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In pictures: Owen McNear at the Paralympic Trials
University of Georgia student Felix Scheyer took photos of Owen McNear of Evans at the recent Paralympic Trials in Minneapolis.
Meadow Garden celebrates Independence Day
Meadow Garden, the home of George Walton one of three Georgia signers of the Declaration of Independence, was the site of a July 4 program.
In pictures: Independence Day in downtown Augusta
Scenes from the Independence Day celebration at the Augusta Common.
GreenJackets fall 5-2 on Fourth of July
The Augusta GreenJackets drop the Independence Day contest to the Columbia Fireflies.
July 4 ceremony honors Declaration of Independence signers
The 14th annual Signers Monument ceremony was July 4.
Work begins to renovate Augusta Players’ new home
Work on the Augusta Players’ new space began July 1.
Major renovations ahead for historic Imperial Theatre
The Imperial Theatre recently announced a $10 million capital campaign.
GreenJackets strand 10 baserunners as Fireflies even series
The Augusta GreenJackets lost in Columbia July 2.
Augusta Symphony announces new executive director
Becky Dearden is the Augusta Symphony’s new executive director.
Jackets’ bats scorch Fireflies on July 1
Augusta uncorked 10 runs on 11 hits in a 10-2 thrashing of the Columbia Fireflies Monday evening.
Barbecue, history and fireworks mark Independence Day 2024 events
Multiple events are planned across the area to mark Independence Day.