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Aiken Parks, Rec and Tourism seeks input for updates to master plan

By Staff Report · 18 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Aiken Parks, Rec and Tourism seeks input for updates to master plan

The City of Aiken Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department asks residential and business leaders to participate in an online community needs assessment survey with a focus on the quality of life in Aiken.

AGC Georgia presents Scott Clark with SIR Award

By Staff Report · 18 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on AGC Georgia presents Scott Clark with SIR Award

Scott Clark, Chief Executive Officer of RW Allen Construction, is the 2026 recipient of its Skill, Integrity & Responsibility (SIR) Award.

Bagwell’s strong start not enough as Augusta falls June 17

By Special To Augusta Good News · 18 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Bagwell’s strong start not enough as Augusta falls June 17

The Augusta GreenJackets will finish the first half of the season on June 18.

Broadway in Columbia County announces 2026-2027 season

By Staff Report · 17 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Broadway in Columbia County announces 2026-2027 season

Broadway in Columbia County brings several Tony-Award winners into the Columbia County Performing Arts Center for the 2026-2027 season.

June is PTSD awareness month and the VA offers a variety of services to help veterans

By Special To Augusta Good News · 16 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on June is PTSD awareness month and the VA offers a variety of services to help veterans

June is PTSD Awareness Month, and the VA Augusta offers a variety of programs and services for veterans dealing with the disorder.

Textron E-Z-GO to sponsor Special Olympics Airlift

By Special To Augusta Good News · 16 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Textron E-Z-GO to sponsor Special Olympics Airlift

Textron E-Z-GO LLC is a sponsor of 2026 Special Olympics Airlift. The 2026 Special Olympics USA Game are scheduled for June 19-27, 2026, in Minnesota.

June is men’s health month. Men are less likely than women to see preventative care

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 16 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on June is men’s health month. Men are less likely than women to see preventative care

Diseases such as heart disease and cancer often develop without symptoms until advanced stages, and men are less likely than women to receive preventative care.

Vote on your favorite current Augusta Sculpture Trail piece

By Staff Report · 15 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Vote on your favorite current Augusta Sculpture Trail piece

Vote on your favorite piece on the Augusta Sculpture Trail.

Security Federal Bank names new Chief Operating Officer

By Special To Augusta Good News · 15 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Security Federal Bank names new Chief Operating Officer

Tony Ateca will become Security Federal Bank’s Chief Operating Officer effective July 10, 2026.

MCG to participate in the National Nutrition Education Initiative

By Special To Augusta Good News · 15 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on MCG to participate in the National Nutrition Education Initiative

The Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University has committed to participate in the national Nutrition Education Initiative led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Education.

No Fly in June and July: Canada Geese this summer

By Staff Report · 15 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on No Fly in June and July: Canada Geese this summer

Canada geese are a protected species under state and federal law. It is illegal to hunt, kill, sell, purchase or possess Canada geese except according to Georgia’s migratory bird regulations.

Brooks slams door as Jackets survive late rally

By Special To Augusta Good News · 14 Jun 2026 · Comments Off on Brooks slams door as Jackets survive late rally

In just his second Single-A game, Daniel Brooks survived a heart-pounding final five outs, stranding the tying run in scoring position in both the eighth and ninth innings as he secured Augusta’s second straight win in a 4-3 thriller.