Community

Methodists continue to assist homeowners affected by Helene

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 27 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on Methodists continue to assist homeowners affected by Helene

In the almost two years since Hurricane Helene, United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) has overseen about 200 home repairs in the Augusta area due to the storm.

Golf cart parade planned for North Augusta’s August Third Thursday event

By Staff Report · 26 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on Golf cart parade planned for North Augusta’s August Third Thursday event

It’s almost football season and North Augusta Forward and the Downtown Merchants Alliance are setting the stage with the inaugural Downtown Tailgate Golf Cart parade.

Community Chords Showcase highlights adults with disabilities

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 25 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on Community Chords Showcase highlights adults with disabilities

Participants in the Augusta Symphony’s music therapy program took the stage July 24 in the Community Chords Showcase at the Miller Theater.

In pictures: Back-to-School celebration at the Hub

By Mike Adams · 25 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on In pictures: Back-to-School celebration at the Hub

Scenes from the July 25 Back to School bash at the Hub for Community Innovation.

Wrightsboro Road Goodwill grand reopening set for July 30

By Staff Report · 20 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on Wrightsboro Road Goodwill grand reopening set for July 30

After transitioning to a donation only center earlier this year, the Wrightsboro Road Goodwill Retail Training Store and Donation Center is celebrating grand reopening on July 30.

In pictures: Lakeside student tackles Helene damage for Eagle project

By Mike Adams · 18 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on In pictures: Lakeside student tackles Helene damage for Eagle project

Ben Donsbach and friends spent July 18 cleaning up the Stevens Creek Elementary School Nature Fitness Trail.

Five Alarm Firehouse Fest scheduled for July 18

By Staff Report · 17 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on Five Alarm Firehouse Fest scheduled for July 18

Dave’s Hot Chicken is teaming up with the Augusta Fire Department from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday for Five Alarm Firehouse
Fest, a family-friendly community fundraiser at Dave’s new Augusta location, 1102 Trust Ave.

Augusta Canal cleanup scheduled for July 18

By Staff Report · 16 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on 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

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 16 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on 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

By Staff Report · 12 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on 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

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 08 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on 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

By Staff Report · 08 Jul 2026 · Comments Off on 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

By Charmain Z. Brackett · 07 Jul 2026 · 1

Surrey Center Pharmacy has been in the Summerville area since 1979.

Caregiver honored for work with people with dementia in hospice

By Staff Report · 07 Jul 2026 · 1

Jalia Brodie received the Loved01 Cares “Live Like a Legend” Caregiver Recognition Award.