Augusta Canal cleanup scheduled for July 18
The Augusta Canoe & Kayak Club along with the Augusta Canal National Heritage Area plan a cleanup July 18 at the Augusta Canal Bulkhead Gates and the Lake Olmstead Trailhead parking lot..
Camp keeps kids heart strong
A former camper returned to Camp Strong Heart this summer to work as a counselor.
Three area back-to-school giveaways set for July 18
The 15th annual Fit 4 School event will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 18 at the Aiken County Family YMCA while the Guiding Path Enrichment Center 5th Annual Community Resource Expo and Bookbag Blessing Giveaway will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 18 at Warren Road Recreation Center. And Augusta Worship Center will hold an event from 10 a.m. to noon.
In pictures: Ukuseniors ukulele class at Jessye Norman School of the Arts
A ukulele class for senior adults is a popular summer program at the Jessye Norman School of the Arts.
United Way of the CSRA launches ‘Christmas in July’ for the holiday Empty Stocking Fund
The United Way of the CSRA is getting a head start on holiday giving with its Christmas in July initiative.
Pharmacy provides old-fashioned sense of community
Surrey Center Pharmacy has been in the Summerville area since 1979.
Caregiver honored for work with people with dementia in hospice
Jalia Brodie received the Loved01 Cares “Live Like a Legend” Caregiver Recognition Award.
In pictures: Meadow Garden July 4, 2026
Scenes from Meadow Garden’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
In pictures: Residents meet at the river to mark Independence Day
Augustans and North Augustans gathered at the river for a two-state Independence Day event.
In pictures: Patriotic Paw Parade celebrates America’s 250th
Patriotic pooches and their owners took to Laurens Street for a parade on Saturday celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday.
In pictures: Yankee Doodle Dash celebrates the 250th
Runners celebrated the nation’s 250th with a 5K/10K.
Arts in the Heart moves to the Exchange Club Fairgrounds in September 2026
Arts in the Heart will be held Sept. 18-20 at the Exchange Club Fairgrounds.
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with multiple events across the area
Here are some of the events planned for July 4
Splish! Splash! Dogs were taking a bath at Pup N Suds Saturday
Pup N Suds is a fundraiser for the SPCA Albrecht Center for Animal Welfare.
