Charmain Z. Brackett
Charmain Z. Brackett is the publisher of Augusta Good News. Reach her at charmain@augustagoodnews.com.
Missed center field catch lifts Augusta over Fireflies in ninth on July 31
A missed fly ball in center field with two outs in the ninth inning gave the Augusta GreenJackets (20-14, 55-45) their fourth walk-off win, completing a massive comeback to steal an 8-7 win against the Columbia Fireflies (17-17, 51-49) Friday night.
Shane Peterman steps into newest role
Shane Peterman has multiple full plates as he steps into the newly created role of CEO of the Augusta Players and Imperial Theatre.
SRP Federal Credit Union expands access with new mobile branch
SRP Federal Credit Union unveiled its first mobile branch with a ribbon cutting ceremony July 24.
GreenJackets post double digits as early homers pave way to July 30 win
Cooper McMurray’s first professional grand slam capped a five-run first inning and led the way for the Augusta GreenJackets’ July 30 win.
Columbia County recognizes AP achievements at July 30 ceremony
A July 30 ceremony recognized Columbia County schools for their efforts to increase enrollment in AP classes as well as increase test scores.
Be part of a captive audience with the Folsom Prison Experience Aug. 8
Johnny Cash fans can step back in time to experience Cash’s Jan. 13, 1968 Folsom Prison concert at the Miller Theater Aug. 8.
GreenJackets’ late rally can’t erase deficit as Fireflies even series July 29
The Augusta GreenJackets tried to rally late but fell to the Columbia Fireflies 9-8 July 29.
Smoothie King grand opening event planned for Aug. 1
A ribbon cutting and grand opening event is planned for a new Smoothie King on Aug. 1.
Back to school giveaways for July 31-Aug. 1
A few back-to-school giveaways are planned for July 31 and Aug. 1.
First grade teacher starts new career with familiar face
SheKinah Bennett is in her first year teaching at Grovetown Elementary School, whose principal was Bennett’s sixth grade teacher.
GreenJackets game times shift for final homestands beginning July 28
The Augusta GreenJackets, Single-A Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, will shift game times beginning Tuesday, July 28.
