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Augusta Goodwill draws from its past to shape its future

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 31 May 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta Goodwill draws from its past to shape its future

Augusta’s Goodwill has returned to its foundation with a new approach for the 21st century.

GreenJackets issue zero walks, steal six bases in May 30 victory 

By Special To Augusta Good News · 31 May 2023 · Comments Off on GreenJackets issue zero walks, steal six bases in May 30 victory 

The Augusta GreenJackets chalked up a win on May 30 against Charleston.

JoeFest brings comics, cosplay, celebrities

By Ron Baxley Jr. · 30 May 2023 · Comments Off on JoeFest brings comics, cosplay, celebrities

JoeFest returns with celebrities, cosplay, comics and more June 9-11.

Memorial Day ceremony honors the fallen

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 29 May 2023 · Comments Off on Memorial Day ceremony honors the fallen

A ceremony marked Memorial Day in Augusta May 29.

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.