Christopher Rickerson

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

Augusta’s ‘state of tourism’ focus of Nov. 13 event

By Staff Report · 11 Nov 2024 · 0

The 2024 Augusta State of Tourism: Connect and Celebrate event at the Augusta Marriott at the Convention Center at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 13.

Veterans reflect on their military service

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 Nov 2024 · 0

Four veterans share snippets of their experiences ahead of Veterans Day.

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Walk to focus on mental illness

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 Nov 2024 · 0

NAMI-Augusta will host a walk on Nov. 16.

Augusta’s city arts grants benefit 15 arts non-profits

By Staff Report · 09 Nov 2024 · 0

Fifteen Augusta arts groups received city arts grants on Nov. 5

In pictures: North Augusta tops Gray to end regular season

By Mike Adams · 09 Nov 2024 · 0

North Augusta finishes the regular season undefeated in the region.

Williams’ four touchdowns drive Burke County to Region 4-AA title

By Jaxon Garner · 08 Nov 2024 · 0

Burke County won the Region 4-AA championship over Thomson Friday.

Utah rivals turned teammates boost AU to banner volleyball season

By J. Ben Haynes · 07 Nov 2024 · 0

From rivals in the suburbs of Salt Lake City, Utah, to teammates at Augusta University, seniors Jada Suguturaga and Marin Freeland have had quite the volleyball journey.  

Deadline extended to apply for FEMA assistance after Helene

By Staff Report · 07 Nov 2024 · 0

Georgians and South Carolinians have extra time to apply for FEMA assistance related to Hurricane Helene.

Symposium at AU highlights 19th century press, Civil War and free expression Nov. 7-9

By Special To Augusta Good News · 06 Nov 2024 · 2

A journalism history symposium will be at Augusta University Nov. 7-9.

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Seven Richmond County schools named Georgia Literacy Leaders 

By Staff Report · 06 Nov 2024 · 0

The Georgia Department of Education named seven Richmond County schools as “Literacy Leaders” for exceptional achievement or growth in the percentage of students reading at or above grade level.  

Harlem beats Richmond Academy Nov. 5

By Christopher Rickerson · 06 Nov 2024 · 0

Harlem sits at 8-1 overall with one game remaining in the season.

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New collaboration brings food to the doorsteps of those in need

By Staff Report · 06 Nov 2024 · 2

A new initiative will deliver essential food items to those in need particularly older adults, people with disabilities and those without reliable transportation.