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Augusta Half/10K/5K more than a race to some involved

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 21 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Augusta Half/10K/5K more than a race to some involved

The Augusta Half/10K/5K provides a way for one mother to remember her daughter and for a father to bond with his 10-year-old daughter.

Casino night to benefit Downtown Soul City on Feb. 27

By Staff Report · 21 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Casino night to benefit Downtown Soul City on Feb. 27

Downtown Soul City’s second annual Downtown Get Down fundraiser is set for Feb. 27.

Groundbreaking set for tiny home village; Bill Beazley Homes to partner on project

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 20 Feb 2025 · 1

A tiny home village to benefit young people transitioning out of foster care took another step forward on Feb. 20.

Paceline to expand PaceDay format to include walk, run, ride options

By Staff Report · 16 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Paceline to expand PaceDay format to include walk, run, ride options

Paceline officials plan to expand their fundraising efforts in 2025 by adding more to the annual PaceDay event.

In pictures: Mardi Gras in downtown Aiken

By Mike Adams · 15 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Mardi Gras in downtown Aiken

Scenes from the Mardi Gras festivities in Aiken Saturday.

Heart Ball raises more than $200,000

By Staff Report · 15 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Heart Ball raises more than $200,000

The annual CSRA Heart Ball on Feb. 8 brought in more than $200,000 to support the work of the American Heart Association.

Deadline approaches for 2025 Rotary Club speech contest

By Staff Report · 14 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Deadline approaches for 2025 Rotary Club speech contest

The deadline for the Rotary Club of Augusta’s 2025 speech contest is Monday, Feb. 17.

Nursing sorority holds heart health program

By Staff Report · 13 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Nursing sorority holds heart health program

More than 200 people attended the Phi Chi Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Professional Nursing Sorority, Inc.’s 14th Annual Heart Truth Program on Feb. 1

Inspiring: Women of Augusta Spring 2025

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 11 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Inspiring: Women of Augusta Spring 2025

Inspiring: Women of Augusta Spring 2025 is coming soon.

FEMA housing resource fair set for Feb.15

By Staff Report · 10 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on FEMA housing resource fair set for Feb.15

FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, at the Henry Brigham Community Center, 2463 Golden Camp Rd. C.

In pictures: Paine College homecoming parade

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 08 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on In pictures: Paine College homecoming parade

Paine College observed homecoming activities on Feb. 7-8.

Painted door honors legacy of Jimmy Carter

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 07 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Painted door honors legacy of Jimmy Carter

A door honoring President Jimmy Carter pays tribute to his volunteer service, and its artwork will help raise funds for an organization he held dear.

Augusta Stars kick off 30th anniversary year at Winter Special Olympics

By Staff Report · 05 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Augusta Stars kick off 30th anniversary year at Winter Special Olympics

The Augusta Stars competed in the Special Olympics Georgia Winter Games in Marietta, Georgia, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.

Diamond Lakes regional baseball fields renamed in honor of former Commissioner Andy Cheek

By Staff Report · 04 Feb 2025 · Comments Off on Diamond Lakes regional baseball fields renamed in honor of former Commissioner Andy Cheek

The Diamond Lakes Regional Park baseball field will be officially renamed in honor of former Commissioner Andy Cheek, a dedicated advocate for youth sports and community development. The renaming ceremony will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 5.