For nonprofits, easiest not always best
On April 8, the New York Times reported that an IRS backlog of 77,000 waiting applications had been cut by 91 percent. The news came from the IRS’ “2014 Data Book,” reporting its figures for fiscal...
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Tax lawyer gives tips on dealing with IRS to Small Business Council luncheon
On the eve of tax day, a Statesboro-based tax attorney gave his best tips for dealing with the Internal Revenue Service for those who might one day fall under its microscope.Jeffrey L. Williamson of...
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Nominate local leaders for 2015 business awardsThe Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce is calling for nominations for its 2015 business awards, which will be presented at the Business Awards Banquet on...
View ArticleGeorgia Ports' container traffic up nearly 28 percent
The Georgia Ports Authority increased containerized cargo in March by 27.8 percent compared to the same month a year ago, for an additional 72,499 20-foot equivalent container units (TEUs), port...
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Officials warn of traffic delays on eve of Tanger Outlets opening in Pooler
Airport and Pooler officials are warning commuters to expect delays today in anticipation of the new Tanger Outlets opening off Pooler Parkway and Interstate 95. A ribbon-cutting is scheduled for 10...
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Delta's 1Q profit up: More traffic, lower fuel prices
DALLAS — Delta Air Lines plans to reduce international flying later this year as travel demand in some places weakens due to lower oil prices and the strong U.S. dollar.The airline said Wednesday that...
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Prominent local banker Tommy Hester dies
Savannah businessman Tommy Hester’s acumen in the world of banking and finance was a given. But for the local business community, it was his warm personality, caring demeanor, quick wit and perpetual...
View ArticleOur economic times: Demographics and macroeconomic growth
The overall economy of the United States — as measured by the gross domestic product — grew at a rate of 2.4 percent year over year in 2014.This marks the ninth straight year that the economy grew less...
View ArticleGeorgia unemployment rate stays flat at 6.3 percent in March
ATLANTA – Georgia’s seasonally-adjusted unemployment rate for March was 6.3 percent, unchanged from February and matching the lowest level since July 2008, the Georgia Department of Labor announced...
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Silver Airlines to launch nonstop service between Savannah and Orlando
Florida-based Silver Airways announced Thursday it will begin daily nonstop flights between Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport and Orlando International Airport on June 23.According to the...
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Shoppers descend on Pooler for Tanger Outlets grand opening
A blast of metallic confetti cut through the gray skies over Pooler on Thursday morning to mark the grand opening of the new Tanger Outlets Savannah, as thousands of shoppers quickly filled the parking...
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Georgia jobless rate unchanged at 6.3 percent ATLANTA – Georgia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for March was 6.3 percent, unchanged from February and matching the lowest level since July 2008,...
View ArticleQuantum to host logistics open house
Quantum Inc. is looking for a few good logistics providers. Actually, it’s hoping to find more than a few to introduce them to what this special company can do.A nonprofit subsidiary of the Coastal...
View ArticleFees, loans push banks to higher quarter profits
NEW YORK — Wall Street and Main Street gave banks a boost last quarter.Fees from corporate mergers and commissions from trading fueled profits at big financial firms. But average Americans also helped...
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Barbie shows signs of life as Mattel plots comeback
NEW YORK — Things are finally looking up for Barbie.Mattel, the toy company behind the plastic dolls, said there were some signs of improving demand for Barbie ahead of its planned makeover of the...
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Richmond Hill manufacturer recruiting workersCaesarstone Technology is looking for more than 80 workers for its new plant set to open next month in Richmond Hill. The company manufactures quartz...
View ArticleSmall steps can lead to big benefit
My focus is generally on the economic impact the tourism community has on Savannah and surrounding areas. But today, I’d like to focus on the environmental impact.Around the globe Wednesday, including...
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Savannah tourism futures study casts an eye toward emerging trends in travel
When considering Savannah’s defining characteristics as a city and tourism destination, what’s the takeaway — are we a haunted city, a historical city, the most romantic city or simply a good place to...
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Chatham Parkway new mecca for auto shoppers
There was a time not so long ago when shopping for a new car or truck automatically meant a cruise down the south end of Abercorn where dealerships dotted the landscape for miles.While some longtime...
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Georgia Heritage to host free Improve Your Credit Score SeminarDate: April 23Time: 6-7:30 p.m.Location: Georgia Heritage Federal Credit Union, 102 Park Ave., PoolerSpeaker: Richard Reeve, director of...
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