Industry News
Candlewood Suites opens for extended stays
Just off of Interstate 10 in a quiet nook sits a new hotel — Candlewood Suites.
Play cards for a good cause
Any way you cut the deck, there will be fun in the cards Saturday as Proctor Honda hosts the 2010 Charity Poker Tournament to benefit the American Lung Association.
25 Women You Need to Know: Hawkins likes to keep in touch with the community
County Judge Judith Hawkins made her mark in history when she was elected in 1996 as the first African-American judge ever in Leon County. However, this honoree in the Tallahassee Democrat's 25 Women You Need to Know prefers to be free from her courtroom to work in the community and even in various cities around the world.
Economy could benefit from business proposals
Second of two parts.
Gadsden hospital plan ready for vote
QUINCY — Gadsden Community Hospital would open and function once again under a lease agreement with Hospital Corp. of America that the hospital's board is to vote on when it meets next Monday.
25 Women You Need to Know: Corum leads with style
To many of her coworkers, Beth Corum, executive vice president at Capital City Bank, is not your typical boss — even she'll admit that maybe it's because of her love for animal print.
Set a goal to make yourself a well-educated consumer
Consumer protection experts and agencies are observing National Consumer Protection Week, which is today through March 13. They will be emphasizing the role that education plays in keeping you safe from the unintended loss of your money.
25 Women You Need to Know: Community service comes first, Sprague says
A concern for people and devotion to community got Lisa Sprague started in a law-enforcement career years ago. The same motivations keep her busy in serving her neighbors.
25 Women You Need To Know: Cherry Alexander enjoys her life of service
When April White read the announcement in a Sunday issue of the Tallahassee Democrat announcing the start of nominations for the 25 Women You Need to Know, she instantly thought of Cherry Alexander.
Crump is ready to lead and mentor
It was recognizing a need in the community that led Christy Crump to launch a business in 2008, and it is the reason behind much of her service to other women who may follow in her footsteps.
Downtown preps for a St. Patrick's Day party
Put on your green and get ready for some corned beef and cabbage — the Tallahassee Irish Society, the Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority and Regions Bank will be hosting an inaugural St. Patrick's Day Downtown Party and Cultural Event on March 17.
Consumers value firms with strong ethics
There is so much press these days exposing the questionable ethics of businesses. Just look at how deteriorating ethical standards caused the demise of both Enron and WorldCom.
Consumers value firms with strong ethics
There is so much press these days exposing the questionable ethics of businesses. Just look at how deteriorating ethical standards caused the demise of both Enron and WorldCom.
Milestones
Milestones is a roundup of awards, honors and recognition in the business community. It appears Thursday and Sunday as space permits.
Newman elected president of Pennington law firm
Tallahassee law firm Pennington, Moore, Wilkinson, Bell & Dunbar has elected shareholder Brian A. Newman the firm's new president.
Downtown MarketPlace returns Saturday
The 15th annual grand opening of the Downtown MarketPlace kicks off Saturday morning at Ponce de Leon Park on Monroe Street.
Tax changes would affect individuals, businesses
First of two parts.
Tax changes would affect individuals, businesses
First of two parts.
Service work is fulfilling for R. Jai Gillum
R. Jai Gillum grew up with the idea of service done with humility. She said it's something her parents always instilled in her.
25 Women You Need to Know: Service work is fulfilling for R. Jai Gillum
R. Jai Gillum grew up with the idea of service done with humility. She said it's something her parents always instilled in her.


