Mike Adams and Charmain Z. Brackett
Charmain Z. Brackett is the publisher of Augusta Good News. Reach her at charmain@augustagoodnews.com.
Four Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School students recognized in 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program
Annie Zhang was named a National Merit Semifinalist, placing among the top one percent of high school seniors nationwide.
Harlem QB runs three into endzone to boost Bulldogs past Aquinas Oct. 10
Fueled by Rod Anderson’s three touchdown runs, Harlem beat Aquinas 21-14 Friday, Oct. 10.
Aiken theater group to present play by comedian Steve Martin
The Aiken Community Theatre will bring the humor of Steve Martin’s “Picasso at the Lapin Agile” to the stage for five performances over two weekends beginning Oct. 17.
Fall weather means fair season 2025
With the crisp temps setting it, it signals fair season in the Augusta area. That means rides, games, entertainment and a smorgasbord of fried foods and sweet treats you can only get on the midway.
‘Rising Stars’ concert features local singer with operatic dreams
Isabella Chaney, a Greenbrier High School alumna and recent Georgia State University graduate will be one of the singers at this year’s “Rising Stars” benefit for the Jessye Norman School of the Arts scheduled for 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12 at the Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre.
Column: Angel on a Lead
The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Taylor and her corgi, Zelda, are members of the local chapter of the Alliance of Therapy Dogs (ATD). The mission of ATD is simple – sharing smiles and joys.
Column: Disney costumes make for magical exhibit
About 70 costumes from DIsney produced films and TV shows are on display in Columbia.
Congregation Children of Israel marks Sukkot
Members of the Congregation Children of Israel are observing the Jewish holiday Sukkot. It began Monday and ends Oct. 14.
‘Rocky Horror’ 50th anniversary screening set for Oct. 14
Nell Campbell, who played Columbia in both the stage and film version of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” will be in Augusta Oct. 14 for a 50th anniversary presentation of the film at the Miller Theater.
News You Can Use: Aiken County bridge replacement project to begin in November
The South Carolina Department of Transportation announced Oct. 6 the Federal Highway Administration has awarded $8 million in federal funds for the emergency replacement of the Old Vaucluse bridge over I-20 in Aiken County.
A night of ‘soulful strings’ benefits breast cancer program
Violinist JaVonne Jones joins with jazz guitarist Willie Soul on Oct. 12 for Soulful Strings of Hope: A Night of Jazz & R&B – In the Key of Pink in Augusta.
