Christopher Rickerson
Charmain Z. Brackett is the publisher of Augusta Good News. Reach her at charmain@augustagoodnews.com.
Performing arts groups continue to recover after Hurricane Helene
On Saturday, Augusta Ballet held its first weekend of rehearsals for the annual production of “Narnia.” While the arts group has rebuilt, others still struggle after Hurricane Helene.
Irish American Heritage Society announces 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade dignitaries Feb. 1
The Irish American Heritage Society (IAHS) announced its distinguished honorees for the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade at the annual Grand Marshal Ball Feb. 1.
YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan will perform in Aiken Feb. 11
YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan will bring its Hito no Chikara – The Power of Human
Strength show to Aiken at 7 pm. Feb. 11 as part of the University of South Carolina Aiken’s 2024-2025 cultural series.
Augusta resident in Lifetime movie premiering Feb. 2
Augusta’s Kate Dailey is in a Lifetime movie premiering Feb.2.
World War II veteran turns 102 on Feb.6; family asks for cards
Send a card to honor a World War II veteran’s 102nd birthday.
Augusta picks up first win of the year in a doubleheader split
The Augusta University Jaguars split a doubleheader Saturday.
Augusta Sculpture Trail sees new public art
Installation of art works for the third iteration of the Augusta Sculpture Trail culminated Jan. 31, 2025.
In pictures: Burke County tops Josey 74-49
Burke County ups its region record to 7-1 Friday after defeating Josey.
Yellow Jacket hoops teams continue their winning ways over Aiken Jan. 31
North Augusta swept two from Aiken Friday.
Josey girls devastate Burke County Jan. 31 with hopes of another state title run
The T.W. Josey girls basketball team walked over Burke County 77-20 in hoops’ action on Jan. 31.
Riverdance role is dream come true for Irish dancer
Riverdance 30 – the New Generation, will be at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center on Feb.14.