FMB welcomes new leader

With its experienced and well respected CEO Ricky Nessmith preparing for retirement, Statesboro-based Farmers and Merchants bank has turned to another seasoned banker to take the helm for the next several years.

August 06, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

More than a Country Store

When James Revell purchased The Country Store and The Country Store Flooring Center in 2007, he knew his first order of business was to increase the sales of the small flooring company that is connected to the main convenience store.

July 30, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Amplifying Pladd Dot Music

Pladd Dot Music owner Chris Mitchell is expanding his full service music operation to include the manufacturing of guitars and amplifiers.

July 23, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Study: East Georgia St. impact is $63 million

A newly released report states that the combined economic impact of the University System of Georgia's 35 institutions on their host communities reached $13.2 billion in Fiscal Year 2011, which is 5 percent higher than the $12.6 billion reported for FY 2010.

July 16, 2012 | | Business Review

GSU names director of corporate education

Georgia Southern University named recently a veteran entrepreneur to be a liaison to the business community locally and globally.

June 04, 2012 | Special to the Herald | Business Review

City health plan saves time, $$$

Statesboro-based TransformHealthRX recently was named one of the 50 fastest growing women-owned/led companies in North America by The Women Presidents' Organization, in partnership with American Express OPEN. And the local company is changing the way city and county governments provide health care services for their employees.

May 28, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Mill Creek Park goes tech

Last week, Frontier Communications launched a new community Wi-Fi Hot Zone covering Mill Creek Regional Park in Statesboro.

May 21, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Facelift for Brannen center

When Tracy Waters and Tracy Ham constructed their shopping center at the corner of Lovett Road and Brannen Street in 1995, there weren't many neighbors so-to-speak.

May 14, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

More than just a bakery

Since opening in 2004, the Sugar Magnolia Bakery and Cafe has become a cornerstone in a part of downtown that has experienced a lot of change.

May 07, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

The Plunderosa's final stand

After more than 16 years in downtown Statesboro, the Plunderosa closed its doors for good Saturday. Owners Linda Aycock and Martha Bacon said it has been a great business, but age and a desire to retire were the determining factors in their decision to close.

April 30, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Farmers Market on the road

As part of Briggs & Stratton's company-wide sustainability initiative, the corporation invited the Mainstreet Farmers Market Friday to its manufacturing plant located in Gateway Industrial Park.

April 23, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Fighting to keep courthouse

This past March, the public was made aware that the federal government is considering closing dozens of courtrooms, many of which are located in small, rural communities, as part of an effort to cut costs. The federal courthouse in Statesboro was on the list of 60 potential closures, ranking on the lower end at 56, as well as the courthouse in Dublin which was ranked 9th.

April 16, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Willow Pond expanding

Georgia Living Management, Inc. has announced plans for the construction of a new Alzheimer's wing at its Willow Pond assisted living facility on Country Club Road.

April 10, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

In preparation for drought

Persistent drought conditions and record setting commodity prices have resulted in the "perfect storm" for those selling farm irrigation systems. The unprecedented demand for pivots, as they are referred to in the industry, is a clear sign that farming in south Georgia is changing.

April 02, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

Everything for the kitchen

Looking for a storefront to showcase their inventory, brothers Richard and Stacy Underwood recently opened a second location of Underwood Restaurant and Store Equipment on Zetterower Avenue in Statesboro.

March 26, 2012 | By JAN MOORE | Business Review

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