Savannah metro gas prices dip slightly
Average retail gasoline prices in Savannah fell 0.4 cents a gallon in the past week to $3.33 a gallon on Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 262 gas outlets in Savannah. The national...
View ArticleAmerican Airlines, JetBlue ending agreement
American Airlines, JetBlue ending agreement NEW YORK — American Airlines and JetBlue Airways Corp. are ending an agreement that allowed travelers to add connections to their itinerary on each other’s...
View ArticleBiS in brief: Savannah gas prices dip slightly
Savannah gas prices dip slightlyAverage retail gasoline prices in Savannah fell 0.4 cents a gallon in the past week to $3.33 a gallon on Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 262 gas outlets...
View ArticleA brighter picture for Savannah in latest employment estimates
The January employment estimates are always delayed for statistical reasons, so some of the key data was just released last week.Employment is generally a lagging indicator of economic conditions, and...
View ArticleUnited Way picks Medbank to handle benefits program
United Way of the Coastal Empire has selected MedBank to manage Access Benefits Online, a program that connects low-income people to public benefits through an online tool that allows MedBank to screen...
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White House holding firm on dredging ban
When the White House budget for fiscal 2015 failed to contain the expected funds for dredging the Savannah harbor, Georgia’s full, bipartisan congressional delegation sent a letter to President Barack...
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Tanger Outlets CEO talks teenage retail and other topics
A drop-off in profits among once popular teenage retailers doesn’t concern Steve Tanger, CEO and founder of Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, the largest owner of outlets in the U.S. He says those...
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Ameris Bank to acquire The Coastal Bank
Ameris Bank announced this morning it is acquiring Savannah’s Coastal Bank, the latest in a consolidation trend among southeastern community banks. Announced early Tuesday, Ameris Bancorps said it is...
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Business groups get workforce study results
There were a lot of head-nodding moments — and more than a few surprises — when business leaders gathered to hear the results of a countywide workforce study Tuesday at the Hyatt Regency Savannah.While...
View ArticleShark tank Savannah style
“Have you ever wondered what would happen if you had to take care of a loved one?” entrepreneur Iona Newton asked a packed house to kick off last Friday’s sixth annual FastPitch business plan...
View ArticleBiS in brief: March/April Savannah Magazine on newsstands
March/April Savannah Magazine on newsstandsThe March/April issue of Savannah Magazine previews Savannah Fashion Week, offers a tour through what’s cooler in Pooler, showcases one collector’s obsession...
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Europe: Cheese names must change
WASHINGTON — Would Parmesan by any other name be as tasty atop your pasta? A ripening trade battle might put that to the test.As part of trade talks, the European Union wants to ban the use of European...
View ArticleMedient Studios to be listed in S&P publication
Medient Studios (OTCQB: MDNT) announced Monday its company information will be made available via S&P Capital IQ Corporation Records Listing Program.A full description of Medient Studios will be...
View ArticleMen's Wearhouse to buy Jos. A Bank
Men’s Wearhouse to buy Jos. A Bank NEW YORK — Looks like the best suitor won.After an extended chase that included overtures on both sides and flirtations with other parties, Men’s Wearhouse and Jos....
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Height map amendment postponed for River Street development
Hotelier Richard Kessler’s request for a height map amendment for a proposed multi-million dollar West River Street development hit a speed bump Tuesday after the city’s planning commission tabled a...
View ArticleMemorial holds groundbreaking for expanded emergency room
Memorial University Medical Center officials today broke ground on a $15 million renovation and expansion of its emergency department and announced it’s being named the Parker’s Emergency & Trauma...
View ArticleAtlanta mayor still hopeful on federal money to deepen Savannah port
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed finally has been heard from on the absence of harbor deepening money in President Obama’s 2015 budget:http://saportareport.com/blog/2014/03/atlanta-mayor-kasim-reed-still-hop...
View ArticleConflict flares in S.C. over Jasper Ocean Terminal
COLUMBIA — An attempt to send an unspecified amount of funds to support the development of the future Jasper Ocean Terminal was defeated, after one lawmaker said the South Carolina Ports Authority had...
View ArticleBiS in brief: Pooler shuttle available for St. Patrick’s parade
Pooler shuttle available for St. Patrick’s paradeThe Pooler Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, Inc. will partner with Kelly Tours to provide shuttle service from the National Museum of the Mighty...
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JetBlue happy with first month here
Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport Executive Director Greg Kelly received an email Wednesday morning from JetBlue’s regional marketing director indicating the airport’s newest carrier was “very...
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