Rakiyah Lenon
Augusta area to be well-represented at Miss Georgia pageant
Three women with ties to Augusta will vie for the Miss Georgia crown.
AU researchers use grant for sickle cell studies
Two researchers at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University are co-principal investigators on a new three-year, $2.3 million grant studying a drug for a new use in combating sickle cell anemia.
Photojournalism: Flags placed to honor military
Memorial Day honors the nation’s military members who died in service to their country. Local groups marked the start of the weekend by placing flags at one local cemetery.
Business owner sees artistry in flooring
A local business owner enjoys uses his creativity when it comes to installing floors. Diamond Wood Floors recently won an award for a patterned floor.
GreenJackets over .500 for first time since April with Friday win
The Augusta GreenJackets handily defeated Kannapolis Friday at SRP Park.
Mural honors African American women educators
A mural pays tribute to six African American female educators, including Ruth Crawford, who turned 108 on May 25.
‘Golden Blocks’ sees signs of economic rejuvenation
The area historically known as Augusta’s Golden Blocks is seeing signs of economic rejuvenation.
Sylvan Glade offers live action role play at Pendleton King Park
Sylvan Glade is a live action role playing group that meets regularly at Pendleton King Park.
Columbia County to celebrate National Trails Day with launch of new Bombasin Land Trail June 3
A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Bombasin Land Trail will be June 3.
Two Richmond County students named Bank of America Student Leaders
Two Richmond County Technical Career Magnet School students were named as Bank of America’s Student Leaders program.
Photojournalism: Cross Creek High School graduation
Mike Adams’ photo story from Cross Creek High School’s May 24 graduation ceremonies.