Ga. jobless rate drops to 8.2 percent

State labor officials say Georgia's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate has dropped to 8.2 percent in April.

North Augusta mayor: GreenJackets plan to be changed, reintroduced

The deal to relocate the GreenJackets to North Augusta was on life support, but now, city leaders are reviving their hopes. They've drawn up a new financing plan, but they'll have to be approved by the school board and county council first. News 12's Chad Mills sits down with the mayor to find out more about the new plan.

Bridgestone Americas to begin hiring for Aiken Co. jobs in early 2014

Bridgestone Americas says it will begin hiring in early 2014 for jobs in Aiken County.

IFF announces closure of plant in Augusta

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has announced it is closing its fragrances ingredients plant in Augusta.

If you owe property taxes, it's time to pay up

The Richmond County Tax Office has a warning for you: Pay your property taxes. The office says they have given individuals extra time to pay because of the sluggish economy.

New Starbucks facility bringing close to 100 jobs to the area

New jobs are brewing off Mike Padgett Highway in Augusta at the soon-to-be finished Starbucks facility. The facility will be opening in early 2014 and with it brings 100 jobs for people in the area.

Would you miss ice hockey if it left Augusta?

The future of ice hockey in Augusta continues to hang in the balance. The floor at the James Brown Arena is still not working properly.

Job listings posted for Augusta Starbucks plant

Starbucks has posted information on available jobs at the Augusta manufacturing plant.

Aiken Co. finalizing deal that'll bring new business, jobs

Things are looking good for another manufacturer to open its doors in Aiken County. It'll include a number of new, good-paying jobs. It's another building block to help revitalize an area that's seen better days.

General Motors to open tech center in Roswell

A General Motors spokesman says the company is planning to open an information technology center in suburban Atlanta and is looking to create about 1,000 jobs in the area.

Only on 12: Close-up look at Plant Vogtle construction site

Work continues on what will soon be the largest nuclear generating station in the country. On Thursday afternoon, News 12 got an exclusive hard hat tour of the construction at Plant Vogtle.

Savannah firm to expand, add up to 200 new jobs

A machine company has announced plans for an expansion of its Savannah facility that is expected to add up to 200 jobs.

Company expands Abbeville operations, adds 50 jobs

Pro Towels said Monday that it was investing $2.5 million in the effort. Company president Kevin Nord says the company needs to expand to meet increasing customer demand.

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Stocks surge to new records

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