Christopher Rickerson

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

Singer embarks on new direction with Feb. 28 concert

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 18 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Singer embarks on new direction with Feb. 28 concert

On Feb. 28, Jamal Moore will be back home to celebrate new beginnings as he performs his first solo concert in the Augusta area in eight years. “Full Circle: A Homecoming Celebration” will be at 7:30 p.m. at the Hardin Auditorium.

Metress wins 600th career game as Jags beat Clayton State Feb. 18

By Special To Augusta Good News · 18 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Metress wins 600th career game as Jags beat Clayton State Feb. 18

Augusta University head coach Dip Metress picked up the 600th victory of his career Wednesday night as Augusta men’s basketball defeated Clayton State, 82-60.

Junior shines in Harlem basketball playoff win Feb. 17

By Christopher Rickerson · 18 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Junior shines in Harlem basketball playoff win Feb. 17

Ty Shine scored 35 points in Harlem’s 81-60 win over Howard in the AAA Region 4 Quarterfinals on Tuesday, Feb.17, 2026.

In pictures: North Augusta beats Hartsville in the first round of the 2026 playoffs

By Mike Adams · 17 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on In pictures: North Augusta beats Hartsville in the first round of the 2026 playoffs

Scenes from North Augusta’s victory over Hartsville Feb. 17.

Faith Column: What are you giving up for Lent?

By The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor · 17 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Faith Column: What are you giving up for Lent?

Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on Feb. 18. The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor shares her thoughts on what she’s giving up this year.

Column: Photography puts legacy in focus

By Nick Lovett · 17 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Column: Photography puts legacy in focus

For KaSonya Wilcox, photography is more than taking pictures.

Piedmont offers tips to help lower blood pressure

By Special To Augusta Good News · 17 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Piedmont offers tips to help lower blood pressure

A new study published Feb. 2 in the Journal of the American Medical Association reveals that nearly 80% of American adults with high blood pressure do not have their condition under control.

GreenJackets announce coaching staff for 2026 season; Brad Stoll new manager

By Special To Augusta Good News · 15 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on GreenJackets announce coaching staff for 2026 season; Brad Stoll new manager

The Augusta GreenJackets, in conjunction with the Atlanta Braves, announced the coaching staff for the upcoming 2026 season. 

In pictures: Augusta Chinese New Year Gala 2026

By Rebecca Congleton · 15 Feb 2026 · 1

Augusta area residents celebrated the coming Lunar Year 2026 – the year of the Fire Horse – on Valentine’s Day with the Chinese New Year Gala at Augusta University.

Jaguars outpace Pacers for Valentine’s Day victory

By Special To Augusta Good News · 14 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Jaguars outpace Pacers for Valentine’s Day victory

Augusta University passed rival USC Aiken, 80-74, Saturday afternoon at The Convocation Center.

Lady Jags beat cross river rival on Valentine’s Day

By Special To Augusta Good News · 14 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Lady Jags beat cross river rival on Valentine’s Day

The Augusta University women’s basketball team outscored rival USC Aiken 10-2 in overtime to earn a 61-53 Peach Belt Conference win Saturday afternoon at The USCA Convocation Center.

Butler grabs second straight region title Feb. 13

By Christopher Rickerson · 14 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Butler grabs second straight region title Feb. 13

The Butler boys’ basketball team won their second consecutive AA Region 4 Championships on their home court on Friday, Feb. 13.