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Charmain Z. Brackett is the publisher of Augusta Good News. Reach her at charmain@augustagoodnews.com.
Dental College of Georgia researchers discover mutated protein, breast cancer link
Researchers from Augusta University’s Dental College of Georgia have discovered a critical change in a protein that can turn ordinary breast cancer cells into highly aggressive, stem cell-like threats. This finding could lead to new, more effective treatments for stubborn forms of the disease.
Augusta Symphony to play ‘Star Wars’ score during showing of film
The Augusta Symphony will play the score of “Star Wars: A New Hope” on April 24-25 as the movie is shown on a large screen at the Miller.
MCG researchers receive $275,000 grant to study HIV and retinopathy
Manuela Bartoli and Eric Belin de Chantemèle, researchers at the Medical College of Georgia were
recently awarded a two-year $275,000 grant from the National Eye Institute.
GreenJackets take no-hitter into ninth April 20
The Myrtle Beach Pelicans did not muster a hit until the ninth inning, as a trio of GreenJacket pitchers held the offense completely at bay en route to a 4-1 win on Easter Sunday at SRP Park.
Free head and neck cancer screenings scheduled for April 25
Free screenings for head an neck cancer will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 25.
Column: The Fragrance of Easter
In her Easter column, the Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor highlights the importance a faith community at Easter and all year long.
Offense in full bloom as Azaleas beat Myrtle Beach 9-1
The Augusta Azaleas received a fitting sendoff in their debut weekend, as the home team clubbed a pair of huge home runs that highlighted a 9-1 victory over Myrtle Beach at SRP Park.
‘The Great Gatsby’ mixes Broadway and ballet
The World Ballet Company brings “The Great Gatsby” to the Miller Theater on April 26.
Augusta Azaleas wither in April 18 debut
Augusta fell to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans 2-0 in two hours and four minutes, the team’s fastest game of the year
Job fairs scheduled for April 21-22
Augusta Technical College and the Columbia County School District have job fairs coming up next week.
Sacred Heart Garden Festival returns April 25-26
The Sacred Heart Garden Festival is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 25-26.