Francie Klopotic
Columnist Francie Klopotic can be found about the town attending concerts, arts exhibitions and almost any event highlighting Augusta's cultural offerings.
Poetry month to be highlighted at Laney Museum April 24
Tarika Holland brings a night of poetry to the lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History April 24.
Azaleas bloom in 14-2 shellacking of Woodpeckers April 18
The Augusta Azaleas produced an offensive explosion, setting season highs in hits and runs in a 14-2 shellacking of the Fayetteville Woodpeckers in front of a packed house at SRP Park April 18.
In pictures: All Y’all Festival highlights culture April 18
Scenes from the All Y’All Festival April 18 at the Evans Towne Center Park.
Tickets on sale for AU Athletics 2026 Hall of Fame induction
The Augusta University Athletics 2026 Hall of Fame Class induction ceremony will celebrate the achievements of those who have made a lasting impact on the college’s athletic program.
GreenJackets score three in eighth to pick up fourth straight win April 16
The Augusta GreenJackets posted a comeback win for the second straight night as the Jackets knocked off the Woodpeckers 6-3 Thursday night.
Piedmont Augusta implements postpartum bracelet initiative
A postpartum bracelet initiative helps alert EMS and emergency rooms about a woman’s possible need for specialized care.
Spring into Brick Pond Park April 18
The Spring into Brick Pond Park festival is scheduled for April 18.
Vietnam veterans welcomed home
Area Vietnam veterans received a long overdue “welcome home” on April 15.
Aiken Tech to bring back EMT certificate program in May
Classes for Aiken Tech’s EMT certificate program begin Tuesday, May 12. Students will attend classes Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the program.
Markers tell stories of city’s rich African American history
On April 14, members of the Augusta African American Historical Society unveiled its 28th marker which was placed in honor of William Wilborn (1877-1966) and rededicated one for the Rev. N.T. Young (1910-2001), which had been damaged in an accident.
In pictures: GreenJackets 2026 home season opener
In the Augusta GreenJackets’ season home opener, pitcher Aiven Cabral struck out eight batters in six innings and the early offense carried the day for a 4-2 win over the Fayetteville Woodpeckers on April 14 at SRP Park.
North Augusta Spring Fest scheduled for April 25
Spring Fest will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 25.
