largest and one of its oldest employers. It was established in 1941 as Camp Gordon. The Columbia County Chamber, North Augusta Chamber, Alliance for Fort Gordon, Greater Augusta Black Chamber, Thomson-McDuffie Chamber, and Veteran Golfers Association co-sponsored the annual Military Appreciation Luncheon, part of the Executive Luncheon Series. Among the speakers was Dr. Tom Clark, Executive Director of the Alliance for Fort Gordon, who retired from the post

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Dana Lynn McIntyre June 19, 2025 No Comments
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Juneteenth: CSRA celebrations, closings, and challenges

Today is Juneteenth, the 4th consecutive year June 19 has been celebrated as a federal holiday to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States. In the CSRA, festivals are planned for those who may be off work, and there are closings that may impact those who aren’t. The vast majority of area banks will be closed today. Also, the United States Post Office will not be delivering mail, but UPS and FedEx will be delivering today. For most other companies, it will be business as usual. Greater Augusta

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Mitzi Oxford June 18, 2025 No Comments
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Chocolate champion for 20 years

You are invited to the 20th Anniversary of La Bonbonniere this Friday from 4 to 7 P.M. No surprise. Chocolate is on the menu. Really good chocolate. “Starting out in 2005, I never thought the business would grow to the success it is today, and it really is all thanks to the community. “I started out with a small shop with the cheapest rent I could find, and we had a limited chocolate selection of around ten flavors. While ten flavors may seem like a good amount, all the chocolate

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Neil Gordon June 16, 2025 No Comments
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Augusta Technology Firm Named One of Georgia’s Top Employers

IntelliSystems, a leading provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services, has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by Georgia Trend Magazine’s May Edition. The Augusta-based firm earned top recognition by creating an environment where employee expertise is celebrated and professional growth is supported at all levels. The company was also specifically acknowledged for its sense of pride among its team members. “We’re honored to receive this recognition, which proudly reflects our commitment to both our employees and our clients,” said Kevin Wade, President and CEO of

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Staff Report June 4, 2025 No Comments
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