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SBDC to host business startup workshop
A workshop entitled "Starting a Business" will be held Dec. 16. It is a three hour class that begins at 6 p.m. If you are thinking of starting a small business, then taking this workshop is a crucial first step. The workshop will cover the basics of what you need to know and do before starting a business. The session will also cover the traits of successful entrepreneurs, market research, legal structures for business, estimating ...
Coastal Bank to hold Operation Phone Home community appreciation event
The Coastal Bank's Johnson Square office will host a community appreciation event for USO Operation Phone Home today from 11 a.m.-1 pm. The Coastal Bank is currently conducting a campaign to raise money for USO Operation Phone Home, which provides pre-paid phone cards to deployed military personnel to call loved ones while away from their families this holiday season. Make a donation and receive free Chick-Fil-A sandwich or a Chick-Fil-A coupon. Anyone who donates $50 or ...
Food drive highlights 55th Farm-City Week
In celebration of Farm-City week Nov. 19-25, the Effingham County Farm Bureau held a food drive for local food banks. During the month of November, Farm Bureau collected non-perishable food items from the community to donate to FORCE, Food Out Reach Cooperative of Effingham County.
Effingham’s jobless rate slips to 7.7 percent
ATLANTA-The Georgia Department of Labor reported that the preliminary unadjusted unemployment rate in the metro Savannah area decreased to 8.3 percent in October, down two-tenths of a percentage point from a revised 8.5 percent in September. Meanwhile, the number of unemployed workers in the area decreased to 14,540, down 329 from 14,869.
Picking downtown back up
A return to Springfield for an Effingham County business family may help herald the return of Springfield's downtown business district. Cecile Baker, along with her daughter Vicki Burns and son-in-law Rickie Burns, have relocated their shop, One of a Kind, to Springfield's Laurel Street. With encouragment from Jamey Stancell, whose store is right across the street, Baker made the decision to go from Rincon to Springfield. "We had thought about relocation," she said. For the complete story, see ...
Few changes for Flint River after sale
The name and just about everything else concerning Flint River Services is remaining the same, even if its ownership is changing hands. Lem Griffin, president and CEO of Flint River Services, has sold the firm to BG Cold LLC, a West Coast firm that also operates cold storage facilities. The new owners purchased all three Flint River Services, including its operations in Albany and Unadilla. "With a presence on the East Coast, we think it's going to ...
New home for Yates Astro
With help from the Effingham Chamber of Commerce, Yates Astro Termite and Pest Control cuts the ribbon Monday morning on its new Rincon home, at 270 S. Columbia Ave.
Harbor deepening project gets closer
SAVANNAH-The Savannah Harbor Expansion Project (SHEP) reached a major milestone today when the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers released its Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to the public and agencies for review and comment. "The study's release is a significant step forward for the Savannah Harbor Expansion Project and addresses a critical need of our country's transportation infrastructure," said Georgia Ports Authority Executive Director Curtis J. Foltz. "We appreciate the hard work and dedication of the ...
Georgia-Pacific puts new forest policy in place
ATLANTA-Atlanta-based Georgia-Pacific (GP) has announced that it will not purchase trees from Endangered Forests and Special Areas, or from new pine plantations established at the expense of natural hardwood forests. The policy statement was developed in consultation with environmental groups Dogwood Alliance, the Natural Resources Defense Council, and Rainforest Action Network. While GP's new forest policy applies to all of its operations, as a first step in implementing its commitment on Endangered Forests and Special Areas, ...
Earnings jump for AgSouth
STATESBORO-AgSouth Farm Credit CEO Bill Spigener recently announced that the customer-owned cooperative had net earnings of $10.5 million during the third quarter of 2010. Year-to-date earnings total $29.4 million and exceed the association's earnings of Sept. 30, 2009, by more than $8.4 million. "While the association's loan portfolio has experienced some problems due to the economy, on the whole it is performing well," Spigener said. "Our ability to refinance other lender loans in our territory has ...
A grand opening for Ken’s IGA
Ken Nesmith and the employees of Ken's IGA celebrated thier grandopening. Nesmith has been in the grocery business for more than 35 years, opening his first IGA in Brooklet in 1978 and his second in Blitchton in 1980.Photos provided by David Skadeland
A big day for Gulfstream
SAVANNAH-Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announced Monday that it will expand its Savannah facilities through a $500-million, seven-year plan to ensure that the company is well-positioned to meet future demand for business-jet aircraft and support services. The growth is expected to result in 1,000 additional Gulfstream jobs, an increase of more than 15 percent from Gulfstream's current Savannah employment level of approximately 5,500 employees. "With our own sales trends and market forecasts suggesting an upturn over the next ...
GPA sets tonnage record in October
SAVANNAH-Georgia Ports Authority Executive Director Curtis J. Foltz announced Monday the GPA experienced exceptional growth in October, reflecting several all-time records in many commodity segments. Overall tonnage recorded a new monthly record handling 2,347,260 tons, which represented an increase of 9.8 percent compared with last October. "This increase is consistent with growth rates that have been experienced since December 2009 and indicates ongoing improvements in overall market conditions," Foltz said. "Many commodity groups reported increases during ...
Wackos opens at Dakotas
Veteran comedian/actor Dylan Riggs has opened Wackos Comedy Club located inside Dakotas Grille and Spirits in Rincon. Teaming with local business owner and former mayor of Bloomingdale Ben Rozier, Wackos brings live stand-up comedy back to the Savannah area. The venue will showcase a never-ending lineup of the finest headline comedians around and surprise celebrity guests - from established stand-up stars to the hottest young touring comics in the business. Riggs is scheduled to make club ...
Elmore begins terms as Home Builders president
The Effingham County Chapter of the Home Builders Association of Greater Savannah recently installed its 2010-11 officers and board of directors. The officers and Board were installed by Home Builders Association of Georgia President Doug Tumlin at the annual installation banquet held at the Savannah Golf Club. Shawn Elmore was installed as the Effingham County chapter president. Elmore is the President of Elmore Customs. "It is truly an honor to be chosen to represent an ...
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Jobless rate dips to 8.7 percent
ATLANTA-The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that Georgia's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined to 8.7 percent in October, down three-tenths of a percentage point from 9.0 percent in September. The jobless rate was 9.7 percent in October a year ago.
Effingham jobless rate at 7.2 percent for September
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that the preliminary unemployment rate in metro Savannah declined to 8.0 percent in September, down six-tenths of a percentage point from a revised 8.6 percent in August. The rate was 9.2 percent in September 2011.
State apple crop comes in early
MACON - Georgia's apple crop came in ahead of schedule due to warmer-than-normal temperatures earlier this year, meaning apple lovers can get an early bite of the fall fruit.
State jobless rate tumbles to 9 percent for September
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that Georgia's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined to 9.0 percent in September, down two-tenths of a percentage point from 9.2 percent in August. The jobless rate was 9.8 percent in September a year ago.
Double-digit growth in autos, TEUs at ports
The Georgia Ports Authority announced Monday that the authority posted increases across all reporting categories for the first two months of fiscal year 2013.
Long-term jobless may be eligible for additional benefits
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Labor announced that some long-term unemployed workers may now be eligible for additional Emergency Unemployment Compensation in Georgia. The GDOL is mailing notifications to those who may be eligible and instructing them to begin filing for benefits.
Deal announces a sales tax holiday for energy-, water-saving items
Gov. Nathan Deal has announced that Georgians can save money while conserving energy and water during the upcoming ENERGY STAR and WaterSense sales tax holiday.
State says investment, jobs created set a record
Gov. Nathan Deal announced Monday that jobs and investment generated by the Global Commerce division of the Georgia Department of Economic Development jumped by almost a third during the state's most recent fiscal year. The department reported that the 403 company expansions or locations with which it assisted created 28,776 jobs, an increase of 29 percent from last fiscal year, and $5.97 billion in investment, a 32 percent increase. These statistics reflect a trend of ...
One-Stop to hold job fair
The Effingham One-Stop will host a job fair Wednesday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Metro Savannah jobless rate falls to 8.6 percent
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Labor announced that the preliminary unemployment rate in metro Savannah declined to 8.6 percent in August, down five-tenths of a percentage point from 9.1 in July. The rate was 9.5 in August 2011.
Commissioners debate merits of excise tax
Effingham County officials are continuing to ponder whether to enact an excise tax the state is abandoning.
Manager: Mill running strong and safely
Safety has taken a step forward at Georgia-Pacific's Savannah River Mill, plant manager Kelly Wolff said.
State adds more jobs, but the unemployment rate stays unchanged
ATLANTA-The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that Georgia's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 9.2 percent in August. The rate is unchanged from July, when the preliminary 9.3 percent rate was revised to 9.2 percent. The jobless rate was 9.9 percent in August a year ago.
Double-digit growth for ports in August
The Georgia Ports Authority saw a strong August, with increased business across all categories, both month-over-month and fiscal year to date.
AASU economist sees steady growth for region
Armstrong Atlantic State University's Center for Regional Analysis reports a steady improvement in the economy for the second quarter of 2012, according to the Coastal Empire Economic Monitor.
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