A new restaurant has cut the ribbon, signifying the official opening. We covered I Heart Mac & Cheese in the past few weeks– read more about it here. The comfort food spot located at 826 Cabela Dr. near Costco celebrated its official opening on March 17. Visit its website HERE for more info on its gooey goods.
Georgia gas prices have been on the steady rise. The state price is $2.69 per gallon on average for regular unleaded gasoline. The average is 11 cents higher than a week ago, 36 cents higher than a month ago, and 59 cents more than this time last year, according to a staff report from Augusta CEO.
“Nearly every state average has climbed by double-digits since February, resulting in one in 10 gas stations with pump prices that are $3/gallon or more,” said Montrae Waiters, spokeswoman for AAA-the Auto Club Group. “Even though Georgia pump prices are trending upward, we have remained below that threshold.”
Most expensive Georgia metro markets (as of 3/16/21) – Savannah ($2.76), Valdosta ($2.72), and Brunswick ($2.71).
Least expensive Georgia metro markets (as of 3/16/21) – Gainesville ($2.64), Catoosa-Dade-Walker ($2.65), and Dalton ($2.66)
MAU Workforce Solutions is holding a drive-thru hiring event next week for positions at Kimberly-Clark, a consumer products corporation with a presence in Augusta.
Interviews will be held for forklift operators and packers with offers provided on the spot to qualified interviewees.
The event is Tuesday, March 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be located near the Dillard’s entrance in the Augusta Mall parking lot, 3450 Wrightsboro Rd. Applicants should bring a resume. Face masks are mandatory, and applicants may stay in their cars throughout the process. Virtual interviews can be applied for at www.mau.com/augusta-ga. More info can be found at www.mau.com/augustaevent
Gov. Kemp announced $277 million in COVID-19 Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act 2021 (CRRSSA) funds are going to the Georgia Department of Transportation in order to fill revenue gaps created by COVID-19 impact.
This money will allow GDOT to advance transportation improvements in rural areas like Jefferson, Barrow and Putnam counties. The state’s freight network that is crucial to agricultural, manufacturing and other key industries– particularly in rural areas– will be bolstered by the funds.
“I am thankful for these one-time federal resources that will help keep Georgians working while also keeping our economy on the road to recovery,” said Governor Kemp. “Georgia DOT will be able to further enhance the state roadway network to increase safety for motorists and trucks by advancing critical projects throughout the state. These important roadway improvements will help Georgia continue to be the top state for business thanks to a world-class logistics infrastructure. Both the freight and logistics industry and Georgia residents benefit from this much-needed funding, particularly in light of the challenges of COVID-19.”
Tyler Strong is the Business Editor for The Augusta Press. Reach him at tyler@theaugustapress.com
