Junior shines in Harlem basketball playoff win Feb. 17

By Christopher Rickerson · 18 Feb 2026 · 0 Comments

Ty Shine scored 35 points in Harlem’s 81-60 win over Howard in the AAA Region 4 Quarterfinals on Tuesday, Feb.17, 2026.

In pictures: North Augusta beats Hartsville in the first round of the 2026 playoffs

By Mike Adams · 17 Feb 2026 · 0

Scenes from North Augusta’s victory over Hartsville Feb. 17.

Faith Column: What are you giving up for Lent?

By The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor · 17 Feb 2026 · 0

Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on Feb. 18. The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor shares her thoughts on what she’s giving up this year.

Column: Photography puts legacy in focus

By Nick Lovett · 17 Feb 2026 · 0

For KaSonya Wilcox, photography is more than taking pictures.

Piedmont offers tips to help lower blood pressure

By Special To Augusta Good News · 17 Feb 2026 · 0

A new study published Feb. 2 in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that nearly 80% of American adults with high blood pressure do not have their condition under control.

GreenJackets announce coaching staff for 2026 season; Brad Stoll new manager

By Special To Augusta Good News · 15 Feb 2026 · 0

The Augusta GreenJackets, in conjunction with the Atlanta Braves, announced the coaching staff for the upcoming 2026 season. 

In pictures: Augusta Chinese New Year Gala 2026

By Rebecca Congleton · 15 Feb 2026 · 1

Augusta area residents celebrated the coming Lunar Year 2026 – the year of the Fire Horse – on Valentine’s Day with the Chinese New Year Gala at Augusta University.

Jaguars outpace Pacers for Valentine’s Day victory

By Special To Augusta Good News · 14 Feb 2026 · 0

Augusta University passed rival USC Aiken, 80-74, Saturday afternoon at The Convocation Center.

Lady Jags beat cross river rival on Valentine’s Day

By Special To Augusta Good News · 14 Feb 2026 · 0

The Augusta University women’s basketball team outscored rival USC Aiken 10-2 in overtime to earn a 61-53 Peach Belt Conference win Saturday afternoon at The USCA Convocation Center.

Butler grabs second straight region title Feb. 13

By Christopher Rickerson · 14 Feb 2026 · 0

The Butler boys’ basketball team won their second consecutive AA Region 4 Championships on their home court on Friday, Feb. 13. 

Josey girls record second straight region title on 19-game win streak

By Christopher Rickerson · 14 Feb 2026 · 0

Josey girls’ basketball teams won their second consecutive AA Region 4 Championships at Butler High School on Friday, Feb. 13. 

2026 Heart Ball raises $260,000

By Staff Report · 13 Feb 2026 · 0

The 2026 Heart Ball raised more than $260,000 to support the fight against the nation’s No. 1 killer, cardiovascular disease.

New Vietnamese restaurant open in Grovetown

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 13 Feb 2026 · 1

Yummy Pho held its soft opening Feb. 7 at 284 Meridian Dr. in Grovetown.