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Business
Canton Optometrist Elected President of State Association
Dr. Joyce Nations of Canton has been elected president of the 700-member Georgia Optometric Association...
Jun 10, 2008
Oxendine Joins Speaker Gingrich’s Call for Energy Independence
The candidate for Governor 2010 urges Georgian’s to sign a petition on AmericanSolutions.com that has adopted the motto, 'Drill Here. Drill Now. Pay Less'...
May 31, 2008
Make Waves at the 2008 PACE Awards
Applications are now available to highlight the region’s best clean air efforts...
May 29, 2008
Re/Max Town & Country's Clarke Recognized for Internet Marketing Excellence
Nationally renowned real estate marketing and technology speaker and REALTOR.com® Vice President, Max Pigman, has presented to Darrell Clarke of RE/MAX Town & Country the “Real Estate Online Marketing Award of Excellence”...
May 13, 2008
Governor Perdue Suspends Gas Tax on Off-Road Diesel
Suspension of the tax will save farmers and timber owners the four percent sales tax charged on off-road diesel. The state does not charge an excise tax on this type of fuel, and the executive order does not impact local taxes that are levied. The suspension is expected to offset state revenues by $2 million to $4 million...
May 12, 2008
Parkes Honored as Top Gun Loan Producer
Mortgage Loan Originator Gary Parkes of NorStar Mortgage Group was honored on May 5, 2008 as a Top Gun Loan Producer for 2008 by The Georgia Association of Mortgage Brokers...
May 12, 2008
Canton Resident Wins Toastmasters Speech Contest
Canton resident Cathy Wendland-Colby emerged victorious amongst 10 contestants in the Toastmasters speech competition held during District 14 (Georgia) Spring conference in Peachtree City...
May 12, 2008
IRS Has Answers to Questions People Are Asking About Economic Stimulus Payments
As millions of Americans begin receiving their economic stimulus payments, the Internal Revenue Service released a list of the most-frequently-asked questions –– and answers –– that people now are asking...
May 7, 2008
26th Annual Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk & Fitness Program Opens with First Captain’s Kickoff Event
Guest speakers feature race founder, renowned author and speaker, and U.S. Olympian, Jeff Galloway, and DAVE-FM’s radio personality Mara Davis, as well as a host of team captains and KPCRW organizers...
May 6, 2008
As Gas Prices Escalate, Atlanta's Eco-Friendly Courier Lowers Next Day Delivery Rates
GREEN Express couriers changed its business model last year in anticipation of high gas prices. Atlanta's only earth friendly courier is driving fuel efficient hybrids, working from satellite offices and using GPS technology to insure the most effective routes are being used by its green friendly drivers...
May 6, 2008
Lanier Technical College Students Successful at State Competitions
Three Lanier Tech students from the Oakwood Campus qualified for the national competition: Shelia Carter won second place in Cyber Security and first place in Telecommunications. Randall Pruitt won first place in Project Management, and Faye Humphries received third place in Management Analysis and Decision Making...
Apr 25, 2008
Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk Makes Strides for Corporate Wellness in 2008
Founder and Race Director, Jeff Galloway, has cited promising employee statistics in companies with active wellness programs. The numbers might surprise you...
Apr 23, 2008
The Mint Tulip Loves Administrative Professionals
If you want to show your hard-working administrative professionals how much you appreciate them this week, which is Administrative Professionals Week, surprise them with a gourmet gift basket from The Mint Tulip...
Apr 23, 2008
Last Minute Tax Tips for Georgians
As the end of the tax filing season approaches IRS Spokesman Mark Green suggest taxpayers to be aware of some helpful tax information during the rush...
Apr 9, 2008
State of Georgia Opens Doors of Commerce to China
Governor Sonny Perdue cut the ribbon Wednesday to open Georgia's newest international economic development center, located in Beijing, China...
Apr 3, 2008
