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Simon Says: Long-Term Economic Growth

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the delayed September jobs report last week. Employment growth was strong, with 119,000 new jobs created, but the unemployment rate edged up to 4.4%. There is no indication, yet, when metro-level data will be made available. For my economic forecast next week, I will therefore look at some more long-term drivers of economic growth as well as some current policies. Obviously, tariffs have been in the economic news this year, and an analysis of their impact in Georgia will be presented. The current administration

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Economics Professor November 25, 2025 No Comments
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Something else “Blooming” in Martinez

The popular Blooms and Boards and More store on Furys Ferry Road has moved to Martinez with a new focus and a new name— all created by the same entrepreneur. Angie Hood just opened Angie’s Kitchen in the same plaza as Dixie Lock N Safe and Martinez Gold on Washington Road and Davis Road across from McDonald’s. It’s in the former location as Canales Deli, so the build-out was minimal. Hood is serving grab-and-go salads, sandwiches, casseroles, and sides for lunch pick up or dinner reheating, and taking some of

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Neil Gordon November 24, 2025 No Comments
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Local Golf Car Manufacturer brings news, music, and tech to 2026 Vehicles

Instead of driving to a concert, E-Z-GO® is bringing the concert to some golf cars and utility vehicles for the 2026 model year. It’s in the form of an onboard, connected technology package that offers riders instant access to music, entertainment, and information while on a ride. The following is available on E-Z-GO RXV, ® E-Z-GO Express, ™ and Liberty™ vehicles. One of the components is the above 28-inch ECOXGEAR Elite soundbar. There are eight marine-grade speakers, a protection rating against water and dust intrusion, and it is shockproof to withstand

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Neil Gordon November 21, 2025 No Comments
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FREE mixed martial arts time before new facility is ready

As a 43-year-old mixed martial arts company plans expansion to North Augusta, it is offering free workouts at an existing location for new members of the nearly completed center. Seigler’s Karate is offering free workouts at its Evans location while construction continues until opening in January in North Augusta. It is family-run, featuring different generations of the Seigler clan. Seigler’s offers classes in six different categories, from Lil’ Dragons to Jiu Jitsu. Seigler’s is moving into a busy shopping center on 404 E. Martintown Road, Suite 2. Jordan Trotter Commercial

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Neil Gordon November 21, 2025 No Comments
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The urgent need to protect healthcare in rural Georgia

Wellstar’s future Columbia County Hospital in Grovetown is likely to provide more medical care than for just people in the Metro Augusta area. The Georgia Chamber of Commerce is looking for ways to protect existing healthcare facilities in rural Georgia, while also encouraging new options. One of those options will be the access to healthcare available at Wellstar Columbia County Hospital near Grovetown. The chamber event’s panel discussion that focused on healthcare was part of the Rural Prosperity Summit. The event brought together hundreds of Georgia business, political, and community

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Dana Lynn McIntyre November 20, 2025 No Comments
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Former fast-food site up for sale again

The Freddie’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers franchisee in Augusta and North Augusta is not building a third unit in the CSRA—after all. The GVL hospitality group that owns Freddie’s, just off Washington Road in West Augusta and on Martintown Road in North Augusta, was going to build on the site of the former Zaxby’s on 1725 Whiskey Road in Aiken. The 3650 square foot building sits on about a half-acre and attracts about 22,000 cars that pass by the property each day. It’s been re-listed for $1.45 million. It’s near

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Neil Gordon November 20, 2025 No Comments
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Thanksgiving Highlights Businesses’ Yearlong Need for Gratitude

Publisher’s Note: We are a week away from Turkey Day! It’s a good time to be thankful for those who help us succeed in the CSRA, like customers, co-workers, employees, vendors, and the community. Dr. Rick Franza breaks down each group and how to show gratitude to those folks who help you! While for many, giving thanks has a religious and spiritual component, there are personal benefits to being grateful for all individuals, whether their thanks are directed at God or not. Therefore, being thankful, while highlighted this time of

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Dr. Rick Franza, AU Hull College of Business Professor November 20, 2025 No Comments
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How to juggle 4 balls in the air without dropping one

When Samantha (Sam) Corujo needs quiet time, she’ll relax on the balcony of Summer House Realty, overlooking Augusta National. It’s a welcome retreat from her traditional real estate office downstairs and three other businesses she’s built. So, how does she juggle all four companies? For the highly energetic entrepreneur, it’s a combination of discipline, exercise, micro-bursting, and creating think time. ” I get up, I go to the gym early, and then I come home, and there’s that little sacred two-hour window of time where I can handle all my

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Neil Gordon November 18, 2025 No Comments
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Simon Says: Uncle Sam’s Delay & Cousin Simon’s Breakfast!

The US government has opened back up, but at the time of writing, we do not know when much of the backlog of economic data will be released. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), which is responsible for the national inflation and employment situation, had collected employment data for September before the shutdown and announced late Friday that this information will be released on Thursday. It has already published inflation data for September. The White House announced last week that it is unlikely we will get employment and inflation data

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Dr. Simon Medcalfe, AU Economics Professor November 18, 2025 No Comments
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A glimpse inside the area’s newest hospital

Elected officials and business leaders had a peek inside the hospital under construction in Columbia County. The facility is at exit 190 off Interstate 20. Officials with Wellstar MCG Health organized a Friday morning walk of the 85% completed building on Gateway Boulevard, near the Gateway to Grovetown. “It’s amazing that I’m standing here at this moment in Columbia County’s history,” said David Jameson, interim President and CEO of the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce. “It feels good. If I’m excited, every citizen in Columbia County should be just overwhelmed

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Dana Lynn McIntyre November 18, 2025 No Comments
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