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Charmain Z. Brackett is the publisher of Augusta Good News. Reach her at charmain@augustagoodnews.com.
Coolers and water donation aimed at saving lives
Cold water will hit the streets to help people stay hydrated during the heat of the summer.
Augusta area named 2026 Great American Defense Community of Excellence
The Greater Augusta region has been named as a 2026 Great American Defense Community of Excellence for its exceptional support for military installations, service members, veterans and military families.
Column: Thank you, Mr. Eubanks; an ode to algebra and softball
Walter Eubanks was more than a Richmond County School Board member. He was publisher Charmain Z. Brackett’s high school algebra teacher and softball coach. He died on June 23, 2026.
Area veterans head to Golden Age Games June 27 in Tampa
Twenty-three veterans from the VA Augusta Health Care System will participate in the National Veterans Golden Age Games from June 27 to July 2 in Tampa, Florida.
‘Robin Hood’ steals director back from Texas
Although David Skeen moved to Texas last year, he returned to Aiken when one of the plays he submitted was chosen for Aiken Community Theatre’s 73rd season.
GreenJackets post Father’s Day victory over Hill City Howlers
Despite being no-hit for the first four innings of the game, the GreenJackets scored eight unanswered in their final four chances to steal their fourth straight win and fifth in six games against the Hill City Howlers.
Neuro Retreat on June 29-30 to help adults living with neurological conditions
A Neuro Retreat to assist adults with neurological conditions will be June 29-30.
Nursing sorority celebrates 49th chartering anniversary
Phi Chi Chapter, Incorporated of Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. celebrated its 49th Chartering Anniversary on May 23 at the Kroc Center with 22 sorors in attendance to include three charter members.
Greenbrier grad, former AU student takes over as Jaguar athletic director
Brent McMillian, a former AU student, was formally introduced at a news conference on June 15 as the fourth Director of Athletics in the university’s history.
Eco Explorers learn more about Phinizy Swamp June 20
The Eco Explorers program gives a unique glimpse into Phinizy Swamp Nature Park.
Bats shine as Soul debut with big win on Juneteenth
The Augusta Soul (36-31, 1-0) identity made its official on-field debut, and may never be allowed to leave, as Augusta posted 16 runs on 16 hits in a crushing defeat of the Hill City Howlers (31-36, 0-1) Friday evening.
