Don "Ramblin'" Rhodes
Column: The longest night service offers hope to those who grieve
A longest night service will be at St. Augustine of Canterbury at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024.
FEMA teams canvass neighborhoods to reach those in need of hurricane assistance
FEMA disaster survivor assistance teams have visited more than 21,000 homes in Richmond County alone since Hurricane Helene hit. Teams have also visited homes in other affected counties.
In pictures: Aiken Hoofbeats Christmas Parade
Scenes from the annual Aiken Hoofbeats Christmas Parade Dec. 15.
Bicycle giveaways help in the fight against cancer
Children received bicycles at two events plus an invitation to join teams that support Paceline, a bicycle ride that raises money for cancer research.
Column: Thanks for the memories, James Brown Arena
As demolition continues on the James Brown Arena, publisher Charmain Z. Brackett reflects on her memories of the arena. What are yours?
In pictures: Demolition of James Brown Arena is gettin’ down to it
The James Brown Arena demolition is underway. Artist Leonard Porkchop Zimmerman took a few photos from the scene on Dec. 13. Waylon Jennings played the first concert there on Dec. 14, 1979.
Heron sculpture to find home at Phinizy Swamp
A pair of herons created by internationally known sculptor Przemyslaw Kordys is the latest piece of public art in Augusta.
Windows provide festive glimpses of Christmas
More than 20 festive windows are part of the Soul City Spectacular.
Hurricane Helene resource fair set for Dec. 12 at Paine College
A resource fair for those affected by Hurricane Helene is scheduled for 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday at Paine College.
City of Augusta gives update on Helene clean-up at Dec. 10 town hall meeting
Debris pick up, Augusta Canal closures and a water bill credit were among the items of discussion at a Dec. 10 town hall meeting in Richmond County.
In pictures: North Augusta boys beat Butler on Dec. 10
North Augusta remains undefeated after Tuesday’s win.
In pictures: Butler girls defeat North Augusta in hoops’ action Dec. 10
The Butler Bulldogs’ girls team beat North Augusta 47-41 on Dec. 10.