Christopher Rickerson

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

Augusta University’s 2024-2025 high school and college basketball guide

By Special To Augusta Good News · 16 Dec 2024 · 0

Take a look at this season’s high school and college hoops through this basketball magazine produced by students of Augusta University’s David Bulla.

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Column: The longest night service offers hope to those who grieve

By Special To Augusta Good News · 16 Dec 2024 · 0

A longest night service will be at St. Augustine of Canterbury at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024.

FEMA teams canvass neighborhoods to reach those in need of hurricane assistance

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 16 Dec 2024 · 2

FEMA disaster survivor assistance teams have visited more than 21,000 homes in Richmond County alone since Hurricane Helene hit. Teams have also visited homes in other affected counties.

In pictures: Aiken Hoofbeats Christmas Parade

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 15 Dec 2024 · 0

Scenes from the annual Aiken Hoofbeats Christmas Parade Dec. 15.

Bicycle giveaways help in the fight against cancer

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 Dec 2024 · 0

Children received bicycles at two events plus an invitation to join teams that support Paceline, a bicycle ride that raises money for cancer research.

Column: Thanks for the memories, James Brown Arena

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 Dec 2024 · 0

As demolition continues on the James Brown Arena, publisher Charmain Z. Brackett reflects on her memories of the arena. What are yours?

In pictures: Demolition of James Brown Arena is gettin’ down to it

By Leonard Porkchop Zimmerman · 14 Dec 2024 · 0

The James Brown Arena demolition is underway. Artist Leonard Porkchop Zimmerman took a few photos from the scene on Dec. 13. Waylon Jennings played the first concert there on Dec. 14, 1979.

Heron sculpture to find home at Phinizy Swamp

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 13 Dec 2024 · 0

A pair of herons created by internationally known sculptor Przemyslaw Kordys is the latest piece of public art in Augusta.

Windows provide festive glimpses of Christmas

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 Dec 2024 · 0

More than 20 festive windows are part of the Soul City Spectacular.

Hurricane Helene resource fair set for Dec. 12 at Paine College

By Staff Report · 11 Dec 2024 · 0

A resource fair for those affected by Hurricane Helene is scheduled for 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday at Paine College.

City of Augusta gives update on Helene clean-up at Dec. 10 town hall meeting

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Dec 2024 · 0

Debris pick up, Augusta Canal closures and a water bill credit were among the items of discussion at a Dec. 10 town hall meeting in Richmond County.

In pictures: North Augusta boys beat Butler on Dec. 10

By Mike Adams · 11 Dec 2024 · 0

North Augusta remains undefeated after Tuesday’s win.