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Nonprofits benefit from companies’ kindness

About 15 different sponsors kicked in money to cover many of the expenses incurred by two different non-profits at yesterday’s 30th Annual Triple Crown Golf Classic at Woodside Country Club. In keeping with the “30” theme, Aiken Regional Medical Center sponsored the hole-in-one competitions, which featured two $15,000 prizes. Amongst other sponsors, lunch was handled by the local Chick-Fil-A and beverages at the cart were sponsored by Security Federal. Stokes Hodges Ford was one of the golf cart sponsors. 200 golfers helped raise more than the goal of $30,000, which

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Neil Gordon March 31, 2026 No Comments
Consumer Stories

CSRA bank brings in legendary golfer for clinic next week

A World Golf Hall of Famer will be at Jones Creek Country Club early next week to lead a clinic for children learning the game of golf. Annika Sorenstam is returning to Augusta on behalf of Bank of America and its Golf with Us in partnership with Youth on Course to expand affordable access to golf nationwide. Please note: This clinic is not open to the public.  These photos of the 72-time tour winner were taken by ABD at the 2023 event. Sorenstam and the golfers below will be helping

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Neil Gordon March 25, 2026 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Augusta Topgolf nabs a big star for Masters Week

After Rounds 1 and 2 at Augusta National, Topgolf hopes you’ll make the one-mile trip to Riverwatch and Alexander Drive to see a famous, flamboyant golfer mix ‘n mingle. It will be a busy week for John Daly. During the day, Daly will set up golf goods for sale at the Top Dawg Tavern, since Hooters closed recently. From 6-9 P.M on Thursday and Friday night, Daly will hang out with fans as they tee off at Top Golf. “This week has always been about the fans as much as

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Neil Gordon March 12, 2026 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Countdown to Masters with a twist

In less than four weeks, golfers and fans from around the world will begin arriving in Augusta for the traditional spring events. Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) has rolled out a virtual welcome mat, and management is trying to show financial appreciation to staff for the long hours ahead. First to step on the golf course will be the competitors for the Augusta National Women’s Amateur (ANWA). Beginning April first, two practice rounds will be played at Champions Retreat, with the final round Saturday at Augusta National Golf Club (ANGC).  Young

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 4, 2026 No Comments
Consumer Stories

CSRA golf course piggybacks the Masters

Watching the Masters tournament at Augusta National or on CBS could lead to a big boon the following week for a renovated golf course in Augusta. The Augusta Municipal Golf Course, best known by its nickname, The Patch, is set to re-open on April 15 after a 16-month renovation process. Photo Courtesy of Augusta National It has been closed since April 2023. Under a partnership with the Augusta National Golf Club (ANGC), Augusta Technical College, The First Tee of Augusta, and Masters Tournament Charities, the 18-hole course has undergone a

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Dana Lynn McIntyre February 17, 2026 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Changes at local food and entertainment complex

John Hyder is about to demolish this part of his multi-purpose property that he opened 28 years ago. He’s a serial entrepreneur and is planning his 3rd act. His miniature golf course was part of a unique business model that featured the South on Whiskey Event Venue and JC’s Seafood on his several-acre property at 3197 Whiskey Road in Aiken. Those two businesses will remain open. Over the weekend, Hyder made the announcement on his personal Facebook page, and it sparked about 100 comments. “We would like to sincerely thank

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Neil Gordon February 11, 2026 No Comments
B2B Stories

New Golf Car Unveiled at PGA Show

E-Z-GO staff members are just heading back from last week’s PGA show in Orlando. They introduced a new vehicle that will be available pretty soon in the CSRA. Buyers for golf facilities and courses, golf tournament directors, and golf course owners were at the show to visit E-Z-GO’s booth and about 1,000 other exhibitors. They unveiled the 2027 E-Z-GO Liberty that is big on new features and technology. On board is the following: 10-inch ECOXGEAR infotainment touchscreen 28-inch ECOXGEAR soundbar with LED lighting, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android IntelliScreen™ speed,

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Neil Gordon January 27, 2026 No Comments
B2B Stories

Cuts to major tourism engine in Augusta

Publisher’s Note: As part of the City of Augusta’s $21 million shortfall, non-profits are expected to lose discretionary funding in 2026. For Arts in the Heart, ABD’s learned it will mean the loss of $85,000 used to pay for security fees like sheriff’s department officers. The following is a guest column from M. Denise Tucker, Executive Director. While my priority is to get to work, find solutions, stabilize services, and support the communities that will feel the impact of the City’s decision, as Director of the Arts Council, I could

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Denise Tucker December 19, 2025 No Comments
Consumer Stories

E-Z GO® part of tonight’s first-ever Golf Competition

Tonight, Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy will lead two four-man teams in an inaugural live event from Florida. Augusta’s own E-Z GO will be shuttling all the pros to each part of the skills competition. Some of the world’s top golfers will use customized E-Z-GO Freedom RXV® ELiTE golf cars during the competition. The challenges include the Timed Drive and Short Game Competitions, the 14-Club Challenge in which players will go through the bag – including driver and putter – in a closest-to-the-pin contest from the fairway, the Team Relay

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Neil Gordon December 17, 2025 No Comments
Consumer Stories

Learning from National Signing Day (Recruiting) and the Transfer Portal (Retention)

Publisher’s Note: Yes, Georgia is squaring off against Alabama this Saturday. It’s a busy week for College Football, including what is happening tomorrow. It’s “National Signing Day,” when this year’s star high school football seniors officially sign a commitment to the college of their choice. It’s tied in to the job market in Augusta as well! While there is another such signing day on February 4, 2026, a large majority will sign tomorrow to get an early start, including potentially enrolling at their college for the Spring Semester.  This National

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Dr. Rick Franza, AU Hull College Professor December 2, 2025 No Comments
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