Charmain Z. Brackett

Charmain Z. Brackett is the publisher of Augusta Good News. Reach her at charmain@augustagoodnews.com.

Gibbes Museum extends deadline for 2026 Society 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art

By Staff Report · 07 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Gibbes Museum extends deadline for 2026 Society 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art

The Gibbes Museum of Art has announced the extension of the submission deadline for the Society 1858 Prize for Contemporary Southern Art ‒ the new deadline is Sept. 14 for the $10,000 artist prize competition.

First responders honored for lifesaving actions at Peach Jam

By Staff Report · 07 Aug 2026 · 2

Piedmont Augusta honored a group of first responders for their lifesaving actions at Peach Jam last month.

Pigskin preview 2026: Butler eyes third consecutive playoff appearance

By Christopher Rickerson · 07 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Pigskin preview 2026: Butler eyes third consecutive playoff appearance

The Butler Bulldogs need to step up their game if they want to return to the playoffs. Rule changes will make it more difficult to earn a playoff spot.

GreenJackets win in Aug. 6 nailbiter

By Special To Augusta Good News · 07 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on GreenJackets win in Aug. 6 nailbiter

Davis Polo fired his third consecutive quality start, and Daniel Brooks retired all nine hitters he faced as the Augusta GreenJackets took a 3-2 victory over Hickory Thursday.

Jenkins Family Nature Preserve to host back-to-school event Aug. 15

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 06 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Jenkins Family Nature Preserve to host back-to-school event Aug. 15

A back-to-school bash is scheduled at Jenkins Family Nature Preserve in Lincoln County Aug. 15.

Pigskin preview 2026: Glenn Hills Spartans hope their hard work pays off

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 05 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Pigskin preview 2026: Glenn Hills Spartans hope their hard work pays off

After a winless season in 2025, the Glenn Hills Spartans look to turn things around this fall.

Musician celebrates new single with Augusta show

By Special To Augusta Good News · 05 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Musician celebrates new single with Augusta show

Cody Bolden and the Roadhands will celebrate the release of his new single “Keep You Wishing” Friday, Aug. 7 in Augusta.

Pigskin preview 2026: Laney rebuilding after graduating 16 seniors

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 05 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Pigskin preview 2026: Laney rebuilding after graduating 16 seniors

Laney Coach Ronnie Baker talks about the Wildcats’ upcoming season.

Augusta ties game late but can’t hold lead in Aug. 4 loss to Hickory

By Special To Augusta Good News · 05 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Augusta ties game late but can’t hold lead in Aug. 4 loss to Hickory

The Augusta GreenJackets fell in extra innings Aug. 4.

Mural highlights urban farm at Master’s Table Soup Kitchen

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 04 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Mural highlights urban farm at Master’s Table Soup Kitchen

A wall at the Golden Harvest Food Bank’s urban garden at the Master’s Table Soup Kitchen is getting a facelift thanks to a team of artists.

Eagle Scout project will help owners reconnect with lost pets

By Mike Adams · 03 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Eagle Scout project will help owners reconnect with lost pets

The construction and placement of two pet microchip stations is Evan Lester’s Eagle Scout project.

Tickets for Columbia County Fall Concert Series go on sale Aug. 7

By Staff Report · 03 Aug 2026 · Comments Off on Tickets for Columbia County Fall Concert Series go on sale Aug. 7

Southern rock, classic country and modern country rock are highlighted in the Columbia County Fall Concert Series.