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Another business has opened its doors in Waynesboro and joined the Chamber. Last week, First Step Learning Academy, located in old 1st Franklin Financial on Liberty Street, held its ribbon cutting ceremony, along with some young helpers. Ashley Roberts, Chamber president, said she loved having the children participate. “They were amazed by the big scissors,” she said. The childcare center […]

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