Charmain Z. Brackett

Lifelong love of music leads to teacher of year award

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 21 Dec 2023 · 1

Tara Scheyer, who teaches music at Episcopal Day School, was named the Georgia Independent School Association’s Teacher of the Year in 2023.

In pictures: Jaguars bite Lions at Christenberry Dec. 19

By Mike Adams · 20 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on In pictures: Jaguars bite Lions at Christenberry Dec. 19

Scenes from Tuesday’s match between Augusta University and Emmanuel College.

Golden Harvest partners with Fort Eisenhower Christmas House

By Staff Report · 19 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Golden Harvest partners with Fort Eisenhower Christmas House

Golden Harvest Food Bank partners with Fort Eisenhower Christmas House to provide for soldiers’ families during the holiday season.

Creator of sculptures at Augusta’s Springfield Village Park dies

By Staff Report · 18 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Creator of sculptures at Augusta’s Springfield Village Park dies

Richard Hunt, who created the two sculptures at Augusta’s Springfield Village Park, died Dec. 16.

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‘Longest Night’ services offer hope to those who grieve at Christmas

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 18 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Longest Night’ services offer hope to those who grieve at Christmas

Area churches will offer special services on Dec. 21 for those dealing with grief and sadness at Christmas.

Junior Achievement announces partnerships prior to Jan. 11, 2024 Discovery Center grand opening

By Special To Augusta Good News · 17 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Junior Achievement announces partnerships prior to Jan. 11, 2024 Discovery Center grand opening

The Junior Achievement Discovery Center of the CSRA is set to open in January 2024.

In pictures: Augusta Ballet Tea and Tutus

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 17 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on In pictures: Augusta Ballet Tea and Tutus

Scenes from Augusta Ballet’s Tea and Tutus Dec. 17 at the Savannah Rapids Pavilion.

New public art installed on Dec. 16

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 17 Dec 2023 · 2

Two new sculptures have been added to Augusta’s public art scape. One was completed Dec. 16, but the other will take several days.

James Brown toy giveaway helps about 570 children

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 17 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on James Brown toy giveaway helps about 570 children

The James Brown Toy Giveaway was held at the James Brown Arena Dec. 16.

Augusta Broad Axe Throwing owner competes in USA Pro-Am finals on ESPN2 Dec. 17

By Christopher Rickerson · 16 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta Broad Axe Throwing owner competes in USA Pro-Am finals on ESPN2 Dec. 17

Vincent Ingallinera, owner of Broad Axe Throwing, will be on ESPN 2 Dec. 17.

Wreaths Across America event to be held Dec. 16

By Staff Report · 15 Dec 2023 · Comments Off on Wreaths Across America event to be held Dec. 16

Wreaths Across America Day is Dec. 16 with several observances planned around the area.

Lazarus Project Food Pantry opens in Swainsboro

By Special To Augusta Good News · 15 Dec 2023 · 1

A new food pantry opened in Swainsboro Dec. 11.