June 2017 Features

  • Augusta Financial Advisor Will Rogers: A Checklist for Retiring Abroad Instead of Here in Augusta

    June 28, 2017

    Do you dream about leaving Augusta and retiring in another country? It is an intriguing option for some who feel like they are ready for a new experience to go with the freedom of retirement. Whether you’re looking for a favorable climate, less expensive living costs, or specific cultural or recreational opportunities, retiring abroad could be for you. Read on for a few things you’ll want to consider.

  • Augusta Already a Cyber Hub, Study Shows

    June 27, 2017

    Augusta’s future in cyber is now and the area is already considered a cyber hub, according to a new study by Augusta University’s Master of Public Administration program and the Cyber Institute.

  • Gov. Deal Breaks Ground on the New Georgia Cyber Innovation & Training Center at Augusta University

    June 20, 2017

    Governor Nathan Deal broke ground on the much-anticipated, new Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center at Augusta University Monday.

  • AU Health Signs Agreement on Downtown Property

    June 19, 2017

    AU Health has signed an agreement through the brokerage group at Blanchard and Calhoun Real Estate Company to lease space in one of downtown Augusta’s tallest landmarks – the former Wells Fargo building at 699 Broad St. The agreement also gives AU Health naming rights of the 17-story building owned by Richmond Enterprise LLC.

  • Legal Perspective with Ed Tarver: Is Your Small Business Vulnerable to a Cyberattack?

    June 15, 2017

    More and more, small business owners are asking the question, can I be sued because I was a victim of a cybercrime? Approximately half of worldwide Internet attacks were reported against small businesses with less than 250 employees. Small businesses have become a much more enticing target for both hackers and civil plaintiffs. Why?

  • Georgia Power Enters into New Agreements with Toshiba and Westinghouse for Vogtle Nuclear Expansion

    June 12, 2017

    Georgia Power, the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company, has entered into a new agreement with Toshiba, the parent company of Vogtle contractor Westinghouse. The agreement, approved by the U.S. Department of Energy, affirms the value of Toshiba's guarantee at $3.68 billion – providing additional protections for Georgia electric customers following Westinghouse's March bankruptcy.

  • Georgia Construction Outlook Survey: 86% of Respondents Project Revenue Increase

    June 09, 2017

    The Georgia Construction Outlook Survey indicates that 86 percent of the state’s privately held construction companies project a revenue increase over the prior year. The survey, released on Tuesday, was conducted by Kennesaw State University’s Construction Management Department in cooperation with Bennett Thrasher, one of the country’s largest full-service certified public accounting and consulting firms.

  • Carvana Makes its Way to Augusta

    June 07, 2017

    Four years after selling its first car in the Peach State, Carvana is growing its presence where it all began, launching free, as-soon-as-next-day vehicle delivery to residents in the Augusta and Macon areas.

  • SunTrust’s Jay Murray Sees Opportunity for Continued Growth in Augusta Market

    June 05, 2017

    According to SunTrust Bank the future is very bright for small and mid-market businesses. SunTrust recently released findings from its annual Business Pulse Survey and the results show nearly two-thirds of business leaders expect the global and U.S. economy to improve through 2017. And while that’s great news, an even more impressive figure is that 75 percent of middle market (annual revenue of $10-150 million) and small business (annual revenue of $2-10 million) leaders feel their business outlook is strong.

  • Plant Vogtle Marks 30 Years of Reliable Energy and Community Impact

    June 02, 2017

    This summer marks the 30th anniversary of the start of operations of the Alvin W. Vogtle Electric Generating Plant (Plant Vogtle). Plant Vogtle Units 1 & 2, which began operation in 1987 and 1989 respectively, are capable of generating a total of 2,430 megawatts – enough energy to reliably power more than 500,000 Georgia homes and businesses simultaneously.

  • Augusta Metro Chamber Announces 2017 “Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch”

    June 01, 2017

    The Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Augusta Magazine, is pleased to announce the 2017 “Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch.” After a competitive nomination process, these 10 rising business professionals have emerged as this year’s most promising young talent to watch over the next 10 years.