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A Business Plan Is a Living Tool: What Athens Entrepreneurs Need to Know
A solid business plan is the foundation of a business that lasts — and the data backs that up. Business planning can help companies grow faster, and entrepreneurs who start the planning process early are typically better at establishing legitimacy with customers, partners, and funders. In Athens-Clarke County, that edge matters. Between the University of Georgia drawing a constant influx of talent and a competitive mix of healthcare, hospitality, and creative businesses, entering the market without a
Ella Langley Extends Sold-Out 'The Dandelion Tour' with 21 New Dates
Today, Ella Langley announced an extension of her sold-out The Dandelion Tour, adding 21 new dates to her headline arena run. The newly announced leg kicks off August 20 in Green Bay, WI and continues through October 31 in Saint Paul, MN, with stops across the country, including landmark performances at Red Rocks Amphitheatre and two nights at Los Angeles’ famed Greek Theatre. The announcement arrives amid a landmark year for Ella. Fresh off a sweep at the ACM Awards where she won all seven awards she was
St. Mary’s Presents 2025 Highest Awards to Leaders, Colleagues
St. Mary’s Health Care System recently honored three staff members and leaders with the ministry’s highest annual awards while recognizing 250 colleagues for attaining levels of tenure from 5 to 45 years. The award recipients were chosen by their peers for their outstanding commitment to St. Mary’s Mission and Core Values and for their dedication to the ministry’s patients, colleagues and community. “It is truly an honor and a blessing to serve alongside such dedicated and committed people,” said
Ten ACCA Students Receive IAVM's Certificate of Venue Management Studies
ATHENS, GA – June 16, 2026— The Classic Center, in partnership with the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), and the Clarke County School District’s Athens Community Career Academy (ACCA), is celebrating a major milestone as the first class of students successfully completed the Entertainment, Sports, and Event Management pathway program. To recognize the achievement of the inaugural graduating class, IAVM President and CEO Trevor Mitchell traveled to Athens, GA, this past May to attend the
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation Launches Annual ''A Heart for Art'' Summer Donation Drive
The Classic Center Cultural Foundation is proud to launch its annual community initiative, “A Heart for Art,” running now through July 31, 2026. This summer-long program invites the public to donate art supplies that will be distributed to Clarke County Elementary Schools for use in student creative projects throughout the upcoming school year. Last year’s “A Heart for Art” campaign allowed the Cultural Foundation to donate 1,400 individual art supplies to Howard B. Stroud Elementary School to use
St. Mary’s Orthopedic Specialists Expanding to Chase Street
St. Mary’s Orthopedic Specialists (SMOS) will be moving into a larger office at 658 N. Chase St., Suite 201, Athens, on June 8 to provide ample space for the future expansion of the fast-growing practice. The practice is currently located at 2740 Daniells Bridge Road, Suite 301, Athens, Ga. SMOS is the practice of Dr. Randy Lavender, Jr., and Dr. David Woodbury. Dr. Lavender joined St. Mary’s Medical Group in December 2025 to form the practice, and Dr. Woodbury joined in March 2026. The two surgeons
Celebrate 10 Years of RuPaul's Drag Race Werq the World with Tour Stop in Athens, GA
Asia O’Hara Anchors Both Legs of this 50 City North American Tour Featuring the top queens from the RuPaul’s Drag Race franchise, including a tour stop at The Classic Center Theatre on Saturday, February 13. ATHENS, GA — May 28, 2026 — World of Wonder and Voss Events announced the full cast and tour dates for Werq The World News (WTWN 10), the tenth anniversary edition of the world’s largest touring drag production, including a stop at The Classic Center Theatre on February 13. Tickets go on sale Friday,
Josh Turner Brings This Country Music Thing Tour to The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, GA
ATHENS, GA – May 26, 2026— Country music star Josh Turner will bring his Josh Turner: This Country Music Thing Tour with special guest, Belle Frantz, to The Classic Center Theatre on November 5, 2026. Tickets are on sale now at ClassicCenter.com. More than 20 years after his breakout debut, Turner remains one of country music’s most recognizable artists, known for his deep bass voice, timeless sound, and dedication to authentic country storytelling. With his 10th studio album, This Country Music Thing, the
St. Mary's Auxiliary Thrift Store celebrates $3M in sales, 19th anniversary
For a thrift store – even an upscale store that specializes in high-quality used goods – it takes a lot of sales to add up to $3 million. But that’s just what the volunteers who operate St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary Upscale Thrift Store have done since founding the store in 2007. “The credit goes to all of our wonderful Auxiliary volunteers who make this store possible,” said Angie Patterson, manager of St. Mary’s gift shop and thrift store. “We are blessed with a dedicated and hard-working group of
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Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates a Successful 2025!
Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos Celebrates a Successful 2025! As we close the book on 2025, the team at Price 4 Charter Buses & Limos is taking a moment to reflect on a truly landmark year. Looking back at where we started and where we stand today is not just an exercise in nostalgia—it is a testament to the trust our customers have placed in us. Ground transportation is the backbone of any great event. Whether it is a family reunion, a convention, or the most important day of a couple’s life, the journey
A Beginner’s Field Guide to Basic Business Terms
TL;DR This article is your pocket translator for business language. You’ll learn the meaning behind terms like “cash flow,” “equity,” and “ROI” — not just their definitions, but how they work together to shape your day-to-day as a business owner or entrepreneur. You’ll also find a quick checklist, a sample table of key terms, and FAQs to help you go from confused to confident. Starting Out: Why Business Terms Matter When you first step into entrepreneurship, even simple meetings can sound like code.
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