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Pastor reflects on seeing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Augusta two weeks before King’s death

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 13 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Pastor reflects on seeing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Augusta two weeks before King’s death

The Rev. Rickey Dent, pastor of Keys Grove Baptist Church, spoke at the Congregation Children of Israel’s Shabbat Tzedek Jan. 12.

Westside hands Butler first region loss on Jan. 12

By Christopher Rickerson · 13 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Westside hands Butler first region loss on Jan. 12

After losing to Butler earlier in the season, Westside evened the score Friday.

Timeless hits fill singer’s repertoire

By Staff Report · 12 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Timeless hits fill singer’s repertoire

Helen Welch will present songs by divas such as Aretha Franklin, Etta James and Judy Garland on Jan. 25-26 in Aiken.

New JA Discovery Center of CSRA opens

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on New JA Discovery Center of CSRA opens

The JA Discovery Center of the CSRA held its grand opening Thursday, Jan. 11.

New building offers expanded opportunities for Augusta Players

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on New building offers expanded opportunities for Augusta Players

The Augusta Players are raising money for their new home and renovations to it.

In pictures: Augusta University fans Stuff the Stadium

By Mike Adams · 10 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on In pictures: Augusta University fans Stuff the Stadium

The Augusta University Jaguars posted their first conference win of he season against Clayton State University Jan. 10.

Researchers use pioneering technology in studying bladder cancer

By Special To Augusta Good News · 10 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Researchers use pioneering technology in studying bladder cancer

Augusta University’s Immunology Center of Georgia researchers are using pioneering technology to explore the role of elusive neutrophils in bladder cancer.

The Salvation Army of Augusta surpasses Red Kettle Campaign goal

By Staff Report · 10 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on The Salvation Army of Augusta surpasses Red Kettle Campaign goal

The Salvation Army of Augusta exceeded its goal for its annual Red Kettle campaign in 2023. The Salvation Army announced Jan. 10.

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Aiken Symphony strings concert set for Jan. 19

By Special To Augusta Good News · 09 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Aiken Symphony strings concert set for Jan. 19

Aiken Symphony’s strings will present “Strings Attached” on Jan. 19.

Fisher House manager provides three decades of support to military families

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 08 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Fisher House manager provides three decades of support to military families

Francisco Cruz has served as the Fort Eisenhower Fisher House manager for three decades.

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Multiple area events set to honor King’s legacy in 2024

By Staff Report · 07 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Multiple area events set to honor King’s legacy in 2024

A parade, a play and keynote addresses are planned for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend.

Tennis and learning in full swing at MACH Academy

By Rakiyah Lenon · 07 Jan 2024 · Comments Off on Tennis and learning in full swing at MACH Academy

MACH Academy focuses on tennis but also offers academic enrichment such as coding.