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

ArtScape: Historic photography and contemporary lyrics inspire local artist

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 22 May 2024 · Comments Off on ArtScape: Historic photography and contemporary lyrics inspire local artist

Syd Padgett is working on an upcoming exhibition in Atlanta using tintype images.

Cannon Ballers’ explosive sixth inning disrupts pitchers’ duel

By Special To Augusta Good News · 22 May 2024 · Comments Off on Cannon Ballers’ explosive sixth inning disrupts pitchers’ duel

Didier Fuentes served up a stellar five innings before mishaps and a homer gave the Cannon Ballers the lead.

News You Can Use: Burn bans in effect in area Georgia counties during summer months

By Special To Augusta Good News · 21 May 2024 · Comments Off on News You Can Use: Burn bans in effect in area Georgia counties during summer months

Yard and land debris clearing burns are banned in 54 Georgia counties including Richmond and Columbia from May 1-Sept. 1.

Goodwill partners with ReNforce for unique employment workshops

By Staff Report · 20 May 2024 · Comments Off on Goodwill partners with ReNforce for unique employment workshops

On May 20, Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia & the CSRA announced a new partnership with ReNforce to provide specialized employment workshops aimed to address the unique challenges faced by individuals reentering the workforce after involvement with the justice system.

Harlem baseball team ends season ranked in Top 10 in nation

By Staff Report · 20 May 2024 · Comments Off on Harlem baseball team ends season ranked in Top 10 in nation

MaxPreps has ranked Harlem in the Top 10 baseball teams in the country.

MCG scientists identify new treatment target for leading cause of blindess

By Special To Augusta Good News · 20 May 2024 · Comments Off on MCG scientists identify new treatment target for leading cause of blindess

Researchers at the Medical College of Georgia have pinpointed a gene that may lead to better treatments for a form of macular degeneration.

John Deere receives 2024 Red Cross Good Neighbor Award

By Special To Augusta Good News · 20 May 2024 · Comments Off on John Deere receives 2024 Red Cross Good Neighbor Award

John Deere and its employees received the 2024 American Red Cross Good Neighbor Award for their humanitarian contributions to the organization.

Late Red Sox rally ruins GreenJackets’ shutout bid May 19

By Special To Augusta Good News · 19 May 2024 · Comments Off on Late Red Sox rally ruins GreenJackets’ shutout bid May 19

GreenJackets’ pitching was brilliant through eight when the Red Sox rallied.

Mural highlights work of Salvation Army

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 19 May 2024 · Comments Off on Mural highlights work of Salvation Army

Two artists are painting a mural inside the new Salvation Army Family Store in Columbia County, which is set for a June opening.

GreenJackets hold off Red Sox for Saturday win

By Special To Augusta Good News · 19 May 2024 · Comments Off on GreenJackets hold off Red Sox for Saturday win

The Augusta GreenJackets defeated the Salem Red Sox Saturday.

In pictures: Thunder Over Evans 2024

By Mike Adams · 18 May 2024 · Comments Off on In pictures: Thunder Over Evans 2024

Scenes from Thunder Over Evans May 18.

In pictures: Hot dog champ wins second straight title

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 18 May 2024 · Comments Off on In pictures: Hot dog champ wins second straight title

Scenes from Wiener Fest May 18.