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

Panthers out pace Thoroughbreds 28-19

By Christopher Rickerson · 31 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Panthers out pace Thoroughbreds 28-19

The Lakeside Panthers defeated South Aiken 28-19 at home on Friday, Aug.30.

Augusta scores five unanswered runs in fiery comeback win Friday

By Special To Augusta Good News · 30 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Augusta scores five unanswered runs in fiery comeback win Friday

The GreenJackets topped the Fireflies 5-4 Friday.

Frank Yerby’s work to be highlighted at Laney Museum

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 30 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Frank Yerby’s work to be highlighted at Laney Museum

Several events are planned the first week of September to highlight Augusta-born author Frank Yerby.

Thomson street named for World War II hero

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 29 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Thomson street named for World War II hero

Thomson’s National Avenue has been renamed in honor of a World War II veteran.

Nancy Carson Library reopens Aug. 29 after renovations

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 29 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Nancy Carson Library reopens Aug. 29 after renovations

The Nancy Carson Library reopens Aug. 29 after being closed for most of August for renovations.

Fireflies blank GreenJackets 3-0 Aug. 28

By Special To Augusta Good News · 28 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Fireflies blank GreenJackets 3-0 Aug. 28

The Fireflies beat the GreenJackets 3-0 Wednesday.

Grammy nominee plans a night of stories and song on Sept. 5

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 28 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Grammy nominee plans a night of stories and song on Sept. 5

Grammy-nominated songwriter Shawn Mullins plans a night of stories and songs at the Imperial Theatre on Sept. 5.

Aiken native to compete in Paris 2024 Paralympics

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 27 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Aiken native to compete in Paris 2024 Paralympics

Ellen Geddes will compete in her second Paralympics in wheelchair fencing. The events are scheduled for Sept. 4-7.

Workshops prepare job seekers for career expo

By Staff Report · 26 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Workshops prepare job seekers for career expo

Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia and the CSRA is hosting a series of “Get Ready to Get Hired” workshops on Wednesday, Aug. 28, and Friday, Aug. 30 prior to its Sept. 9 career expo.

Mudcats beat Jackets Aug. 25

By Special To Augusta Good News · 26 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on Mudcats beat Jackets Aug. 25

A big sixth inning pushes Mudcats over GreenJackets Sunday.

In pictures: Votes and Petticoats marks Women’s Equality Day

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 25 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on In pictures: Votes and Petticoats marks Women’s Equality Day

A fashion show highlighted the clothing of the suffrage movement.

ArtScape: Westobou season party, Rhian Swain’s Breaking Barriers returns

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 25 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on ArtScape: Westobou season party, Rhian Swain’s Breaking Barriers returns

This week’s ArtScape column highlights art exhibitions at Westobou and the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History.