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Step Up Savannah requestsnominations for awardsStep Up Savannah is now accepting nominations for The Workplace Innovator Award, given each year to recognize a business that pursues innovation in the...
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G280's high-tech vision system gets OK
The latest versions of Gulfstream Aerospace’s enhanced cockpit technology for the G280 have earned Federal Aviation Administration approval, giving the company’s latest mid-size business jet the...
View ArticleMangee: Who will lead the Fed?
Even a cursory observer of financial markets and the broader economy can attest to the prominent and influential role served by Ben Bernanke, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve Bank of the United...
View ArticleMore Powerball players seeking big jackpots only
DES MOINES, Iowa — The allure of capturing the estimated $425 million Powerball jackpot had players in a buying frenzy Wednesday, further confirming a trend that lottery officials say has become the...
View ArticleLocal firms team up to support maritime education
Two ports-related logistics companies presented the Maritime Logistics Education Taskforce with a check for $440.40 to support programs in logistics education. The funds were generated through a...
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Six of 12 small cars do well in front crash tests
DETROIT — Two redesigned Honda Civic models were the only small cars to get the top rating in stringent front-end crash tests performed by an insurance industry group.In all, half of the 12 compact and...
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U.S. jobless claims at 6-year low, but hiring lags
WASHINGTON — Americans who have a job may take comfort in knowing that companies are laying off fewer people than at any time since before the recession. The government said Thursday that weekly...
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International Paper gives $40,000 to local groups The Savannah Mill’s International Paper Foundation has awarded grants to 11 local nonprofit organizations.The recipients include: Community Help Inc.,...
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Anti-smoking battle moves outdoors; bans increase
ATLANTAFirst it was bars, restaurants and office buildings. Now the front lines of the “No Smoking” battle have moved outdoors.City parks, public beaches, college campuses and other outdoor venues...
View ArticleObama signs student loan deal, says job isn't done
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama signed into law Friday a measure restoring lower interest rates for student loans, pledging the hard-fought compromise would be just the first step in a broader,...
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Learn the basics to buy first homeThe University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service plans a seminar for first-time home buyers. Instruction will include setting goals, evaluating credit reports,...
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Whole Foods Market offers unique grocery, eatery experience
No matter your gastronomic vice, Whole Foods Market’s new Savannah store has you covered.Java addicts can get their fix by the pound or the steaming cup.Herbivores have the salad, olive and pickled...
View ArticleState employee benefits head for realignment
Mixing a multibillion-dollar health contract with fierce industry protests and abortion politics is a sure recipe for turmoil.The new State Health Benefit Plan contract tops the charts on turbulence....
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HIRES/PROMOTIONSMARK DENMARKNew job title: Assistant director of engineeringCompany: Savannah Airport CommissionDuties: Denmark’s responsibilities will include assisting the Director of Engineering in...
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Creative Writing 1Date: Mondays, Aug. 12-Sept. 30Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.Location: The Coastal Georgia Center, 305 Fahm St. Cost: $200For more information and to register, go to...
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ON THE WEBGo to savannahnow.com to see video of the Battle of the Drumlines held Saturday at Savannah High School.
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Gas prices drop in metro SavannahAverage retail gasoline prices in Savannah have fallen 7.4 cents a gallon in the past week to $3.39 a gallon on Sunday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 262 gas...
View ArticleA few opening day reflections about Whole Foods
In advance of the opening today of Whole Foods Market in Savannah, hundreds of area residents took guided previews of the new store.On my Saturday afternoon tour with other curious community members, I...
View ArticleHome sales surpass milestone in July
As milestones go, 500 home sales in a month pales in comparison to 60 home runs in a baseball season or the 4-minute mile.Broaching the half-a-thousand mark is nonetheless significant for the local...
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BlackBerry weighs putting itself up for sale
TORONTO — BlackBerry will consider selling itself after the long-awaited debut of its new phones failed to turn around the struggling smartphone maker.The company said Monday that its board has formed...
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