Fundraiser at theater raises $7,000

Real estate transfers for Oct. 19

The following warranty deeds were filed with Liberty County Clerk of Court Barry Wilkes' office from Sept. 24-28. The listings include the names of the sellers and buyers, the book and page where the deed can be found in deed books maintained in the clerk's office, the transfer tax (which gives an estimate of the price paid, based on $1 per $1,000) and a description of the property, which may be the subdivision and/or Georgia Militia District where it is located. Refer to the accompanying map for the GGMD numbers.

Human relations course at GSU

An upcoming certificate course offered by Georgia Southern University will review core employment knowledge needed by human resource personnel, office and division managers, and business owners.

Special section will celebrate fall

The Coastal Courier will publish a special edition Oct. 31 entitled "Fall Celebration."

Restaurant being 'mothballed' during deployment

Michael Kohout, owner of R.G. Fresh Burgers and Real Fries has announced the recent "mothballing" of the restaurant on Oct. 12.

Hampton Island investors fighting

ATLANTA -- Some of Georgia's most powerful investors are butting heads over who controls ritzy Hampton Island, an exclusive coastal resort that's home to two mansions owned by actor Ben Affleck.

Two groups vying for control over the property - Liberty Capital and Hampton Island Founders - made their claims Tuesday before the Georgia Supreme Court.

Real estate transfers for Oct. 10

The following warranty deeds were filed with Liberty County Clerk of Court Barry Wilkes' office from Sept. 17-21. The listings include the names of the sellers and buyers, the book and page where the deed can be found in deed books maintained in the clerk's office, the transfer tax (which give an estimate of the price paid, based on $1 per $1,000) and a description of the property, which may be the subdivision and/or Georgia Militia District where it is located. Refer to the accompanying map for the GMD numbers.

New SBA E-applications to help business

WASHINGTON - The U.S. Small Business Administration is making it easier for small businesses to obtain surety bonds by offering a new, fast and easy online electronic application process on the agency's popular Web site.

Business helping Gabriel's House

Housing development gets international recognition

A local firm, the Yellow Bluff Co., LLC, came away with top honors at the prestigious CNBC International Property Awards hosted in London recently: Best Development - five stars (the top award), Best Marina Development, four stars, and Best Property Marketing, four stars.

New seafood restaurant coming

Vann's, a new seafood and steak restaurant, is expected to open at 135 W. Hendry Street in Hinesville in the near future. The owner is Van Wheeler.

Lumber prices low, weak dollar attracts investments

Lumber markets in coastal South Carolina and coastal Georgia will continue to suffer until the residential construction industry begins to recover toward the end of 2008, a forest products industry expert said Oct. 1.

Ribbon cutting for medical coding school

The Liberty County Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for JTPL's Medical Coding and Billing Center in Hinesville. The business is owned by Deborah Sales.

Insurance assistance offered

Residents with insurance problems or questions can receive assistance directly from Commissioner of Insurance John Oxendine's office by contacting his insurance investigator.

Thanks for Tradeport help

Port reports 6 percent container growth

SAVANNAH - The Georgia Ports Authority has moved more than 2 million 20-foot equivalent container units (TEUs) so far this fiscal year, July-February, for an increase of 6.2 percent, or an additional 119,318 TEUs.

McDonald's promotion for free coffee

SAVANNAH - McCafé invites coffee drinkers in the Savannah area to wake up and taste the free coffee.

Region's economy expected to grow

SAVANNAH - Armstrong Atlantic State University's latest Coastal Empire Economic Monitor reports the Savannah-area economy expanded rapidly during the fourth quarter of 2013 and should continue to experience significant growth throughout 2014.

Applebee's christens rennovations

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar, 1492 E. Oglethorpe Highway in Hinesville, held a ribbon cutting March 18 in recognition of the completion of its renovation. The event was held in conjunction with the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce on March 18.

Hinesville jobless rate down to 8 percent

ATLANTA - The Georgia Department of Labor announced Thursday that metro Hinesville's unemployment rate decreased to 8 percent in February, down 0.3 percent from 8.3 percent in January. The rate was 8.9 percent in February a year ago.