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State panel to back lower income tax
ATLANTA (AP) - The head of a panel weighing an overhaul of Georgia's tax code said Wednesday the group will likely recommend lowering the state's personal and corporate income tax rates and instead taxing more goods and services.
Learn to grow your own as master gardner
Would you like to grow your own vegetables but don't know how? Maybe you know how but don't think you have the space for a garden?
Property transfers for Dec. 27-Jan. 3
The following property transfers were recorded with the Bryan County Clerk of Court from Dec. 27 – Jan. 3:
Contribution limits largely unchanged
You'll probably hate me for bringing this up, but it's time to begin planning for your 2011 taxes – or at least, about the tax implications of your retirement account contributions.
Bank, FDIC in consent agreement
After discussions with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, The Heritage Bank agreed last week to take actions to shore up its business.
Area feeling gas-price pinch
Gas prices at most area service stations have surpassed $3 a gallon once again. The national average of gasoline is up by 6 cents this week, with an average cost to $3.04 a gallon, according to an AAA Auto Club South news release. Georgia's average price of $2.95 has increased by 8 cents from last week. After an increase in demand for both foreign and domestic heating oil, crude oil closed Thursday at $91.51 a ...
Coastal, metro jobless numbers follow statewide trend
Staff reports Jobless numbers in the Coastal Georgia area, as well as in the metro Savannah area, have followed the statewide trend of slightly increasing for the month of November. The preliminary unadjusted unemployment rate in the Coastal Georgia area increased to 9.2 percent in November, up six-tenths of a percentage point from 8.6 percent in October. The rate in the metro Savannah area increased to 8.9 percent in November, up six-tenths of a percentage ...
State extends shrimp harvest 10 days
BRUNSWICK - Georgia officials are extending the state's food shrimp harvest season by 10 days, to Jan. 10.
Car dealer donates $36K worth of toys
CLAXTON - NeSmith Chevrolet Buick GMC distributed $36,718 in toys to three local organizations as a result of a 15-day "Facebook FunRaiser" that took place Dec. 1-15.
Pet store raises funds to fight canine cancer
PawParazzi pet boutique of Richmond Hill raised close to $900 for the National Canine Cancer Foundation during its Pet Pictures with Santa event.
Property transfers for Dec. 7-17
The following property transfers were filed with the Bryan County Clerk of Court from Dec. 7-17:
Load prepaid cards at your own risk
The government did us a favor when it created the CARD Act, which reined in banks and credit-card companies that had been collecting millions of extra dollars from consumers.
Track your spending
If you have a computer and really don't know where all your money goes, your life can be easier if you invest in personal-finance budget software. Nearly all of the finance programs have reports that you can customize and generate. Want to know how much you're spending for groceries? Or how much miscellaneous cash went to coffee in the morning? The program will tell you. Your bank statement will include the debit-card amounts, which you'll ...
Company helps fund BC United Way goal
Out of all of those who contributed to the United Way of Bryan County, Janice Blunt especially wanted to recognize one Richmond Hill business for its support.
Make sure you are cyber secure
When Ben Franklin famously wrote "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," I'm pretty sure he wasn't warning his readers about the perils of cyber crime. But in today's world of phishing, shoulder-surfing and computer spyware, his advice hits home.
Articles by Section - Business
Fenn to leave Development Authority
The Development Authority of Bryan County will soon be on the lookout for a new executive director.
After Hours set for Firefly Lighting
The Richmond Hill/Bryan County Chamber of Commerce's next Business After Hours will be from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday at Firefly Lighting and Design, 459 Edsel Drive.
Investments don't get vacations
At long last, summer is almost here - which may mean it's time to put together your traveling plans. Still, while you and your family may enjoy going a summertime trip, there's one part of your life that should not go on vacation - and that's your investment portfolio.
Don't let your financial guard down
Some new reports say segments of the economy are springing back. Others aren't so positive.
Your financial life after graduation
To the millions of college and high school seniors who recently graduated: congratulations on a job well done. After the celebration dies down, you'll no doubt be eager to embark on life's next chapter, whether it's finding a job, preparing for college or enrolling in military or community service.
Employment law topic at seminar
ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Labor is teaming with the State Employer Committee to offer a course on compliance challenges during an employment-law and legislative-issues update Wednesday in Morrow.
Property transfers for June 3-6
The following property transfers were recorded with the Bryan County Clerk of Court, June 3-6.
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