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

In pictures: Demolition of James Brown Arena is gettin’ down to it

By Leonard Porkchop Zimmerman · 14 Dec 2024 · 0

The James Brown Arena demolition is underway. Artist Leonard Porkchop Zimmerman took a few photos from the scene on Dec. 13. Waylon Jennings played the first concert there on Dec. 14, 1979.

Heron sculpture to find home at Phinizy Swamp

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 13 Dec 2024 · 0

A pair of herons created by internationally known sculptor Przemyslaw Kordys is the latest piece of public art in Augusta.

Windows provide festive glimpses of Christmas

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 12 Dec 2024 · 0

More than 20 festive windows are part of the Soul City Spectacular.

Hurricane Helene resource fair set for Dec. 12 at Paine College

By Staff Report · 11 Dec 2024 · 0

A resource fair for those affected by Hurricane Helene is scheduled for 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday at Paine College.

City of Augusta gives update on Helene clean-up at Dec. 10 town hall meeting

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Dec 2024 · 0

Debris pick up, Augusta Canal closures and a water bill credit were among the items of discussion at a Dec. 10 town hall meeting in Richmond County.

In pictures: North Augusta boys beat Butler on Dec. 10

By Mike Adams · 11 Dec 2024 · 0

North Augusta remains undefeated after Tuesday’s win.

In pictures: Butler girls defeat North Augusta in hoops’ action Dec. 10

By Mike Adams · 10 Dec 2024 · 0

The Butler Bulldogs’ girls team beat North Augusta 47-41 on Dec. 10.

Veteran’s home receives needed accessibility upgrades

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 10 Dec 2024 · 0

Homes for Veterans provided an accessible bathroom for Charles Linwood, an Army veteran.

Grovetown donates patrol cars to town devastated by Helene

By Staff Report · 10 Dec 2024 · 0

 Two former Grovetown Police Department patrol cars have a new home in Marshall, North Carolina.

Saxophone player provides impromptu concert during flight delay

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 09 Dec 2024 · 1

Wayne Hoey never leaves home without his saxophone, and it was a good thing to have with him on Saturday.

Salvation Army seeks angel adopters by Dec. 13

By Staff Report · 09 Dec 2024 · 0

Help a child in need by adopting a Christmas angel by Dec. 13

Byllesby Center offered holiday festivities to community on Dec. 7

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 08 Dec 2024 · 0

Crafts, food and holiday fun were part of the Byllesby Center’s Christmas Festival Saturday.