Charmain Z. Brackett
Charmain Z. Brackett is the publisher of Augusta Good News. Reach her at charmain@augustagoodnews.com.
News You Can Use: Burn bans in effect in area Georgia counties during summer months
Yard and land debris clearing burns are banned in 54 Georgia counties including Richmond and Columbia from May 1-Sept. 1.
Goodwill partners with ReNforce for unique employment workshops
On May 20, Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia & the CSRA announced a new partnership with ReNforce to provide specialized employment workshops aimed to address the unique challenges faced by individuals reentering the workforce after involvement with the justice system.
Harlem baseball team ends season ranked in Top 10 in nation
MaxPreps has ranked Harlem in the Top 10 baseball teams in the country.
MCG scientists identify new treatment target for leading cause of blindess
Researchers at the Medical College of Georgia have pinpointed a gene that may lead to better treatments for a form of macular degeneration.
John Deere receives 2024 Red Cross Good Neighbor Award
John Deere and its employees received the 2024 American Red Cross Good Neighbor Award for their humanitarian contributions to the organization.
Late Red Sox rally ruins GreenJackets’ shutout bid May 19
GreenJackets’ pitching was brilliant through eight when the Red Sox rallied.
Mural highlights work of Salvation Army
Two artists are painting a mural inside the new Salvation Army Family Store in Columbia County, which is set for a June opening.
GreenJackets hold off Red Sox for Saturday win
The Augusta GreenJackets defeated the Salem Red Sox Saturday.
News You Can Use: Postmaster general promises steps to fix Georgia mail processing delays
U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy Friday outlined a series to steps the postal service is taking to improve service at a regional mail processing center in Palmetto.
Harlem wins back-to-back baseball state titles, downing Calvary Day
The Harlem Bulldogs won their second straight state baseball championship May 17.