Awards/Celebrations

Busby’s Heating & Air Conditioning marks its 80th anniversary, and with it, a momentous milestone in the company’s history—Kristen Munn, Rick Busby’s daughter, has been named the new President, and is the third generation of leadership. JC Busby, Rick’s father, founded Busby’s shortly after World War II in Millen, Georgia. The company has since grown into a trusted name in the heating and air conditioning industry. Over the past eight decades, Busby’s has continually expanded its services, introduced new products, and built a reputation for exceptional customer service. The company

Georgia Trend magazine has released its annual top-of-the-heap leadership list. Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson was recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential leaders in the state. Johnson joins a veritable who’s who in Georgia, including Governor Brian Kemp, James Quincey, CEO of the Coca-Cola Company, Dan Amos, CEO of Aflac, and many other corporate, government, and civic leaders. The magazine staff chose Johnson because of his leadership following the devastation of Hurricane Helene when he sought assistance from federal and state agencies for citizens and businesses to start the

Dr. Scott Weiss, Music Director and Conductor of the Aiken Symphony, was recently awarded the “Order of the Palmetto,” South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. Awarded by Governor McMaster and presented by State Representative Paula Calhoon, the award recognizes Dr. Weiss’ contributions to music, education, and the arts, including his leadership with the Aiken Symphony, the Palmetto Concert Band, and the University of South Carolina School of Music. A celebrated conductor and educator, Dr. Weiss has led performances worldwide and shaped future conductors through masterclasses and programs. The Aiken Symphony, currently