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

Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club celebrates 60th anniversary

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 31 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club celebrates 60th anniversary

The Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club celebrates its 60th anniversary this year.

Augusta Technical College receives $264,000 to establish Nuclear Science Apprenticeship Program

By Staff Report · 30 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on Augusta Technical College receives $264,000 to establish Nuclear Science Apprenticeship Program

Augusta Technical College has received a $264,000 grant to establish a nuclear science apprenticeship program.

In pictures: Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee

By Mike Adams · 28 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on In pictures: Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee

Photos from Saturday’s Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee in downtown North Augusta.

In pictures: Joy in the Valley as the Mustangs clinch the region title in undefeated season

By Mike Adams · 28 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on In pictures: Joy in the Valley as the Mustangs clinch the region title in undefeated season

Mike Adams captured the joy of Midland Valley players, cheerleaders and fans as the undefeated Mustangs clinched the region title in a close one Friday.

Aquinas stuns previously undefeated Greene County in low-scoring battle Oct. 27

By Christopher Rickerson · 28 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on Aquinas stuns previously undefeated Greene County in low-scoring battle Oct. 27

Aquinas keeps its hopes for a region title alive by defeating Greene County Friday.

Fort Eisenhower officially named during Oct. 27 ceremony

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 27 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on Fort Eisenhower officially named during Oct. 27 ceremony

Calling it the “perfect” name for the military installation, Fort Eisenhower’s commanding general was part of a historic ceremony Friday.

It’s Spooky to Be Hungry event helps Golden Harvest Food Bank

By Staff Report · 27 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on It’s Spooky to Be Hungry event helps Golden Harvest Food Bank

It’s Spooky to be Hungry is an annual campaign for the Golden Harvest Food Bank.

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‘Laissez les bon temps rouler’ at the Augusta Symphony Gala 2024

By Staff Report · 27 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on ‘Laissez les bon temps rouler’ at the Augusta Symphony Gala 2024

The Augusta Symphony’s gala will feature a Mardi Gras theme.

Column: ‘Inspiring: Women of Augusta’ is new local publication

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on Column: ‘Inspiring: Women of Augusta’ is new local publication

Charmain Z. Brackett’s column about a new publication that highlights area Inspiring Women.

State champs to bring musical to the stage Oct. 27-29

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on State champs to bring musical to the stage Oct. 27-29

Fresh off their win at the Georgia Theatre Conference Oct. 21., the Augusta Junior Players will presents SISTAS: The Musical Oct. 27-29.

TobyMac, Sister Hazel, Chapel Hart to appear at 37th annual Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee

By Staff Report · 26 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on TobyMac, Sister Hazel, Chapel Hart to appear at 37th annual Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee

The 37th annual Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee returns to North Augusta’s streets Oct. 27-28.

Goodwill expansion continues with dedication of Alice and John David Lab and Lecture Hall

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 25 Oct 2023 · Comments Off on Goodwill expansion continues with dedication of Alice and John David Lab and Lecture Hall

Goodwill officials dedicated a new Helms College lab and lecture hall Oct. 24. The organization needs to raise about $2 million to finish its school of health services.