Grant applications open Aug. 1 at Vinea Capital Foundation
Grant applications will be accepted beginning Aug. 1 for programs focused on special needs, underserved youth and ending generational poverty.
Featured photo of the week for July 29
After a rainy morning an alligator enjoys a little break in the weather at Brick Pond Park in North Augusta on Saturday July 29, 2023. Mike Adams/Augusta Good News.
‘Connection to Community’ event provides for those in need
Connection to Community is a monthly event linking resources to those who need them.
In pictures: Getting ready for school in Graniteville July 22
School starts in Aiken County July 25 and kids got some necessary supplies at the 13th Annual Fit 4 Kids event in Graniteville.
Fit 4 School events set for July 22 and Aug. 5
Two Fit 4 School events are scheduled to distribute school supplies to area schoolchildren
Column: Nonprofit leaders plead for support to alleviate hunger
The leaders of the Golden Harvest Food Bank and United Way of the CSRA ask for help in combating hunger in this column.
Miss Memories Matter crowned, raising more than $3,500 for the Alzheimer’s Association
Elleana Garcia was crowned Miss Memories Matter in a fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association July 16.
Museum event celebrates the food of Aiken County
A July 15 event at the Aiken County Museum tied into an exhibit on Aiken County food.
Camp Soul City provides summer camp experience for adults and children
Camp Soul City is back for its second year with more merchants participating.
Empty the animal shelter with reduced adoption fees
The Aiken County Animal Shelter is overcrowded. Reduced adoption fees are available through July 31,
Salvation Army of Augusta hits milestone in helping families find homes
The Salvation Army of Augusta has helped more families transition into permanent homes already in 2023 than in the previous two years combined.
Augusta Jewish Museum to hold film discussion
A discussion related to the 1961 film “Judgement at Nuremberg” will be held July 16.
Miss Augusta’s Teen believes ‘confidence is key’
A Lakeside High School student promotes self-confidence as part of her platform as Miss Augusta’s Teen. She competed at the state pageant, which is part of the Miss America organization, in June.
