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Workshops for laid-off educators starting
ATLANTA - State Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond said the Georgia Department of Labor will begin a series of workshops this week to help thousands of laid-off Georgia education employees transition into new careers. The first workshops are today and Saturday at the Hilton Garden Inn in Albany, Atlanta Airport Marriott, Atlanta Marriott Century Center, Macon State College and the Marietta campus of Chattahoochee Technical College. All workshops will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
April jobless numbers drop a little in area
ATLANTA - The preliminary, unadjusted unemployment rate in Coastal Georgia declined to 8.6 percent in April, down six-tenths of a percentage point in March, according to the Georgia Department of Labor.
Georgia ports report 25 percent growth
SAVANNAH – Georgia Ports Authority's Executive Director Curtis J. Foltz announced this week that the GPA experienced 25.6 percent container growth in April and has recorded five consecutive months of double-digit growth through its ports.
Open house at Plantation Lumber
Plantation Lumber held its annual open house on May 20. Dallas Daniel and his staff served low country boil, pork loin, hamburgers and hot dogs with desserts to more than 250 visitors. Live music and games provided a fun and family friendly atmosphere.
Customer appreciation at Southeastern
Southeastern Bank hosted it s 2010 annual customer appreciation day on May 21. Visitors were treated to free hot dogs and refreshments and a classic car show from local favorites Over the Hill Gang.
Foundry manager say work 'on track'
Firth Rixson Limited General Manager Chris Bohlmann spoke to the Richmond Hill Rotary Club on Thursday about the company's progress on the new Liberty County facility in Tradeport East and local job creation.
Move of 196 shortcut hurting businesses
Area shrimper Joey Lawler could haul in the catch of the season tomorrow, but as long as the relocated Highway 196 interchange limits how customers can get to him, he wouldn't see much profit from it.
Bumper peach crop expected
FORT VALLEY (AP) - The harvesting, packaging and selling of Georgia's peaches has begun, and growers are cautiously looking for a bumper crop this year. Robert Dickey, owner of Dickey Farms in Musella, said conditions were so favorable that growers had to thin the crop.
Georgia Ports grows 26 percent in April
Georgia Ports Authority's Executive Director Curtis J. Foltz announced today that the GPA experienced 25.6 percent container growth in April and has recorded five consecutive months of double-digit growth through its ports.
Despite hire, large landowner has no new plans
Close to 5,000 acres of pristine land along the Medway River at the Midway I-95 interchange in Liberty County will not be developed into a master planned community any time soon, says Foram Group Chairman and CEO Loretta Cockrum.
Property transfers for April
Bryan County: Olde South Construction, LLC to Amy Haley and Mark Goodrich, 155 Tupelo Trail, Richmond Hill, $240.000.00. 4/1/10 Saturday & Warnock Construction, Inc. to Mehmet Feridun Aksu, 10 Teachers Row, Lot 50, Cottonham Plantation, Ph 3 of the Richmond Hill Pl., Richmond Hill, $185,000.00. 4/1/10 Synergy Designer Homes, Inc. to Anthony A. Witkowsky and Deborah S. Witkowsky, 95 Jacobs Circle, Lot 5, Dunham Marsh, Richmond Hill, $232,840.00. 4/2/10 SRH Investments, LLC dba Hallmark Custom ...
Imperial, OSHA in settlement talks
SAVANNAH - Imperial Sugar and the U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration are discussing a possible settlement of proposed fines against the company for a deadly 2008 refinery explosion near Savannah. The talks have prompted an administrative law judge to postpone a hearing on the fines by the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission scheduled for next Tuesday in Savannah.
Local woman on statewide utility board
Chris McDermott of Richmond Hill was re-elected recently to a three-year term as a member director of the board of Georgia Transmission Corporation. She also serves on the board of directors for Coastal Electric Membership Corporation.
Gas company seeking rate hike
ATLANTA - The Georgia Public Service Commission is reviewing an Atlanta Gas Light Company request to increase base rates.
Hinesville starting farmers market
Hinesville's first farmers market this Thursday promises a host of bargains, including its hours of operation. The market will be held from 4-8 p.m. each Thursday, from May 6-Oct. 28, at Bradwell Park and along Commerce Street in downtown Hinesville.
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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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