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

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Column: Just walk it off

By Special To Augusta Good News · 31 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Column: Just walk it off

Dr. Annie Turner highlights the benefits of walking as exercise in this column.

Grant applications open Aug. 1 at Vinea Capital Foundation

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 31 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Grant applications open Aug. 1 at Vinea Capital Foundation

Grant applications will be accepted beginning Aug. 1 for programs focused on special needs, underserved youth and ending generational poverty.

Augusta sweeps doubleheader and chalks up fourth no-hitter in GreenJackets’ history July 30

By Special To Augusta Good News · 30 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta sweeps doubleheader and chalks up fourth no-hitter in GreenJackets’ history July 30

The Augusta GreenJackets recorded their fourth no-hitter in the organization’s history Sunday in Charleston.

Stantons lead lives of service

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 30 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Stantons lead lives of service

Maj. Gen. Paul Stanton and his wife, Nomi, lead lives of selfless service in keeping with one of the seven Army values.

Featured photo of the week for July 29

By Mike Adams · 29 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Featured photo of the week for July 29

After a rainy morning an alligator enjoys a little break in the weather at Brick Pond Park in North Augusta on Saturday July 29, 2023. Mike Adams/Augusta Good News.

‘Connection to Community’ event provides for those in need

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 29 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Connection to Community’ event provides for those in need

Connection to Community is a monthly event linking resources to those who need them.

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Richmond County students see improvements in Georgia Milestone scores

By Staff Report · 28 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Richmond County students see improvements in Georgia Milestone scores

Richmond County students saw gains in the Georgia Milestone test for the 2022-2023 school year.

Column: High school football matchups to watch in the 2023 season

By Christopher Rickerson · 27 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Column: High school football matchups to watch in the 2023 season

Sportswriter Christopher Rickerson highlights some of the games to watch this high school football season.

Homers lift RiverDogs over GreenJackets July 26

By Special To Augusta Good News · 26 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Homers lift RiverDogs over GreenJackets July 26

The Augusta GreenJackets lost to the Charleston RiverDogs 7-4 July 26.

Jewish congregation welcomes Augusta’s first female rabbi

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Jewish congregation welcomes Augusta’s first female rabbi

Rabbi Remy Liverman recently took over as rabbi at the Congregation Children of Israel.

Thriller shot at Partridge Inn comes to Tubi July 28

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 25 Jul 2023 · Comments Off on Thriller shot at Partridge Inn comes to Tubi July 28

A thriller shot in Augusta earlier this year airs July 28 on Tubi.

Stuckey’s CEO infuses confections with Southern hospitality at Wrens plant

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 25 Jul 2023 · 1

Stuckey’s, headquartered in Wrens, Ga., is experiencing growth as its CEO works to revitalize the candy brand.