Charmain Z. Brackett

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

Father-son duo believe it’s thyme for a food truck

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 30 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Father-son duo believe it’s thyme for a food truck

Lemont and Ken Monroe will celebrate their new Food Thyme Food Truck with a grand opening Jan. 1, 2024.

Book on Augusta’s legendary Black caddies set for April 2 release; author events planned

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 29 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Book on Augusta’s legendary Black caddies set for April 2 release; author events planned

Former Augusta Chronicle sports editor Ward Clayton has updated his 2004 book focusing on the Black caddies of the Augusta National. He will be in Augusta at several April events.

Enopion Theatre Co. celebrates 25th anniversary in 2024

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 28 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Enopion Theatre Co. celebrates 25th anniversary in 2024

The Bible-based theater company started with a one-woman show in 1999.

Bank of America invests more than $547,000 into Augusta area organizations in 2023

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 28 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Bank of America invests more than $547,000 into Augusta area organizations in 2023

Bank of America supports programming in workforce development, affordable housing, economic mobility, arts and culture and health.

Where to find ‘Inspiring: Women of Augusta’ magazine

By Staff Report · 27 Dec 2023 · 1

Looking for a copy of Inspiring: Women of Augusta – check here.

Old Barnwell offers teens chance for scholarships through caddie program

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Old Barnwell offers teens chance for scholarships through caddie program

Old Barnwell is a “mission-minded” golf club according to its founder.

Santa visits children’s hospital

By Special To Augusta Good News · 25 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Santa visits children’s hospital

Santa made his annual visit to the Children’s Hospital of Georgia on Christmas.

Winter village brings Christmas joy

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 24 Dec 2023 · 2

For about two decades, the mother-son duo of Holly and Woody Kaminer have created a festive winter wonderland.

Broad Street Beat: Song commemorates the friendship of Don Rhodes

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 24 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Broad Street Beat: Song commemorates the friendship of Don Rhodes

In this column, publisher Charmain Z. Brackett shares a new song written by Jamie Jones using emails from the late Don Rhodes.

Column: I’m already home for Christmas

By The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor · 24 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Column: I’m already home for Christmas

The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor, a retired Episcopal priest, shares what it means to her to go home at Christmas.

Josey girls, Butler boys win Richmond County Christmas Classic

By Christopher Rickerson · 23 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Josey girls, Butler boys win Richmond County Christmas Classic

Two Richmond County teams won the “Battle for I-20” against South Carolina teams during the tournament.

Davidson students paint mural at new Goodwill location

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 22 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Davidson students paint mural at new Goodwill location

Three students from John S. Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School are painting a mural at a new retail Goodwill location which will open in 2024.