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Sunday, July 03, 2022

Former nurse practitioner expands her herbal business to Augusta

When people get sick, they typically go see their doctors to get prescriptions with hopes of feeling better in a few days. But Kim Adams offers remedies for many common ailments that don’t require a trip to the pharmacy. 2 Wolves Herbal Apothecary – located at 469B Highland Avenue in Surrey Center, sells a variety of…

ByJosh HeathNovember 1, 20210Comments

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CSRA company teaches local teens life-saving skills

Andrena Garnett wants her clients to be prepared to save a life because in an emergency, every second counts. Garnett – owner of Anerd 4 Life LLC, teaches the American Heart Association’s CPR, basic life support, and first aid certification courses. She will hold a teen training day on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 12 p.m. to…

ByJosh HeathOctober 18, 20210Comments

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When Covid hit, Aiken already had a large PPE supply

When the Covid-19 crisis erupted nearly two years ago, most of us scrambled to find the approved types of face masks designed to keep the deadly virus out of our mouths, noses and critically, our lungs. I remember wondering in February of 2020, “Where am I going to get the effective anti-virus masks I need for…

ByStephen Delaney HaleSeptember 22, 20210Comments

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New physical therapy and sports medicine practice opens in Aiken

Aiken is now home to a new physical therapy and sports medicine practice. Last week, the Aiken Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of Palmetto Motion located at 222 Park Avenue Southeast. Physical therapist, Dr. Joshua Pniewski evaluates and treats various medical conditions and sports injuries. He also helps athletes…

ByJosh HeathSeptember 21, 20210Comments

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Planet Fitness to open new location in West Augusta

Planet Fitness wants to help you get in shape for only $10 a month. The gym, known as the Judgement Free Zone, is scheduled to open a fifth CSRA location on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 2803 Wrightsboro Road near the Village Deli in the Daniel Village Shopping Center. The building is the former home of Trinity…

ByJosh HeathSeptember 20, 20210Comments

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Covid-19 effects helps fuel business owners’ expansion

Kelly Hennings loves working with babies and children, but she knew she needed more space to run her business. Kelly Hennings – a speech therapist and owner of Honey Pie Pediatric Therapy in North Augusta, is moving to a much larger location on East Martintown Road. (Photo taken by Josh Heath) Hennings – a speech therapist and…

ByJosh HeathSeptember 13, 20210Comments

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Local business leaders discuss the effects of COVID-19

For better or worse, COVID-19 has affected everyone and every business. While some businesses have struggled, others have flourished. Representatives from several local companies, such as Augusta Staffing and SRP Federal Credit Union, attended a business expo at the Columbia County Exhibition Center on Thursday, Sept. 9. (Photo taken by Josh Heath) For Robert Kelly (see photo…

ByJosh HeathSeptember 10, 20210Comments

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News 12/26, Cardinal Health and photography studio enforce vaccine mandates

Local photographer Evamaria Foltz says she doesn’t require her contract workers to show proof of vaccination. However, Foltz currently requires all photographers and clients to show proof prior to entering her studio off of Furys Ferry Road. Evamaria Foltz – a local photographer – doesn’t require her contracted photographers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, but everyone,…

ByJosh Heath and Neil GordonAugust 27, 20210Comments

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Starbucks closes temporarily while other quick serve restaurants adapt to Covid’s second wave

Dozens of cars passed through the drive-thru line Wednesday morning to radio silence and then read the small sign on the drive-through window No large sign out front. No sign of baristas. Foggy weather and fogginess in general at Starbucks on Thursday morning outside of the Riverwood Subdivision in Evans. Many cars patiently waited in line…

ByNeil GordonAugust 27, 20210Comments

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Local business\political leader and family work hard for special needs son

There’s an old saying about business savvy people—they can take lemons and make lemonade. Apparently, the same can be said for their children. Sean Frantom is an experienced fundraiser who worked for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta for seven years, but he’s currently raising funds for a much more personal cause. Sean – manager of…

ByJosh HeathAugust 4, 20210Comments