Augusta Chronicle - Fri Jul 03

THE JOB: The development of the Salvation Army's Kroc Center meant Augusta needed a second pair of officers to assist with the day-to-day operations of the ministry, including church services, emergency shelter, food pantry, and rent and utilities assistance.

Augusta Chronicle - Fri Jul 03

If the economy has hit a slump, Williyia Flowers hasn't noticed. Between serving a steady stream of customers Friday, she arranged fruits and vegetables on the long table in front of a produce stand at the State Farmers Market on Augusta's Fifth Street.

Augusta Chronicle - Fri Jul 03

Augusta is cashing in on the Fourth of July holiday. Family reunions, out-of-town visitors and local residents deciding to stay at area hotels rather than travel for vacations are bringing business to the local economy.