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Christopher Rickerson is a graduate of Augusta University and a correspondent for Augusta Good News.

GreenJackets’ David McCabe named Carolina League player of the week

By Special To Augusta Good News · 29 May 2023 · Comments Off on GreenJackets’ David McCabe named Carolina League player of the week

David McCabe named Carolina League player of the week.

Augusta National’s Black Caddies focus of program at Laney Museum of Black History

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 29 May 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta National’s Black Caddies focus of program at Laney Museum of Black History

A new program at the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History highlights the “Black Caddies – The Men on the Bag.”

GreenJackets split May 28 doubleheader with Cannon Ballers

By Special To Augusta Good News · 28 May 2023 · Comments Off on GreenJackets split May 28 doubleheader with Cannon Ballers

The Augusta GreenJackets split two with the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers Sunday.

Augusta area to be well-represented at Miss Georgia pageant

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 28 May 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta area to be well-represented at Miss Georgia pageant

Three women with ties to Augusta will vie for the Miss Georgia crown.

AU researchers use grant for sickle cell studies

By Special To Augusta Good News · 27 May 2023 · Comments Off on AU researchers use grant for sickle cell studies

Two researchers at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University are co-principal investigators on a new three-year, $2.3 million grant studying a drug for a new use in combating sickle cell anemia.

Photojournalism: Flags placed to honor military

By Mike Adams · 27 May 2023 · Comments Off on Photojournalism: Flags placed to honor military

Memorial Day honors the nation’s military members who died in service to their country. Local groups marked the start of the weekend by placing flags at one local cemetery.

Business owner sees artistry in flooring

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 27 May 2023 · Comments Off on Business owner sees artistry in flooring

A local business owner enjoys uses his creativity when it comes to installing floors. Diamond Wood Floors recently won an award for a patterned floor.

GreenJackets over .500 for first time since April with Friday win

By Special To Augusta Good News · 26 May 2023 · Comments Off on GreenJackets over .500 for first time since April with Friday win

The Augusta GreenJackets handily defeated Kannapolis Friday at SRP Park.

Mural honors African American women educators

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 May 2023 · Comments Off on Mural honors African American women educators

A mural pays tribute to six African American female educators, including Ruth Crawford, who turned 108 on May 25.

‘Golden Blocks’ sees signs of economic rejuvenation

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 May 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Golden Blocks’ sees signs of economic rejuvenation

The area historically known as Augusta’s Golden Blocks is seeing signs of economic rejuvenation.

Sylvan Glade offers live action role play at Pendleton King Park

By Ron Baxley Jr. · 26 May 2023 · Comments Off on Sylvan Glade offers live action role play at Pendleton King Park

Sylvan Glade is a live action role playing group that meets regularly at Pendleton King Park.

Columbia County to celebrate National Trails Day with launch of new Bombasin Land Trail June 3

By Christopher Rickerson · 25 May 2023 · Comments Off on Columbia County to celebrate National Trails Day with launch of new Bombasin Land Trail June 3

A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Bombasin Land Trail will be June 3.