Anna Virella
New Center of Hope homeless shelter closer to construction
The Salvation Army of Augusta has received official notice that a contract has been fully executed and $4.82 million in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), administered by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, has been released for construction of its new Center of Hope shelter.
Pop! To the Culture: Ferris Bueller’s friend Cameron was a much more interesting character
“Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” was released on June 11, 1986. It will be shown at the Miller Theater June 14.
Mahjong gains popularity in Augusta area
Mahjong is a game that originated in China, is played with tiles and is sweeping across the Augusta area.
Summer youth program teaches art and life skills
The Sand Hills Community Center Summer Youth Program is in its ninth year.
Skid continues as Jackets shut out to end series June 7
The Augusta GreenJackets have lost five in a row.
Latte Art Throw Down brews competition
Sixteen of the area’s most artistic baristas poured their best designs as they competed for the latte art crown.
In pictures: Laney museum celebrates 35th anniversary
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History marked its 35th anniversary with programs on June 5-6.
Pop! To the Culture: I have the power… trip (and other musings from ‘Masters of the Universe’)
Columnist Ron Baxley Jr. saw the new “Masters of the Universe” movie Friday and shares his thoughts.
Free passes quash comeback bid as Jackets drops fourth straight
The Augusta GreenJackets scored twice late to tie the game against the Delmarva Shorebirds, but a series of free passes were too much to overcome as the Birds stormed back and took a 7-3 win Saturday night.
In pictures: Columbia County Summer Beach Blast June 6
Summer Beach Blast was June 6 at Evans Towne Center Park.
In pictures: Ribbon cutting and block party at new North Augusta Family YMCA June 6
North Augusta’s Family YMCA held its grand opening Saturday.
