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GreenJacket arms shackle powerful Mudcat bats for July 31 win
The top offense in the Carolina League had no answer for Augusta’s pitching staff, as Kendy Richard, Samuel Mejia and Trent Buchanan combined for 16 strikeouts and just three hits allowed in a 3-0 shutout win Thursday.
Augusta University men’s and women’s golf join the West Coast Conference as affiliate member
Augusta University’s Division I men’s and women’s golf programs are set to join the West Coast Conference (WCC) as affiliate members beginning with the 2025-26 academic year, the league announced July 31.
‘Forever Plaid’ blends harmonies of 1950s and 1960s
If you love the music of the late 1950s and early 1960s, check out “Forever Plaid” Aug. 1-3 at the North Augusta Community Center.
Mudcats outrun GreenJackets July 29
The Carolina Mudcats took a 5-2 win over the Augusta GreenJackets July 29.
Memorial service honors homeless
A service marked the lives of several homeless individuals on July 27.
CHEF’STORE to mark Augusta grand opening Aug. 23
The US Foods CHEF’STORE at 102 Mason McKnight Jr. Parkway will have its grand opening on Aug. 23.
Sunday’s marathon matinee ends with Augusta win
A seemingly endless contest between the GreenJackets and Crawdads saw Augusta pull away late, scoring seven unanswered in the final three innings for a 13-6 victory and series win.
ArtScape: Happenings with Westobou, 4P Studios, Sacred Heart and AbstrACTION Art Group
A few arts events over the next couple of weeks.
Actor with Augusta ties appears in newest Tyler Perry series
M.V. Oliphant, a T.W. Josey High School alumnus, has worked on several Tyler Perry projects.
Three-run homer hands Augusta second straight loss
A mammoth home run from Braylin Morel in just his second game with Hickory handed the home side a lead they never let go, finalizing a 4-1 victory Saturday over the Augusta GreenJackets..
Eggs Up Grill owner already eyeing second location
Eggs Up Grill has only been open for a month, but its owner is already looking toward Grovetown for expansion.
Mayor wants to see riverfront space revitalized
On July 25, Augusta Mayor Garnett Johnson announced a ”bold, bold vision” to invest in economic development, tourism and outdoor recreation on Augusta’s riverfront.