The East Athens Development, Inc. along with Compass Church presented keys to Ms. Mary L. Hemphill for a new house located at 129 N. Peter St. The ceremony was held on Saturday, September 8, 2007 at 10:00 am.

East Athens Development Corp partnered with Compass church and the Athens-Clarke County Human and Economic Development Department to build the house as a replacement the Hemphill house that was destroyed by fire, which happened in December 2005, and forced the homeowner and her three disabled family members to move in with relatives.

During the time, EADC, Compass Church, and HED developed a plan to build new, affordable housing for the family.

Charlotte C. Campbell is the proud owner of “CC’s Country Kitchen, Inc.” located at 6750 Hwy. 53 Suite 102, Braselton, Georgia, 30517. Braselton is one of the premier growth areas in the state of Georgia because a number of major distribution centers are located in this area. Home Depot, Tractor Supply, Progressive Lightening and Whole Foods distribution centers are all located within one half mile of the restaurant. With the convenience of this location, about one half mile of interstate 85 on Georgia Highway 53, Ms. Campbell is sure to be a successful entrepreneur. CC’s Country Kitchen opens its doors back in March of this year. This country style restaurant offers casual dinning with a country experience. Ms. Campbell is one of EADC’s clients who attend the micro-enterprise training classes, where she developed and wrote her business plan. Congratulations to Charlotte Campbell.

Allphase is a Computer and Janitorial Service Company owned and operated by Bruce Perkins since 1998. Mr. Perkins was born and raised in the Athens community and attended Athens Technical College where he studied business management. Mr. Perkins was able to start his business with the help of a Micro Loan from East Athens Development Corporation (EADC) for the purchase of equipment and business expansion. Through his business, Mr. Perkins has offered part-time employment for several Athenians and surrounding communities. As Bruce continues to grow and expand his business, EADC continues to support him as a client. Mr. Perkins recently received a second Micro Loan from EADC for business equipment and expansion. This expansion will also allow Mr. Perkins to add two more employment opportunities in the Athens community. EADC congratulates Bruce on the continued success and growth of his business.

Bike Rickshaws is Athens newest entrepreneur’s taxi service. Michael Hitchcock was recently approved for a Small Business Loan from East Athens Development Corporation for a new start-up Rickshaw business in Athens. Mr. Hitchcock’s intentions are to create sustainable jobs in Athens-Clarke County by starting a rickshaw taxi service in downtown Athens. A Bike rickshaw is a three-wheel vehicle with a covered bench seat for two to three passengers and a bicycle front to provide the pedal power. The rickshaws will be powered by human and assisted with an electric motor specially designed for rickshaws. The concept is not new to many tourist destinations. Rickshaws are used to transport visitors and tourists in numerous other American cities. Mr. Hitchcock will operate two rickshaws to start his business.

Dynasty Barber and Beauty Salon located at 485 Macon Hwy is the new one stop shop recently open in Athens. Dynasty Barber and Beauty Salon is co-owned and operated by Kenyatta Moore and Anthony Montgomery. They have worked professionally in the barbering and beauty industry for over 17 years. This is a full service barber and beauty salon. Dynasty Barber and Beauty Salon services include quality hair care, manicures, pedicures and skin care services along with top of the line beauty products. Dynasty will be set apart from its competition by the commitment to provide these quality services in one convenient location. Dynasty Barber and Beauty Salon recently received a small business loan from East Athens Development Corporation to assist with starting up this new business.