Business

Vintage Ooollee owner to retire; costume shop has new owner

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 06 Jun 2023 · 2

As Caren Bricker, better known to Augustans as Ooollee, plans to retire, she’s selling the costume shop to a former employee who has a soft spot in her heart for the business.

Augusta chef passionate about doughnuts

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 01 Jun 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta chef passionate about doughnuts

June 2 is National Doughnut Day, and Jeremy Miller has been specializing in doughnuts for almost three years.

Augusta Goodwill draws from its past to shape its future

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 31 May 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta Goodwill draws from its past to shape its future

Augusta’s Goodwill has returned to its foundation with a new approach for the 21st century.

Business owner sees artistry in flooring

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 27 May 2023 · Comments Off on Business owner sees artistry in flooring

A local business owner enjoys uses his creativity when it comes to installing floors. Diamond Wood Floors recently won an award for a patterned floor.

‘Golden Blocks’ sees signs of economic rejuvenation

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 May 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Golden Blocks’ sees signs of economic rejuvenation

The area historically known as Augusta’s Golden Blocks is seeing signs of economic rejuvenation.

Two Richmond County students named Bank of America Student Leaders

By Staff Report · 25 May 2023 · Comments Off on Two Richmond County students named Bank of America Student Leaders

Two Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School students were named as Bank of America’s Student Leaders program.

ABX finds new home in Martinez

By Ron Baxley Jr. · 20 May 2023 · Comments Off on ABX finds new home in Martinez

Augusta Book Exchange moves to Martinez with a new name.

Augusta named one of five hub cities for President Biden’s ‘Investing in America’ agenda

By Staff Report · 18 May 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta named one of five hub cities for President Biden’s ‘Investing in America’ agenda

Augusta has been chosen as one of five hub cities to participate in the President’s Investing in America Agenda.

Grovetown woman makes appearance on QVC

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 May 2023 · Comments Off on Grovetown woman makes appearance on QVC

A local woman, who works as Shapermint spokesmodel, recently appeared on QVC to sell the brand.

Help small business owners at Beer & Bytes: Crowdfunding Demo Day

By Staff Report · 08 May 2023 · Comments Off on Help small business owners at Beer & Bytes: Crowdfunding Demo Day

Entrepreneurs will have the chance to pitch their business ideas and gain capital for their businesses at a May 10 event.

Author talks, special activities planned for Book Tavern

By Staff Report · 27 Apr 2023 · Comments Off on Author talks, special activities planned for Book Tavern

The Book Tavern has several special events coming up in the next few weeks including Independent Bookstore Day April 29.

More Stuckey’s pecan logs to roll out of Wrens

By Staff Report · 24 Apr 2023 · Comments Off on More Stuckey’s pecan logs to roll out of Wrens

A nearly $2 million investment into the Wrens’ Stuckey’s plant will provide more jobs and equipment to make more of its famous pecan log rolls.

Coffee with a side of frozen custard at Café Dulce

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 31 Mar 2023 · Comments Off on Coffee with a side of frozen custard at Café Dulce

A new west Augusta eatery offers coffee and frozen custard.

Golfers improve their game with the help of Aiken physical therapist

By Ron Baxley Jr. · 29 Mar 2023 · Comments Off on Golfers improve their game with the help of Aiken physical therapist

An Aiken physical therapist helps golfers improve their game while safeguarding themselves from injury.