Business

SRP Affinity Debit Card program proves a nickel can go a long way

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 19 May 2026 · 0

On May 18, SRP Federal Credit Union officials celebrated $3 million worth of nickels going back into local school systems.

Harlem Dunkin’ celebrates May 15 grand opening with $20,000 grant presentation

By Staff Report · 15 May 2026 · 0

Dunkin’ celebrated the grand opening of its newest Next Generation restaurant in Harlem on May 15 and presented a $20,000 check to  Wellstar Golisano Children’s Hospital of Georgia to support its facility dog Popcorn.

Beloved beagle at the heart of USC Aiken student’s business

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 15 May 2026 · 0

 A beagle who lived her best life is the mascot for an outdoor brand that has made its way to the stage of the Grand Ole Opry.

Food Lion celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week at McCormick High School

By Special To Augusta Good News · 06 May 2026 · 0

On May 6, 2026, Food Lion marked Teacher Appreciation Week with a special “Carts of Kindness” surprise at McCormick High School in McCormick, South Carolina supported by Food Lion Feeds, the company’s hunger-relief platform.

Matthews Motors marks 35 years in business

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 01 May 2026 · Comments Off on Matthews Motors marks 35 years in business

A family-owned business celebrated its 35th anniversary April 30, thanking its customers with tours of its Gordon Highway facilities, lunch on the grounds, giveaways and more.

In pictures: International Yarn Day events at Three Crows Fiber April 25

By Mike Adams · 25 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on In pictures: International Yarn Day events at Three Crows Fiber April 25

Scenes from International Yarn Day activities.

Grant will support completion of Augusta Tech’s Jim Hudson Automotive Institute

By Staff Report · 21 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on Grant will support completion of Augusta Tech’s Jim Hudson Automotive Institute

Augusta Technical College has been awarded a $6,808,307 grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) of the U.S. Department of Commerce to support completion of the Jim Hudson Automotive Institute.

April 25 events highlight Indie Bookstore Day and International Yarn Day

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 21 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on April 25 events highlight Indie Bookstore Day and International Yarn Day

April 25 is Independent Bookstore Day as well as International Local Yarn Store Day, and Augusta’s downtown bookstore and yarn store have a full day of activities and sales planned.

In pictures: Wienermobile stops in North Augusta

By Mike Adams · 12 Apr 2026 · Comments Off on In pictures: Wienermobile stops in North Augusta

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile stopped at the North Augusta Kroger Sunday.

SRP Federal Credit Union ‘Shred Fest’ disposes of nearly nine tons of paper

By Special To Augusta Good News · 29 Mar 2026 · Comments Off on SRP Federal Credit Union ‘Shred Fest’ disposes of nearly nine tons of paper

Shred Fest processed and disposed of more than 17,000 pounds of paperwork on March 14.

Party highlights Augusta as a ‘Feel Good City’ and kickoffs new art initiative

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 26 Mar 2026 · Comments Off on Party highlights Augusta as a ‘Feel Good City’ and kickoffs new art initiative

A March 25 party highlighted efforts to promote Augusta and kickoff a new public art initiative.

Golfer John Daly finds new after-hours home at Topgolf Augusta during tournament week

By Staff Report · 11 Mar 2026 · Comments Off on Golfer John Daly finds new after-hours home at Topgolf Augusta during tournament week

Golfer John Daly still has plans to meet with golf fans after a day on the course. He’s found a new 19th hole at Topgolf Augusta.

Pop! To the Culture: ABX owner Paul Rogers

By Ron Baxley Jr. · 26 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Pop! To the Culture: ABX owner Paul Rogers

Ron Baxley Jr. highlights Paul Rogers of ABX in his latest column.

Hildebrandt’s sandwiched in Augusta’s history

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 22 Feb 2026 · Comments Off on Hildebrandt’s sandwiched in Augusta’s history

Hildebrandt’s has operated in downtown Augusta since 1879.