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- Wednesday, May 22, 2013 Gainesville, Georgia
Archive By Section - Business
Agribiz: Agricultural census takes America’s farm pulse
Once every five years, farmers get a chance to be counted through the national Census of Agriculture. As more and more people leave the farm and choose to do something different, the census proves to be an important tool to account for this ever-shrinking population.
Dunkin’ Donuts coming to Dawsonville
Dunkin' Donuts may be coming soon to Ga. 400 just north of the North Georgia Premium Outlets.
Consumers should expect chicken wing prices to rise for Super Bowl
With the Falcons out of the Super Bowl, another type of bird is on Georgians' minds. "Wings are very popular; we're pleased with that," said Mike Giles, president of the Georgia Poultry Federation. But contrary to some of the rumors floating around, there won't be a shortage of chicken wings. "This has happened before - attention paid on the supply of wings and the amount that are used," Giles said. "I'm certain that if someone ...
Poultry industry gathers at Atlanta expo
Chickens might be small animals, but they're the backbone, wing, thigh and breast of a huge industry and a tight-knit community.
Newsmakers in business Jan. 27
McGarity's Business Products announces merger with Wehunt Upholstery Scott McGarity, of McGarity's Business Products in Gainesville, has announced the company's merger with Wehunt Upholstery. McGarity's is an office furniture and office supply dealer that has worked on a contract basis with Wehunt for more than 30 years. "My father, John McGarity, met Ronnie when he first opened McGarity's in 1979 and we've always had a great relationship with him," McGarity said. "Our merger is a ...
Computer Care: Learn shortcuts or create your own
Some routes are quicker than others. From our house, I use the Ledan Road shortcut to Ga. 53 and the Wild Smith shortcut to U.S. 129 North. On my laptop, I use keyboard shortcuts.
Fresh n’ Frugal-Cost Plus Foods prices items at cost, adds 10 percent
A new concept supermarket is celebrating a grand opening this week in Dahlonega. Fresh n' Frugal-Cost Plus Foods is now operating in the Greenbriar Shopping Center, where J&J Foods was previously located. The store is designed to provide fresh produce, meats and other groceries at the lowest possible price, according to a news release from the company. Products are priced at cost and 10 percent is added at checkout to cover labor and overhead. "The ...
Agribiz: UGA workshop to help local farmers
Many times in the office, I receive phone calls or walk-ins from people who want to do something productive with their property. Generally, these people have 10 to 20 acres of land and want to put some of it into production, say small fruits.
Newsmakers in business Jan. 13
Jackson EMC chief Pugh named to economic development board Randall Pugh, president and CEO of Jackson Electric Membership Corporation has been appointed by Gov. Nathan Deal to the Board of Directors of the Georgia Department of Economic Development. GDED is the state's sales and marketing arm, the state's lead agency for attracting new business investment, encouraging expansion of existing industry and small businesses, developing new domestic and international markets, attracting tourism and promoting the state ...
Computer Care: Know your error messages, real and phony
Anyone who uses a computer eventually gets error messages. These annoying pop-ups can often be intimidating, leaving the user frustrated. Google, at least has a sense of humor with their, "Aw snap, Google has crashed" and "Jim, I think he's dead." Most messages though, leave you exasperated, wondering what to do next.
Wind tax credit extension could benefit ZF
As part of the New Year's "fiscal cliff" deal, Congress extended the wind production tax credit another two years, a move that could help the environmentally conscious industry get back on its feet.
Newsmakers in business Jan. 6
The Times publishes news on management hires and promotions, major awards and other newsworthy accomplishments involving local businesses each Sunday on the Business page and gainesvilletimes.com. Send information, including photos and contact information, to news@gainesvilletimes.com; please put "Newsmakers" in the subject line. The deadline is 4 p.m. Thursdays for Sunday publication.
Agribiz: Growing forest industry a sign good for global economy
I found an article discussing the global forest industry's recovery from the five-year economic recession that has plagued everyone. It was interesting to read and I thought to share it because this is something that I have discussed over Christmas with my brother-in-law. He works as a chemical engineer for a paper company and he was commenting that the industry, or at least his company, was doing well.
Newsmakers in business Dec. 30
The Times publishes news on management hires and promotions, major awards and other newsworthy accomplishments involving local businesses each Sunday on the Business page and gainesvilletimes.com. Send information, including photos and contact information, to news@gainesvilletimes.com; please put "Newsmakers" in the subject line. The deadline is 4 p.m. Thursdays for Sunday publication.
Gainesville auto dealer to sell Browns Bridge Road site
Milton Martin Toyota, a longtime fixture on Browns Bridge Road, plans to sell its 10-acre site to another car dealership as part of its move to Oakwood.
Articles by Section - Business
Atlas Pizza to expand at Bradford property
Atlas Pizza's purchase of the 32,000-square-foot, two-story 305 Bradford building downtown may bring 20 to 40 new jobs to Gainesville.
Computer Care: Tips to keep Windows 7 on your PC
Windows 8 is great, if you are used to it or if you have a touch-screen laptop or tablet. But more and more of my clients are complaining that they just got a new PC with Win 8 installed - and they hate it. What they really want is that new computer loaded with their old operating system, Windows 7.
Schreiber Foods to lay off 115, close Gainesville plant
After making tough decisions based on efficiency concerns, Schreiber Foods confirmed it will close its Gainesville location, which will result in 115 layoffs this fall.
Newsmakers in Business, May 12
Financial adviser Baldwin earns Edward Jones honors
Agribiz: Weather affects Vidalia onion supply
Georgia's wildly fluctuating temperatures in this year's first four months played havoc on the state's signature onion crop.
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