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Carr earns distinction
Yvette Carr of Burns World Travel's Springfield office recently completed the certified Sandals specialist 2010 workshop. Travel agents with CSS designation are required to complete a rigorous education and training program on a yearly basis that ensures customers they are experts on all facets of Sandals and Beaches restors. Carr has traveled extensively and has more than 28 years of experience as a travel agent in southeast Georgia.
Effingham tourism to be topic of Chamber ‘Lunch ’n Learn’
The Effingham Chamber of Commerce announces the next Lunch 'n Learn opportunity. State tourism representative Carey Ferrara, will speak on building a tourism program for the lunch meeting. The meeting will be held at New Ebenezer Retreat Center at noon on Nov. 16. This will be an excellent opportunity to learn what the community can do to expand and build on Effingham County's tourism base. Effingham was first settled in 1734, a year after Gen. James ...
State to hold career expo/job fair Oct. 28
ATLANTA-The Georgia Department of Labor will sponsor a career expo and job fair for employers and job seekers in the Savannah area. The event will be held Oct. 28 from 1-4 p.m. at the Savannah Civic Center. "The response for this event from employers, particularly the private sector, has been excellent," state Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond said. "Hopefully, this is an indication of good things to come in the coastal Georgia area. Hiring in the ...
Best quarter ever for ports
SAVANNAH-Georgia Ports Authority's Executive Director Curtis J. Foltz announced Thursday the Port of Savannah experienced 20.1-percent growth in 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs) for the first three months of FY2011 (July-September 2010), a record for the authority. "The first quarter of 2011, once again, showed that the Port of Savannah is not only increasing its value and market share by record numbers, but also its importance to the national logistics and transportation system," Foltz said. "Today, the Port ...
Purnell, Woodcock complete CBA school
Tammy Purnell and Lisa Woodcock with Citizens Bank of Effingham graduated Oct. 7 from the Community Bankers Association of Georgia's Compliance School, which is part of the Community Bankers University. CBA developed this four-day school in conjunction with Professional Bank Services, Inc., a consulting and educational services firm based in Louisville, Ky. The school is offered once a year and is designed for all community bank staff members who have compliance responsibilities. The school offers a ...
Welcoming Pregnancy Care Center
The Effingham Chamber of Commerce greeted its newest member the nonprofit Pregnancy Care Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Chairperson of the Pregnancy Care Center's board, Laura Devisscher, and center director Anna Gianeskis cut the ribbon together and the center opened the doors to its new, larger office, located in the same building as before with Lords Eye Center off Highway 21. The Pregnancy Care Center is a faith-based organization that offers counseling services and ...
Georgia launches anti-fraud program
ATLANTA-The Georgia Governor's Office of Consumer Affairs, Consumer Federation of America (CFA), the Georgia Bankers Association, and Georgia Credit Union Affiliates has begun a new program to protect consumers and financial institutions from fake check scams. Under the program, participating banks and credit unions will hand a brochure created by CFA, "Don't Become a Target," to every consumer who comes in to deposit checks or money orders of $1,000 or more or to withdraw $1,000 ...
GMCF honors Dr. Ratchford
Effingham Hospital and Care Center is pleased to congratulate Dr. Joseph Ratchford, MD, on his receipt of the Medical Director Quality Award for 2010 from the Georgia Medical Care Foundation (GMCF). Dr. Ratchford has served as medical director for Effingham Care Center since December 2003 and is board certified in internal medicine. "We are very pleased that the Georgia Medical Care Foundation chose to honor Dr. Ratchford for his leadership, commitment to quality care and dedication ...
More farmers can turn to solar power through Rural Development
Small businesses and farmers are beginning to take advantage of a program through USDA Rural Development that provides a grant of up to 25 percent of the costs of installing renewable energy systems, up to $500,000 with a minimum of $2,500. Of particular interest has been solar panels, which cost around $5-$6 per watt to install, but which often pay for themselves within a few years and also provide income when energy is sold back ...
Georgia Heritage FCU offers free financial seminar
Georgia Heritage FCU members and the public are invited to attend "Financial First Aid to Survive the Holidays," a free educational seminar set for Oct. 12 at the credit union. Skye Tyler, Education Coordinator at Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS), will present tips, tricks and ideas on how to prepare a holiday spending - and savings - plan. Topics will include understanding credit, building a budget, and shopping for bargains. CCCS provides quality financial literacy to ...
Coastal Bank promotes Adkins to retail banking VP
SAVANNAH-The Coastal Bank recently promoted banking professional Candace Adkins to vice president of the bank's retail banking division. In her new position, Adkins is responsible for coordinating all production, sales and service delivery for the retail banking division. Adkins joined The Coastal Bank in 2007 as retail sales administrator, serving as liaison between executive management and retail before being promoted to assistant vice president of the bank's retail banking division in 2008. She began her banking ...
State Chamber taps DNR’s Clark
The Georgia Chamber of Commerce announced that Chris Clark has been selected as the organization's new president and CEO effective Nov. 1. He succeeds George Israel, who announced his retirement earlier this year after eight years of service to the organization. "I want to thank the Georgia Chamber for offering me this incredible opportunity," Clark said. "It is an organization with a successful past, a strong membership base, a dedicated staff, and exciting plans for ...
Ports tout growth, push for expansion with Atlanta Chamber
ATLANTA-Georgia Ports Authority Executive Director Curtis J. Foltz addressed business leaders at the second annual Atlanta State of the Port on Friday to discuss the importance of Georgia's deepwater ports in Savannah and Brunswick to the metro Atlanta area. "As one of our state's strongest economic engines, Georgia's deepwater ports connect our state to the world, generating growth and opportunities for all Georgians," Foltz said. "I am proud to report the GPA continues to maintain and ...
Ports primed for more growth
SAVANNAH-Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) Executive Director Curtis J. Foltz delivered his first State of the Port Address to a record crowd of nearly 1,100 in Savannah on Thursday. He outlined actions required to achieve continued growth and prepare the Port of Savannah for future prosperity. "The Port of Savannah experienced a remarkable recovery in FY 2010 (July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010)," said Foltz. "The 9.7-percent increase in TEUs (20-foot equivalent units) for the year allowed the ...
A new day for Walmart
The Rincon Walmart celebrated a grand re-opening Friday morning as five employees who have been with the store since its opening in 1986 - Lillie Smart Brown, Leah Bollinger, Sharon Ulmer, Nancy Mincey and Carolyn Wise - cut the ribbon to mark the occasion. The Walmart Foundation also awarded three grants totaling to $7,500 to Rincon Elementary School, Guyton Elementary School and Effingham County High School, announced by store manager Ricky Smith. The store has ...
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Unemployment hits 8.4 percent in metro Savannah
ATLANTA - State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced Thursday that the preliminary unemployment rate in metro Savannah rose to 8.4 percent in April, up one-tenth of a percentage point from 8.3 percent in March. The rate was also 8.4 percent in April 2011.
Dr. Cornwell named EHS chief of staff
Dr. James Cornwell Jr., has been elected Effingham Health System chief of staff by his colleagues.
Dr. Clarke joins staff of Effingham Family Medicine
Effingham Health System announces that Suzanne Clarke, board-certified in family medicine, has joined the practitioners of Effingham Family Medicine.
Savannah River Mill honored for 1M safe hours
Georgia-Pacific's Savannah River Mill recently achieved a significant safety milestone when it celebrated operating more than 1 million work hours without a lost-time accident. In recognition of the achievement, Georgia-Pacific Chief Executive Officer and President Jim Hannan presented employees with the company's CEO Safety Excellence award at a celebration lunch.
UGA study says ports support more than 350K jobs
Gov. Nathan Deal announced Thursday the release of the study "The Economic Impact of Georgia's Deepwater Ports" by the Selig Center for Economic Growth at UGA's Terry College of Business.
State unemployment rate declines
ATLANTA-State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler announced Thursday that Georgia's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined for the ninth consecutive month in April to 8.9 percent, the first time in more than three years the rate has dropped below nine percent. The rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point from 9.0 percent in March. The jobless rate was 9.8 percent in April a year ago.
Skilled Nursing Center earns five-star rating
Effingham Skilled Nursing Center has received a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), thereby placing it among the top 10 percent of nursing homes in the country.
STC, Labor Department to sponsor job expo
The Georgia Department of Labor and Savannah Technical College will co-sponsor a career expo May 16, at the STC campus, 5717 White Bluff Rd., in Savannah. The expo will be from 2-6 p.m. in the auditorium.
Ports officials hope Last Mile clears the roads
As the port of Savannah continues to grow and ships, railcars and trucks roll in and out, port officials also are anxious to make the roads around the port better - and safer.
GDOL to team up with Military Sealift Command
ATLANTA-The Georgia Department of Labor's (GDOL) Brunswick Career Center will help Military Sealift Command (MSC) fill a number of job openings for civilian employees to work on civilian-crew ships that transport equipment and supplies to U.S. military forces worldwide. The recruitment will be held Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the career center, located at 2517 Tara Lane.
DOL taking unemployment insurance claims online
ATLANTA-State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler said that the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is among 10 states that have launched a new electronic system designed to increase efficiency and reduce costs of operating the state's unemployment insurance (UI) program.
Unemployment falls to 7.9 percent in Effingham County
ATLANTA-The Georgia Department of Labor announced that the preliminary unemployment rate in metro Savannah declined to 8.3 percent in March, down three-tenths of a percentage point from a revised 8.6 percent in February. The jobless rate in metro Savannah in March a year ago was also 8.6 percent.
McCurry to discuss ports at Chamber breakfast
The Effingham Chamber of Commerce will host its next Chamber membership breakfast May 3 at 8 a.m. The meeting will be held at the Effingham Career Academy, off Highway 21, next to the Savannah Technical College Effingham campus.
Governor pledges support for harbor deepening
Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal visited the Port of Savannah on Tuesday to mark the passage of the state budget, including an additional $46.7 million to help pay for the Savannah Harbor deepening.
State jobless rate dips to lowest in last three years
ATLANTA-State Labor Commissioner Mark Butler has announced that Georgia's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate declined in March for the eighth consecutive month to 9 percent, the lowest rate since February 2009, when it was 8.9 percent. That is a decline of one-tenth of a percentage point from a revised 9.1 percent in February. The jobless rate was 9.8 percent in March a year ago.
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