Behind senior quarterback Xavier Geter, Midland Valley gained a 42-7 win over Lakeside at the Panthers’ stadium on Aug. 28.
Two Augusta leaders selected for national ‘Our American Story’ documentary project
Corey Rogers, executive director of the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, and Ransom Schwerzler, director of Meadow Garden, have been selected to participate in “Our American Story,” a nationwide oral history initiative marking the United States’ 250th anniversary.
Byllesby Center continues to expand Harrisburg outreach
The Byllesby Center opened in February 2024 in the heart of Harrisburg next to the historic Christ Episcopal Church.
McMurray powers Augusta offense in breakout win on Aug. 27
Cooper McMurray brought home the first two and last two runs of the game, bookending a strong day for the Augusta GreenJackets (31-25, 66-56) with four RBIs as the Jackets knocked off the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (19-37, 46-74) 8-4 Aug. 27.
McDuffie County names Teacher of the Year
Telitita Burley, an eighth grade English/language arts teacher at Thomson-McDuffie Middle School received the
golden apple trophy as the McDuffie County School District’s top teacher Aug. 27 at a ceremony at Thomson High School.
’13 Jr.’ welcomes one actor to her new community
The Augusta JR Players will present “13 Jr.” Sept. 11-12 at the Kroc Center.
Board of Regents honors MCG alum and Children’s Hospital visionary Dr. Charlie Howell
The University System of Georgia Foundation recognized Dr. Charles “Charlie” Howell Jr. with the prestigious Regents’ Hall of Fame Alumni and Distinguished Friends Award at the annual Board of Regents’ Scholarship and Awards Gala on Aug. 22.
Turn Back the Block plans 10th new home
A lot at 2104 Mill View St. is the spot for the next Turn Back the Block home.
Jackets falter with runners in scoring position on Aug. 25
In the start of the final homestand of the year, the Augusta GreenJackets (29-25, 64-56) left ten men on base, including seven in the final four frames, to fall to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans (19-35, 46-72) 5-4 Tuesday night.
Column: Finishing a collection of historic Augusta ornaments
Easterseals is closing and is selling all of Christmas ornaments depicting historic Augusta buildings for $3 each.
Adams takes medalist honors as AU women’s golf is Tiger Classic co-champ
The Augusta women’s golf team started the season in style and were co-champions of the Tiger Classic in Clemson, SC. The Jaguars shared the title with the host Tigers at 3-over-par. Senior Sara Adams was medalist for the event as she posted rounds of even-par and 5-under-par to take the title by a single shot.
Spherion Augusta to host Aug. 26 hiring event
Spherion Staffing & Recruiting (Spherion) in Augusta is hosting a hiring event Aug. 26.
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