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

World War II vet to celebrate 100th birthday

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on World War II vet to celebrate 100th birthday

Thomson’s Louis Graziano turns 100 on Feb. 6.

‘Letters From Home’ provides nostalgic, upbeat tribute to veterans

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Letters From Home’ provides nostalgic, upbeat tribute to veterans

Letters From Home will be performed Jan. 29 at the Miller Theater.

Million dollar grant to be used to research questions related to rejection in organ donations

By Special To Augusta Good News · 13 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on Million dollar grant to be used to research questions related to rejection in organ donations

Medical College of Georgia scientists are researching the complexities of organ donation and the body’s rejection response.

Ramblin’s Roads: Bluegrass, country music-themed movie at the Morris Museum

By Don "Ramblin'" Rhodes · 13 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on Ramblin’s Roads: Bluegrass, country music-themed movie at the Morris Museum

Don Rhodes’ debut column focuses on upcoming happenings at the Morris Museum of Art.

From the publisher: Welcome, Don Rhodes!

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 Jan 2023 · 1

Augusta Good News isn’t quite two months old yet, but it’s been an exciting ride so far. Publisher Charmain Z. Brackett shares her thoughts.

Book vending machine promotes reading

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on Book vending machine promotes reading

A book vending machine was unveiled Thursday at W.S. Hornsby Elementary School.

Junior Achievement Discovery Center moving forward

By Staff Report · 12 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on Junior Achievement Discovery Center moving forward

The JA Discovery Center of the CSRA is scheduled for a fall opening.

Circle remains unbroken with original members of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on Circle remains unbroken with original members of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

John McEuen and several former members of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band will perform Friday at the Imperial Theatre.

Remembering ‘Okefenokee Joe’ who taught thousands about the swamp, nature and Native American culture

By Special To Augusta Good News · 11 Jan 2023 · 1

Okefenokee Joe, a native of Salley, S.C. and Augusta area resident, taught thousands of adults and children about the importance of the Okefenokee Swamp and Native American culture.

Diehard Bulldog fan placed early bet on second consecutive title game

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Jan 2023 · 2

North Augusta’s Anne Sims was one of the hometown crowd in Los Angeles for the Georgia Bulldogs victory Monday night.

One woman’s journey resulted in more than weight loss

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on One woman’s journey resulted in more than weight loss

Tonya Eller just wanted to have more energy and feel better. Not only did she lose 80 pounds, but she gained more than she could’ve imagined.

Have a plan, get support to achieve New Year’s resolutions, experts say

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 Jan 2023 · Comments Off on Have a plan, get support to achieve New Year’s resolutions, experts say

Most people quit their New Year’s Resolutions the second Friday in January; however, goals can be reached with some planning and a little help from friends.