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Helms College to launch electrical training program in July

By Staff Report · 13 May 2026 · 0

Classes for Helms College’s new electrical training program begin in July, and enrollment is now open.

Cabral takes league lead in wins courtesy of six scoreless frames in relief after May 12 win

By Special To Augusta Good News · 13 May 2026 · 0

In six innings, Aiven Cabral did not allow a run, allowing Tate Southisene to lead a comeback that gave Augusta a 4-3 win over the Myrtle Beach Pelicans Tuesday night.

Augusta Choral Society closes out season with benefit for Child Enrichment May 17

By Special To Augusta Good News · 12 May 2026 · 0

“Bridges: 250 Years of Choral Music ~ Singing the American Promise” is the theme of the Augusta Choral Society’s free performance will begin at 3 p.m. at at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 736 Greene St. Donations will benefit Child Enrichment, Inc.

Column: Moonlight music cruise features wonderful performers and unforgettable sunsets

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 May 2026 · 0

In its 21st year, the Augusta Canal’s Moonlight Music Cruise brings a variety of performers in a one-of-a-kind setting.

North Augusta softball brings home district title

By Christopher Rickerson · 12 May 2026 · 0

North Augusta High School’s girls softball team defeated Hartsville 8-1 to win the AAAA Lower State District B Championship on Monday, May 11.

Greenbrier alum named AU athletic director

By Special To Augusta Good News · 11 May 2026 · 0

A Greenbrier High School, Brent McMillian brings 13 years of athletics experience to Augusta University. He’s the university’s new athletic director.

Inaugural Augusta Music and Songwriter Festival May 15-16

By Staff Report · 11 May 2026 · 0

The inaugural Augusta Music & Songwriter Festival takes place May 15–16 in the heart of downtown Augusta at the Augusta Common.

Augusta premiere of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ fulfills actor’s dream

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 May 2026 · 0

“Dear Evan Hansen” will be staged at Le Chat Noir beginning May 15.

Richard carves through Charleston as Augusta splits series

By Special To Augusta Good News · 10 May 2026 · 0

Augusta came from behind to knock off the Charleston RiverDogs 7-3 Sunday afternoon.

Students will head ‘Into the Woods’ on May 13

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 May 2026 · 0

Follow students from the Jessye Norman School of the Arts “Into The Woods” on May 13 at the Augusta University Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre.

River Donkeys knock off RiverDogs May 9

By Special To Augusta Good News · 09 May 2026 · 0

With two outs and the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth, Junior Garcia served a single back up the middle to score Tate Southisene and give the GreenJackets their first walk-off win of the year, knocking off the Charleston RiverDogs 7-6.

‘Seussical Jr.’ features a mix of fun characters from the world of Dr. Seuss

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 09 May 2026 · 0

The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and Lazy Mayzie are some of the magical Dr. Seuss characters who the audience will meet in Musical Theatre Workshops production of “Seussical  Jr.” May 15-17.