Augusta Regional Airport taking flight with event and overall growth

Augusta Regional Airport is hosting a free flight program in private planes on May 29th through a partnership with Owens Aircraft Services and The Brock Foundation. (Photo provided by ARA) This Saturday a local company and a foundation are providing area students a chance to take to the friendly skies at no cost. Augusta Regional Airport has…

By Neil Gordon and Josh HeathMay 26, 20210Comments

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Gas supply and demand challenge hits CSRA gas stations and businesspeople

One of the Exxon stations on Washington Road, near the National Hills Shopping Center, had cars lined up to buy gas on Wednesday, May 12 because many other local stations had already run out. (Photo by Josh Heath) Business owners hear all kinds of excuses for why their employees can’t make it to work. This week,…

ByJosh HeathMay 13, 20210Comments

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For collision repair director, success is no accident

Classic Collision on Washington Road has been open in Augusta for about three years, but the company has been around since 1983. (Photo by Josh Heath) Being busy is nothing new for Tracy Bryant, but he’s about to add even more to his plate. Bryant, regional director of Classic Collision – a collision repair company – currently…

ByNeil GordonMay 7, 20210Comments

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California CEO stops in Aiken for bike palooza

Don DiCostanzo is the CEO and co-founder and travels on the tour bus with other executives. Next stops include trips to Pedego stores in Lake Oconee, Atlanta and St.Simons Island. (Photo by Josh Heath) Ronney Hughes retired from the U.S. Army after serving his country for more than 20 years. Like many veterans, Hughes, 64, struggled…

ByJosh HeathApril 20, 20210Comments

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