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

Ceremony to honor African American veterans buried at Cedar Grove Cemetery

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 16 May 2023 · Comments Off on Ceremony to honor African American veterans buried at Cedar Grove Cemetery

A May 25 ceremony will honor veterans buried at Cedar Grove Cemetery.

MCG researchers find ways to stop vision loss in preemies

By Special To Augusta Good News · 16 May 2023 · Comments Off on MCG researchers find ways to stop vision loss in preemies

Medical College of Georgia scientists have found a new target and drug to stop a spiraling cycle that leads to vision loss in premature newborns.

GreenJackets pick up Mother’s Day win

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 May 2023 · Comments Off on GreenJackets pick up Mother’s Day win

The Augusta GreenJackets split the series against the Charleston RiverDogs with a Mother’s Day victory.

Column: Moonlight music cruise doesn’t disappoint

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 14 May 2023 · Comments Off on Column: Moonlight music cruise doesn’t disappoint

The Moonlight Music Cruises along the Augusta Canal are held in late spring/early summer and in the fall.

Saturday Chef provides community cooking classes

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 13 May 2023 · Comments Off on Saturday Chef provides community cooking classes

The Saturday Chef is a monthly community cooking class at Helms College.

Errors, strikeouts hurt GreenJackets in May 12 loss

By Staff Report · 13 May 2023 · Comments Off on Errors, strikeouts hurt GreenJackets in May 12 loss

Striking out 18 times on the night, the Augusta GreenJackets lost to the Charleston RiverDogs 7-3 May 12.

Grovetown woman makes appearance on QVC

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 May 2023 · Comments Off on Grovetown woman makes appearance on QVC

A local woman, who works as Shapermint spokesmodel, recently appeared on QVC to sell the brand.

RiverDogs bite GreenJackets May 11 at SRP Park

By Staff Report · 11 May 2023 · Comments Off on RiverDogs bite GreenJackets May 11 at SRP Park

Despite a last minute comeback attempt, the Augusta GreenJackets lost to the Charleston RiverDogs 6-5 May 11.

First graders learn about economics by operating a store in their classroom

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 May 2023 · Comments Off on First graders learn about economics by operating a store in their classroom

First graders learn basic economic principles by operating a store in their classroom.

Popular Laurel Canyon tribute heads to bigger venue in its second year

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 May 2023 · Comments Off on Popular Laurel Canyon tribute heads to bigger venue in its second year

Hear the sounds of Laurel Canyon rock Saturday at the Miller Theater.

May 10 is World Lupus Day and local walk is set for May 20

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 May 2023 · Comments Off on May 10 is World Lupus Day and local walk is set for May 20

An area walk for lupus is May 20.

Medical students’ music video wins award

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 May 2023 · Comments Off on Medical students’ music video wins award

A video created to encourage and applaud frontline workers during COVID has won an award.