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

Arts council director reflects on 27-year career

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 04 Sep 2024 · 2

Brenda Durant plans to retire in October after 27 years as executive director of the Greater Augusta Arts Council.

AI-assisted research could benefit cancer patients

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 03 Sep 2024 · Comments Off on AI-assisted research could benefit cancer patients

AI is helping researchers at the Georgia Cancer Center.

Barry Bostwick ‘blessed’ for career-defining role

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 01 Sep 2024 · Comments Off on Barry Bostwick ‘blessed’ for career-defining role

Barry Bostwick talks about Brad Majors and “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” ahead of his Oct. 1 appearance at the Miller Theater.

GreenJackets end home season with walk-off victory

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 01 Sep 2024 · Comments Off on GreenJackets end home season with walk-off victory

The GreenJackets finished off their home season with a win.

Quiet Jacket bats spoil Caminiti’s debut Aug. 31

By Special To Augusta Good News · 01 Sep 2024 · Comments Off on Quiet Jacket bats spoil Caminiti’s debut Aug. 31

Columbia downed Augusta Saturday in Cam Caminiti’s pro debut.

In pictures: Aiken County Farmers Market

By Mike Adams · 01 Sep 2024 · 1

The Aiken County Farmers Market is the oldest county farmers’ market in continuous service in the same location in South Carolina.

In pictures: Pup ‘N Suds raises money for animal organization

By Mike Adams · 31 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on In pictures: Pup ‘N Suds raises money for animal organization

Pooches were pampered Saturday at the SPCA Albrecht Center.

In pictures: Lexington edges North Augusta Aug. 30

By Mike Adams · 31 Aug 2024 · Comments Off on In pictures: Lexington edges North Augusta Aug. 30

North Augusta lost Friday to Lexington.

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.